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Implement systems and methods of mining
Implement systems and methods of mining
Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMEX502A
RIIMEX502A
State Code
WB297
WB297
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/01/2010
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
20/01/2010
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the implementing of systems and methods of mining in the metalliferous mining industry. It includes: planning and preparing for, implementing, auditing and reviewing the effectiveness of the design system.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for design systems
- 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the implementing of systems and methods of mining
- 1.2. Access, interpret and clarify the design system documentation
- 1.3. Identify, clarify and communicate the roles and responsibilities, as specified in the design system
- 1.4. Communicate and clarify work group, individual responsibilities and tasks
- 1.5. Identify, forecast and record resources required for the implementation of the design system
- 1.6. Implement the program to satisfy identified design system training requirements
- 1.7. Identify and interpret the risks associated with unstable mining structures
- 1.8. Access and interpret safe operating procedures
2. Implement the design system
- 2.1. Communicate primary, secondary and other support systems in accordance with the design system
- 2.2. Implement and communicate mining sequences in accordance with the design system
- 2.3. Obtain and allocate resources in accordance with the design system
- 2.4. Implement the design system training requirement
- 2.5. Implement a maintenance program in accordance with the design system
- 2.6. Implement A monitoring system in accordance with the design system
- 2.7. Implement reporting and recording systems in accordance with the design system
- 2.8. Monitor implementation procedures to ensure compliance with the approved plan
- 2.9. Implement emergency and evacuation plan and procedures
3. Audit and review the effectiveness of the design system
- 3.1. Audit stable structure controls for compliance with statutory and design system specifications
- 3.2. Audit stable structure standards for compliance with statutory and site requirements
- 3.3. Audit monitoring systems for compliance with statutory and design plan standards
- 3.4. Audit recording and reporting systems for compliance with statutory and site requirements
- 3.5. Audit system maintenance program and procedures for compliance with statutory and site requirements
- 3.6. Audit the design training program for currency, relevance and compliance with the design plan
- 3.7. Audit emergency and evacuation plan and procedures for compliance with site requirements
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.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
coded of practice
Employment and Workplace Relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Mine design is the process of engineering analysis applied to the systems and sequences involved in mining and may include:
in whole or in part footwall and hanging wall competency requirements relating to mine plant
mining induced stress
ventilation
tunnels
sequencing
drives
stone drivage
shaft sinking
pillar extraction
partial extraction
punch mining
modelling
ore grades
geology
fault management
fault drivage
roof and floor technical data
over and underlying strata
footwall and longwall subsidence
maintenance strategies and plans
legislative and statutory requirements
Resources may include:
skilled personnel
rock mechanics underground mine supports and equipment
power water/gas drainage systems
budgetary requirements
Risk is defined as:
the chance of something happening that will have an impact upon objectives. It is measured in terms of consequences and likelihood
Standard operating procedures (SOP) are also known as:
safe working procedures, safe operating procedures and standard working procedures
Mining systems may include:
bord and pillar
rock casing
open stopping
overhead
underhand
outfill
glory hole
place changing
auger mining
pillar extraction and extraction
partial extraction
punch mining
systems of entry
Audit is:
the validation process to ensure the system, procedures and processes meet the established objectives and are implemented
Stable structure controls may include:
roadway size
pillar sizes
depth of cover and underlying/overlying strata
stress regimes
underground opening characteristics
water ingression
systems of mining
breaker line supports
direction of mining
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
coded of practice
Employment and Workplace Relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Mine design is the process of engineering analysis applied to the systems and sequences involved in mining and may include:
in whole or in part footwall and hanging wall competency requirements relating to mine plant
mining induced stress
ventilation
tunnels
sequencing
drives
stone drivage
shaft sinking
pillar extraction
partial extraction
punch mining
modelling
ore grades
geology
fault management
fault drivage
roof and floor technical data
over and underlying strata
footwall and longwall subsidence
maintenance strategies and plans
legislative and statutory requirements
Resources may include:
skilled personnel
rock mechanics underground mine supports and equipment
power water/gas drainage systems
budgetary requirements
Risk is defined as:
the chance of something happening that will have an impact upon objectives. It is measured in terms of consequences and likelihood
Standard operating procedures (SOP) are also known as:
safe working procedures, safe operating procedures and standard working procedures
Mining systems may include:
bord and pillar
rock casing
open stopping
overhead
underhand
outfill
glory hole
place changing
auger mining
pillar extraction and extraction
partial extraction
punch mining
systems of entry
Audit is:
the validation process to ensure the system, procedures and processes meet the established objectives and are implemented
Stable structure controls may include:
roadway size
pillar sizes
depth of cover and underlying/overlying strata
stress regimes
underground opening characteristics
water ingression
systems of mining
breaker line supports
direction of mining
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 include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the implementing of systems and methods of mining
implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient implementation of systems and methods of mining
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable options and the selection of systems and methods of mining that best meet the required outcomes
working with others to undertake and complete the implementation of systems and methods of mining
consistent successful implementation of systems and methods of mining
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.
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 to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
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 to apply in undertaking of the implementation of systems and methods of mining
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
identification of viable options and the selection of systems and methods of mining that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the implementation of systems and methods of mining
provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the implementation of systems and methods of mining
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
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 include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the implementing of systems and methods of mining
implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient implementation of systems and methods of mining
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable options and the selection of systems and methods of mining that best meet the required outcomes
working with others to undertake and complete the implementation of systems and methods of mining
consistent successful implementation of systems and methods of mining
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.
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 to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
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 to apply in undertaking of the implementation of systems and methods of mining
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
identification of viable options and the selection of systems and methods of mining that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the implementation of systems and methods of mining
provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the implementation of systems and methods of mining
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W2325 | MNMMMG511A | Implement design systems for stable mining | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WH390 | RIIMEX502D | Implement systems and methods of mining | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W698 | RII50209 | Diploma of Underground Metalliferous Mining Management | Qualification |