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Conduct special roadway operations

Conduct special roadway operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMCU401D
State Code
WH357
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct special roadway operations in Coal mining.This unit is appropriate for those working in supervisory or technical specialist roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to conduct special roadway operations
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply special roadway operations 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 appropriate personal protective equipment and protective clothing
  • 1.5 Access, read, interpret and apply mine environmental, geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work
  • 1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Drive special roadways/faceline
  • 2.1 Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity
  • 2.2 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up, shutdown and secure equipment
  • 2.3 Drive and operate equipment
  • 2.4 Form roadway/headings/face line to sequence, maintaining line and level and other site conditions
  • 2.5 Monitor changes to geological conditions and maintain ventilation
  • 2.6 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
3. Brush floor and roof
  • 3.1 Observe survey marks and roof and rib support rules
  • 3.2 Profile roadways/headings to sequence, maintaining line and level and other site conditions
4. Carry out operator maintenance
  • 4.1 Prepare machine/equipment for maintenance
  • 4.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding
  • 4.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
  • 4.4 Carry out housekeeping activities
  • 4.5 Process written maintenance records
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBW84 RIIMCU401E Conduct special roadway operations Unit of competency