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Conduct special roadway operations

Conduct special roadway operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMCU401E
State Code
OBW84
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/09/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/03/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/03/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct special roadway operations in coal mining. It includes forming and profiling roadways, headings and facelines.It applies to those working in supervisory or technical specialist roles. They generally perform a broad range of operational activities in their area of responsibility and are responsible for monitoring a safe work environment.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to conduct special roadway operations
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply special roadway operations documentation, and confirm work activity is compliant
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures according to site requirements
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.5 Access, interpret and apply mine environmental, geological and survey data according to job requirements
  • 1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
2. Drive special roadways/faceline
  • 2.1 Communicate and coordinate activities with others within scope of own role
  • 2.2 Carry out prestart and start-up procedures according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 2.3 Drive and operate equipment according to manufacturer specifications and job requirements
  • 2.4 Form roadway/headings/face line according to manufacturer specifications, site and job requirements
  • 2.5 Monitor changes to geological conditions and maintain ventilation according to site requirements
  • 2.6 Monitor hazards and risks and confirm safe operations of plant and equipment
  • 2.7 Park-up and shutdown and secure equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
3. Brush floor and roof
  • 3.1 Observe survey marks and roof and rib support rules according to site and job requirements
  • 3.2 Profile roadways/headings according to manufacturer specifications, site and job requirements
4. Carry out operator maintenance
  • 4.1 Prepare machine/equipment for maintenance according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 4.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 4.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 4.4 Carry out housekeeping activities according to site requirements
  • 4.5 Process maintenance records according to site requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH357 RIIMCU401D Conduct special roadway operations Unit of competency