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Monitor, inspect and service ropes and attachments

Monitor, inspect and service ropes and attachments

Unit of competency
National Code
RIISAM313D
State Code
WH678
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2014
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
28/05/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to Monitor, inspect and service ropes and attachments in Coal and Metalliferous mining.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to Monitor, inspect and service ropes and attachments
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply service and maintenance documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work activities
  • 1.5 Perform equipment and work area pre-start checks, and ensure equipment is ready for inspection and/or servicing
  • 1.6 Check records for outstanding inspections and/or maintenance and take appropriate action
  • 1.7 Identify the scope of the inspection, correct ropes and attachments, inspection and servicing tools, equipment and consumables according to the service schedule
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be ready for fire/accident/emergency
  • 1.9 Coordinate and liaise with appropriate persons concerning the work
  • 1.10 Establish that start-up procedures have been completed by the winder driver, and the area is clear for the work
  • 1.11 Establish emergency contingency plans with winder driver
  • 1.12 Ensure work area is properly ventilated before entry
2. Conduct inspection and service
  • 2.1 Perform necessary isolation and tagging
  • 2.2 Carry out servicing and inspections of ropes
  • 2.3 Inspect, classify and report anomalies and defects
  • 2.4 Complete service actions and record any follow-up action
  • 2.5 Ensure all physical guards and safety signs are in place and tags removed, and approval obtained before winder operations are resumed
3. Conduct post-service/inspection activities
  • 3.1 Complete all required documentation
  • 3.2 Return all tools and equipment to storage
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB471 RIISAM313A Monitor, inspect and service ropes and attachments Unit of competency