Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
codes of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Equipment pre-start checks may include:
air filter restriction indicator
cab (horn, lights, air conditioner)
cab condition (no rags in air conditioner vent, dirt around brake and accelerator pedals, seat condition, all gear secured)
cab mounts
computer systems
correct location of equipment
damage to equipment
danger tags
display instrumentation and gauges (e.g. indicators, gauges, laser levels)
emergency brake checks
emergency steering
engine and stop engine lights (orange and red)
fire suppression unit (pins in position in triggers)
fluid leaks (e.g. oil/fuel/water - engine, hydraulic hoses, on ground, radiator, hoses, transmission)
fluid levels (windscreen washer tank, hydraulic oil, coolant, grease, water, engine oil, fuel, transmission)
light positioning and cleanliness
no combustible material around exhaust
personal proximity
portable fire extinguisher (bracket, gauge, hose, ease of access)
radiator top up tank
safety mechanisms operational (e.g. horn, operating lights)
Start-up, park and shutdown procedures may include:
tyres and rim condition
vehicle is left secured
vehicle number
visual and audio warning devices and lights
wheel nuts and studs
windows (clean, emergency exit tag in place)
Potential hazards and risks may include:
adjoining pit walls
vertical opening
brake failure
break and steering failure
bund and/or wall collapse
clean floor
communication failure
decline traffic
fatigue
fire
fire on equipment
hydraulic line failure
level surface
mount dismount injuries
pot holes
road conditions
rocks
spillage
stable ground
surface free of obstructions
unauthorised personnel
undercut brow
unsafe ground
visibility
loading from chutes
Environmental issues may include:
dust
fumes
noise
water
Emergency procedures may include:
clean up
equipment shut down procedures
evacuation procedures/First Aid
notification of authorities
safety equipment
use of personal protective equipment
Dust suppression and extraction methods may include:
mobile/fixed sprays
screens (vent doors, vent blinds)
use of water trucks
ventilation bags operational
watering down site
Safety provisions may include:
barricades erected where necessary
signage visible
stop blocks in approved condition and made to approved dimensions
lights
Trucks may include:
4 wheel drive (diesel, electric)
6 wheel drive
articulated
rigid
tipping or ejector tray
Working environment limitations may include:
broken ground
dry
location of water table
noise
slope of working surface
stability of ground
stable ground (compaction) amount of scale
ventilation characteristics (fumes, dust)
visibility
wet
Safe driving conventions may include:
speed limits
mine lighting
site vehicle identification lights
right of way
parking in stockpiles
parking on incline/decline
refuelling procedures
rules at intersections
driving regulations, rules and conventions
towing methods
shute operations
Materials may include:
gravel/ore
overburden
oxidised waste
rejects
road base
rubbish
sand
sulphide rock fill
tailings
Indicators may include:
brake air pressure
brake oil temperature
computer indicators
engine oil pressure
fuel filter
parking brake
retarder
service meter
speedometer/odometer
steering filters
tachometer
torque converter oil temperature
transmission filter
voltmeter
water temperature
Contaminants may include:
cigarette butts
consumables
ear plugs
explosives
metal bucket teeth
metal or steel rods
old piping
old workings
plastic
timber
wet fill
Servicing may include:
checking fluid levels
filter changing
greasing
keeping cab clean
tightening loose fittings
Equipment cleaning methods may include:
degreasing
forced air
steam cleaning
vacuum
water

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting underground truck operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient conducting of underground truck operations
working with others to undertake and complete underground truck operations that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion underground truck operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the underground truck operations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.