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Organise on-site work

Organise on-site work

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMOPS363
State Code
AXO33
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to organise and prepare for on-site work in a field situation, such as a remote mine site or large industrial complex where extensive permit or clearance systems exist. The operator will be required to plan the work, ensure permits and other arrangements are in place to allow the on-site work to proceed safely, and set-up the tools, equipment and materials at the site. This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan the work
  • 1.1 Review the requirements of the work
  • 1.2 Arrange all necessary permits and permissions for site inspections and work
  • 1.3 Examine the site where the work will take place
  • 1.4 Identify plant and equipment isolations
  • 1.5 Identify hazards and risk controls
  • 1.6 Plan to minimise downtime, economically use materials and meet quality specifications
  • 1.7 Plan work, including sequences, times, process stages, engineering controls and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
  • 1.8 Prepare all necessary documentation and finalise the permissions and approvals for conducting the work
2 Prepare equipment, tools and materials
  • 2.1 Identify equipment, tools and materials required
  • 2.2 Arrange for supply of all tools, equipment and materials
  • 2.3 Arrange for transport to site of all equipment, tools and materials
3 Set up work location
  • 3.1 Assemble and check materials and tools for suitability for purpose
  • 3.2 Establish required communication with site personnel
  • 3.3 Establish a safe work area
  • 3.4 Establish isolations and tag/lock out as required
  • 3.5 Check tools, equipment and materials against site situation and conditions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8268 MSAPMOPS363A Organise on site work Unit of competency