Conduct cage operations

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver RIIUND302D, 'Conduct cage operations'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Conduct cage operations' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for conducting cage operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures for conducting cage operations and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details

1.3 Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

1.4 Perform equipment and work area pre-start checks

1.5 Check records for outstanding maintenance/inspections and recorded defects and take action

1.6 Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards

1.7 Carry out start-up procedures, including checking that area is clear for operations

1.8 Identify, address and report environmental issues

1.9 Adhere to emergency procedures

2. Operate cage

2.1 Load cage within capacity and comply with specified limits

2.2 Position and secure loads in or attached to cage prior to transit

2.3 Communicate with relevant personnel

2.4 Operate cage safely

2.5 Monitor and manage cage performance using appropriate indicators

2.6 Complete all required written documentation clearly, concisely and on time

2.7 Pass on end of shift information verbally or in writing to oncoming shift

3. Transport explosives in the cage

3.1 Identify explosives used on site

3.2 Determine and ensure the segregation and separation of detonators and explosives

3.3 Secure and transport blasting agents and explosives

3.4 Track and record in writing movement of explosives and detonators

4. Carry out operator maintenance

4.1 Isolate cage before conducting operator maintenance

4.2 Service and make minor adjustments to equipment

4.3 Restore cage operations


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIIUND302D appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII30313 - Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining
  • RII20413 - Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining
  • RII30213 - Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations
  • RII20313 - Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining
  • RII20315 - Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining
  • RII20415 - Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining
  • RII30215 - Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations
  • RII30315 - Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining