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.
Compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
safety information
management plans
OHS policy
code of practice
safe working procedures (or equivalent)
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Links and effects may include:
proficiency
efficiency
productivity
impacts
quality
Worksite processes may include:
materials extrication
loading and hauling
blasting and ground control
drilling
dredging
road construction
stockpiling
ancillary plant/equipment operation
rehabilitation
Plant and equipment may include:
fluid power systems
internal combustion plant and systems
product preparation
open-cut/underground mining processes
cranes, mobile and fixed
sizing systems, screens, breakers, crushers etc
pumping and dewatering systems
bins and storage
mobile and transportable equipment
workshops and associated equipment
structures
product processing plants
dozers
conveyors
reclaim tunnels
service vehicles
large dump trucks
hydraulic excavators/shovels
rope shovels
draglines
large rotary blast hole drills
graders, loaders and water trucks
scrapers
lighting plants
continuous miners
road headers
shuttle or ram cars
fans
bolting rigs
underground transport systems
winders
longwall/breaker line supports
lubrication systems
mine reticulation systems
Health and safety requirements and controls may include those concerned with:
sanitation and hygiene, including:
potable water
cleanliness and sanitation
vermin control and eradication
chemical and hazardous materials, including:
industrial chemicals
diesel, oils, hydraulic oils
asbestos
explosives
dust control methods, including:
monitoring and analysis of dust
filters, isolation, personal protective equipment
mine transport networks and rules, including:
route
traffic rules
signage and barriers
personal equipment to protect:
hearing
eyes (industrial, radiation, ultra-violet, infra-red radiation, dust)
respiration
hands, head, hair, feet
safety belts and harnesses
safety signs
stress and stressors
drugs, including:
alcohol, nicotine
prescription drugs
illicit drugs and substances
impact of drugs on fitness for work
vibration hazards resulting from:
hand operated equipment
drilling equipment
corrugated roads
springs and seating etc
noise management controls
heat/cold exposure protection
Other worksite personnel may include:
supervisors
tradespersons
technicians
contractors
transport
plant attendants
OHS personnel
plant/equipment operators
Indicators may include:
flow
current
density
levels
restrictions
air flows
pressure
speed
temperature
unusual noises
vibrations
power
temperature
corrosion
Operations/shift reports and records may include:

shift operation reports
maintenance reports and records
operational log books
handover information
instrument records
test results
inspections
quality reports and records
Environmental requirements may include those relating to:
culturally-sensitive sites and artefacts
drainage
dust and fumes
emissions
flora and fauna
hazardous chemicals
heritage legislation
noise
runoff
spills
water quality
hazardous chemicals
waste management and disposal
Environmental controls may include those concerned with:
liquid waste
solid waste
hazardous materials
excessive energy and water use
air emissions and contaminants
excessive noise
excessive waste
excessive water consumption
excessive energy consumption

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 includes evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for identifying and rectifying site operating problems
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the identification and rectification of site operating problems
working with others to undertake and complete the identification and rectification of site operating problems that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of identification and rectification of site operating problems that safely, effectively and efficiently meet 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.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
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 should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
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 requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the identification and rectification of site operating problems
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.