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
code of practice
Employment and Workplace Relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Briefings or handover details may include:
status of system/permits
machine defects/faults
production and dogging plan
work group details
potential hazards
maintenance plan
Pre-operational checks are those checks specified by the manufacturer prior to operating the item of equipment and may include:
computer systems
conveyor belt and components
display instrumentation and gauges (indicators, gauges, laser levels)
greasing components
visual and audio warning devices and lights
emergency stop systems
Environmental issues and ground conditions may include:
culturally-sensitive sites and artefacts
drainage
dust
emissions
flora and fauna
hazardous chemicals
heritage legislation
noise
runoff
spills
water quality
fire holes
cracking
aquifers
Potential hazards and risks may include:
power lines
overhead service lines
obstructions
structures
other equipment, vehicles, people
dangerous material
underground services
water
adjoining walls
abandoned equipment
adverse weather conditions
chemicals
contaminants
equipment
unsafe ground
unstable faces
overhanging rock
Indicators may include:
computer indicators
conveyor indicators
Monitor conveyor may include:
optimising the system, including belt tracking and loading/transfer of material at transfer stations
ensuring all personnel are authorised and correctly attired
investigating, rectifying and/or reporting faults/defects
applying manufacturer manual and site standard operating procedures
Capacity of conveyor may be affected by:
duration of operations
efficient and safe operating speed
operating limitations
type of activities performed
weight and/or load limitations
weather conditions
Contaminants may include:
animal carcases (sheep, cows, kangaroos)
cigarette buts
consumables
ear plugs
explosives
metal basket teeth
metal or steel rods
old fencing
old piping
plastic
timber
rock bolts
vent bags
rubber
Shutdown must include:
rectifying and/or reporting all faults/defects, conditions and outstanding faults
restoring conveyor to condition for next start-up
completing all logs and reporting requirements
Safety requirements and procedures may include:
following access and permit procedures
adjust for safety requirements as specified in Australian standards for conveyors
procedures for clearing blocked chutes and excessive spills
procedures for moving parts and pot machinery
proving the equipment function and correct lamp is activated
activating all safety devices
testing lamp indicators
Clean conveyor may include:
correct selection, use and storage of equipment
conveyor being free from spillage and obstructions
walkways clear and clean
water from monitor and excess water clear of electrical equipment
mobile plant organised for large spills
Inspect and test may include:
conveyor conditions and wear
excessive build up of material
belts
sensors and indicators
idlers and pulleys
frames
motors and gear boxes
fish plates and sleepers
spill curtains
Conveyor shifting includes:
removal of belt tension
clean head and tail sections
issue permits
anchor posts
test runs
position hopper

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 conveyor operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of conveyor operations
working with others to undertake and complete conveyor operations that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of conveyor operations 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 the conveyor operations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.