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Install open-cut mine ground support

Install open-cut mine ground support

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMEX202D
State Code
WH378
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
3.00
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
30
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install open-cut mine ground support in Metalliferous mining.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for ground support installation
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply ground support instillation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Select appropriate type of equipment and ground support materials according to job type, work plan specifications and site conditions
  • 1.6 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park up, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
  • 1.7 Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for an emergency
2. Set up for installation
  • 2.1 Remove any surface soils and/or vegetation and expose bedrock
  • 2.2 Scale down loose material
  • 2.3 Position drill at designated angle and according to equipment limitations
  • 2.4 Position drill holes according to ground support design and ground support plan to maximise lamination of rock layers
3. Assemble and install ground support
  • 3.1 Assemble anchors to full depth according to ground support plan
  • 3.2 Drill holes to specified diameter and depth in accordance with type of ground support and work plan specifications
  • 3.3 Install and tension anchors and bolts to appropriate pattern and tensioning degree
  • 3.4 Install water suppression devices minimising water infiltration to ground supports
  • 3.5 Check ground support periodically, monitor creepage and adjust stressing
4. Conduct housekeeping activities
  • 4.1 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
  • 4.2 Report issues identified with plant, tools and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB289 RIIMEX202A Install open-cut mine ground support Unit of competency