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Install underground in-seam directional drilling standpipes

Install underground in-seam directional drilling standpipes

Unit of competency
National Code
RIINHB317D
State Code
WH485
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install underground in-seam directional drilling standpipes in Coal mining and Drilling. This unit is appropriate for those working in driller 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 installing underground in-seam directional drilling standpipe
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply install unground in-seam directional drilling standpipes documentation and 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 Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity
  • 1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Perform rib consolidation
  • 2.1 Carry out pre-start and start up procedures
  • 2.2 Identify, select and apply rig operational controls
  • 2.3 Prepare for rib consolidation drilling
  • 2.4 Carry out rib consolidation drilling
  • 2.5 Monitor and adjust drilling technique according to conditions
  • 2.6 Identify and remedy operational problems
  • 2.7 Insert and seal grouting tubes into rib consolidation holes
  • 2.8 Inject grout through the grouting tubes until visible evidence that grout has migrated into any coal rib fractures or cracks
  • 2.9 Carryout individual grouting completion procedure
3. Drill and ream hole and install standpipe
  • 3.1 Prepare for drilling and reaming
  • 3.2 Choose drill bit and reamer appropriate to the geology
  • 3.3 Carry out pilot hole drilling and ream standpipe hole
  • 3.4 Monitor and adjust drilling technique according to conditions
  • 3.5 Prepare and install standpipe
  • 3.6 Grout in standpipe
  • 3.7 Continually monitor hazards and risks , and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
4. Complete equipment maintenance and housekeeping
  • 4.1 Carry out shutdown procedures and secure equipment
  • 4.2 Monitor the drill rods for wear and damage and dress and grease threads
  • 4.3 Monitor all drill equipment and hoses and ancillary equipment and carryout remedial action
  • 4.4 Clean and maintain all grouting equipment
  • 4.5 Ensure housekeeping activities are completed
  • 4.6 Process records
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