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, organisational and site requirements and procedures including:
mining safety and health
mine inspection
OHS
explosives
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Shift change-over details may include:
equipment and resource allocations/requirements
geo technical details
site drawings
type of ground control mechanisms
pre shift instructions
Site conditions may include:
limited accessibility
ground conditions (e.g. dry, wet)
ground stability (e.g. broken, blocky, flaky, stable, compacted, shears, faults, folds)
ground characteristics (high/low stress)
location of water table
noise
slope of working surface
ventilation characteristics
limited visibility
temperature, humidity
Scaling equipment may include:
development drill rigs
mechanical ground support installation rigs
gate-end panel (jumbo box)
power tools and hand tools and attachments
services - air, water, electricity
recommended/required PPE
Hazards may include:
ground control failure
lack of ventilation
loose material on working surface
misfires
gases
entry by unauthorised personnel
uncovered open holes
unstable ground conditions
airborne dust and fibres
unstable footing
poor housekeeping
Barricades may include:
flags
signs
tapes
witches hats
signs including:
danger
height
no unauthorised entry
stockpile numbering
traffic control signage
Dust suppression methods may include:
mobile/fixed sprays
screens (vent doors, vent blinds)
ventilation bags
watering down site
fans

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 conduct of mechanical scaling
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the conduct of mechanical scaling
working with others to undertake and complete mechanical scaling that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of mechanical scaling 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.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
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.
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
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of mechanical scaling
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.