Unit of competency Outline
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Conduct underground lifting operations
Conduct underground lifting operations
Unit of competency
National Code
RIIUND207D
RIIUND207D
State Code
WH715
WH715
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
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
40
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct underground lifting operations in Coal Mining. This unit is appropriate for those working in operational 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 for underground lifting
- 1.1 Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures for conducting underground lifting operations and ensure the work activity is compliant
- 1.2 Obtain, interpret and clarify work requirements in the form of shift briefings, handover details or work orders before proceeding
- 1.3 Develop a preliminary underground lifting plan or site sketch
- 1.4 Check and confirm job feasibility and schedule with the client and other relevant persons
- 1.5 Confirm and check elimination/control measures for hazards associated with the use of cranes and other load moving equipment with appropriate parties
- 1.6 Finalise and confirm the underground lifting plan, including the scheduling of required resources
2. Prepare for underground lifting
- 2.1 Identify, select, inspect, assemble and certify underground lifting equipment, materials and tools required
- 2.2 Label unserviceable equipment, materials and tools in accordance with Mine Managers Rules and Schemes
- 2.3 Select and prepare appropriate anchors in accordance with the Strata Control Plan
3. Move loads
- 3.1 Identify and confirm appropriate safe working loads and centre of gravity
- 3.2 Direct the movement of the load in an underground environment using standard signals for load moving
- 3.3 Connect lifting gear to load
- 3.4 Connect load to movement device using appropriate and certified equipment
- 3.5 Ensure stability of the load by application of load movement procedure, temporary bracing and/or load support
- 3.6 Follow appropriate specifications during the placement and securing of the load
- 3.7 Dismantle and remove/restore load shifting equipment
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Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCD08 | RIIUND207E | Conduct underground lifting operations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J689 | RII20313 | Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining | Qualification |
| AZB8 | RII20315 | Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining | Qualification |