Elements and Performance Criteria

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
codes of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Pre-start checks may include:
air filter restriction indicator
cab condition (e.g. no rags in air conditioner vent, dirt around brake and accelerator pedals, seat and seat belt condition, all gear secured)
cab mounts
capacity of equipment may include: load, fuel, ventilation requirements
combustible material around exhaust
computer systems
correct location of equipment
damage to equipment, portable fire extinguisher (e.g. bracket, gauge, hose, ease of access)
danger tags
display instrumentation and gauges (e.g. indicators, gauges, laser levels)
duration of operation
efficient and safe operating speed
engine and stop engine lights (orange and red)
fire suppression unit (e.g. pins in position in triggers)
fluid leaks (e.g. oil/fuel/water - engine, hydraulic hoses, on ground, transmission)
fluid levels (windscreen washer tank, hydraulic oil, coolant, grease, water, engine oil, fuel, transmission)
grease lines
light positioning and cleanliness
operating limitations
personal proximity
radio communications
safety mechanisms operational (e.g. horn, operating lights)
Potential hazards and risks may include:
adjoining pit walls
brake failure
break and steering failure
bund and/or wall collapse
communication failure
decline traffic
fatigue
fire
fire on equipment
hydraulic line failure
mount dismount injuries
overhead and adjacent services (power, water, compressed air)
pot holes
road conditions
rocks
spillage
unauthorised personnel
unsafe ground
visibility
tipping hazards
poor ventilation
fumes and gases
unauthorised personnel
unprotected and/or loose edges
chute operations hazards
working near vertical openings
Start-up and shutdown procedures may include:
type of activities performed
tyres and rim condition
vehicle is left secured
vehicle number
visual and audio warning devices and lights
weight and/or load limitations
wheel nuts and studs
windows (e.g. clean, emergency exit tag in place)
Environmental issues may include:
diesel emissions
dust
noise
spills
water
Emergency procedures may include:
clean up
equipment shutdown procedures
evacuation procedures
First Aid
notification of authorities
safety equipment
use of personal protective equipment
Dust suppression and extraction methods may include:
mobile/fixed sprays
screens (e.g. vent doors, vent blinds)
use of water trucks
ventilation bags operational
watering down site
Safe equipment operation may include:
speed limits
mine lighting
site vehicle identification lights
right of way
parking in stockpiles
parking on incline/decline
refuelling procedures
rules at intersections
driving regulations, rules and conventions
towing methods
chute operations
filling
Indicators may include:
air filter restriction indicator
brake air pressure
brake oil temperature
brake oil pressure
computer indicators
engine oil pressure
fire suppression system
fuel filter
loading brake
parking brake
retarder
service meter
speedometer/odometer
steering filters
tachometer
torque converter oil temperature
transmission filter
voltmeter/ ammeter
water temperature
Materials may include:
gravel
overburden
oxidised waste
rejects
road base
rubbish
sand
sulphide rock fill
tailings
Contaminants may include:
cigarette butts
consumables
ear plugs
explosives
metal bucket teeth
metal or steel rods
old piping
old workings
plastic
timber
wet fill
Bogging may:
be referred to as mucking (loading the bucket of the machine)
Servicing may include:
checking/topping up fluid levels
clean glass (lights, windows etc)
filter changing
head/dash light changing
degreasing/greasing
keeping cab clean
replacing ground engaging tools (bucket teeth)
tightening loose fittings
Equipment cleaning methods may include:
degreasing
rags and cloths
forced air
steam cleaning
water
Site conditions may include:
amount of scale
backs
broken ground
dry
face
location of water table
noise
slope of working surface
stability of ground
stable ground (compaction)
ventilation characteristics (fumes, dust)
visibility
walls
wet

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 conducting of load, haul, dump operations in underground metalliferous mines
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient conducting of load, haul, dump operations in underground metalliferous mines
working with others to undertake and complete load, haul, dump operations in underground metalliferous mines that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of load, haul, dump operations in underground metalliferous mines that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
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
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete load, haul, dump operations in underground metalliferous mines
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.