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Conduct underground lifting operations

Conduct underground lifting operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIUND207E
State Code
OCD08
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/03/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct underground lifting operations in coal mining. It includes developing preliminary lifting plans, preparing anchors, directing load movements, connecting load to movement devices and dismantling and removing or restoring load shifting equipment. It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for underground lifting
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, confirm and clarify work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required for conducting underground lifting operations
  • 1.3 Develop preliminary underground lifting plan according to job requirements
  • 1.4 Confirm control measures for hazards associated with the use of lifting equipment and other lifting devices with relevant personnel
  • 1.5 Finalise and confirm underground lifting plan and schedule resources according to job requirements
2. Prepare for underground lifting
  • 2.1 Identify, select, inspect and assemble underground lifting equipment, materials and tools according to job requirements
  • 2.2 Label unserviceable equipment, materials and tools according to site requirements
  • 2.3 Select and prepare appropriate anchors according to strata control plan
3. Move loads
  • 3.1 Identify and confirm appropriate safe working loads and centre of gravity
  • 3.2 Direct load movement in an underground environment, according to job requirements, using standard load moving signals
  • 3.3 Connect lifting gear to load according to site requirements
  • 3.4 Connect load to movement device, according to site requirements, using appropriate and certified equipment
  • 3.5 Confirm stability of the load by applying load movement, temporary bracing and/or load support procedures
  • 3.6 Comply with required specifications during placement and securing of load
  • 3.7 Dismantle and remove/restore load shifting equipment according to site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH715 RIIUND207D Conduct underground lifting operations Unit of competency