Move and position materials to form stockpiles

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 6:46 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
RIISRM303E

State Code
ODB96

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
12/03/2021

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

10/09/2021

Field of Education

030303 - Mining Engineering

Original Release Date

10/09/2021

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to move and position materials to form stockpiles in civil construction, coal mining, metalliferous mining and extractive industries. It involves the operating, steering, manoeuvring and positioning of plant and equipment.The unit applies to those working in operational or supervisory roles. They generally perform a broad range of operational activities in their area of responsibility and are responsible for monitoring a safe work environment.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 stockpiling operations

1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
1.2 Access, interpret and apply stockpiling operations documentation and confirm the work activity is compliant
1.3 Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data according to work requirements
1.4 Carry out worksite inspection and identify potential hazards and environmental issues, implement control measures within scope of own role and escalate where required
1.5 Communicate work requirements to others
1.6 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
1.7 Identify, address and report environmental issues
1.8 Confirm stockpile boundaries and signage are erected
1.9 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies

2. Stockpile materials

2.1 Coordinate activities with others according to site and job requirements
2.2 Carry out pre-start and start-up procedures according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
2.3 Act on and report on monitoring systems and alarms
2.4 Stockpile materials in specified location according to job requirements
2.5 Inspect stockpile structure and surrounding area and address any issues
2.6 Identify and manage contaminants to protect quality of material and protect equipment and environment
2.7 Construct stockpile according to site stockpile plan and site requirements
2.8 Confirm stockpile has adequate drainage to minimise contamination of stockpile and surrounding areas
2.9 Maintain pad according to site parameters
2.10 Carry out park-up and shutdown procedures according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
2.11 Complete written documentation according to site requirements

3. Carry out post-operational procedures for moving and positioning of materials

3.1 Conduct inspection and fault finding of machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
3.2 Carry out operational maintenance, servicing, lubricating and housekeeping tasks according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
3.3 Inspect structures and components with visual checks for fault conditions, wear and need of repair or replacement
3.4 Process records and reports according to site requirements

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WH690	RIISRM303D	Move and position materials to form stockpiles	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BGQ3	RII30120	Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations	Qualification