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Monitor control processes

Monitor control processes

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMCU311E
State Code
OBW85
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/09/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/03/2021
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
05/03/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor control processes in coal mining, including identifying equipment and service availability and reporting faults in processes, equipment and services.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under minimal supervision to undertake a broad range of tasks in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to monitor control processes
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required for monitoring control processes
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures according to site requirements
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.5 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
  • 1.6 Select monitoring equipment, according to job and site requirements, and check for faults
  • 1.7 Identify and locate equipment and services under monitoring control according to job requirements
2. Monitor and control operations
  • 2.1 Monitor mine processes and identify equipment and service availability for continuity of production according to site requirements
  • 2.2 Report faults in processes, equipment or services to appropriate authority for remedial action according to site requirements
  • 2.3 Monitor hazards and risks and confirm safe operation of plant and equipment
  • 2.4 Provide status reports to relevant personnel affected by faults or disruption to production according to site requirements
  • 2.5 Monitor remedial actions and the effects on production according to site requirements
3. Record operational information
  • 3.1 Complete handover reports according to site requirements and provide to relevant personnel
  • 3.2 Complete records according to site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH356 RIIMCU311D Monitor control processes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFH4 RII30220 Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations Qualification