Unit of competency Outline
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Apply shot-crete
Apply shot-crete
Unit of competency
National Code
RIIUND203A
RIIUND203A
State Code
WB517
WB517
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/11/2011
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
24/11/2011
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the application of shot-crete in the resources and infrastructure industries. It includes planning and preparing for operations, applying shot-crete and conducting housekeeping activities. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for operations
- 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
- 1.2. Plan and prepare work
- 1.3. Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details
- 1.4. Select appropriate personal protective equipment
- 1.5. Select appropriate type of equipment, safety equipment and ground control materials according to job type, work plan and site conditions
- 1.6. Inspect and assess site conditions to determine if scaling is required and take action
- 1.7. Conduct equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation
- 1.8. Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards
- 1.9. Inspect and assess appropriateness of ground control mechanism to ensure safety of site
- 1.10. Use approved dust suppression equipment and/or extraction methods to ensure adequate ventilation to minimise the effect of gases/irritants
2. Apply shot-crete
- 2.1. Prepare and clean targeted surface to ensure maximum cohesion of shot-crete
- 2.2. Erect barriers prior to commencement
- 2.3. Minimise the creation of gases and personnel exposure to fumes according to safe shot-creting processes
- 2.4. Select and apply shot-crete utilising appropriate application method according to manufacturer's guidelines and ground condition
3. Conduct housekeeping activities
- 3.1. Maintain barriers/signs after shot-creting
- 3.2. Complete all required documentation clearly, concisely and on time
- 3.3. Clean equipment to maintain condition of equipment and ensure safe and efficient operations
- 3.4. Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift
legislation including:
mining safety and health
mine inspection
OHS
explosives
organisational and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
power tools and hand tools (including nail guns etc)
hoses
shot-creting equipment
remote operating control box
lifting and handling equipment
lighting
support vehicles
recommended/required PPE
accessibility
amount of scale
ground conditions(e.g. dry, wet)
ground stability (e.g. broken, blocky, flaky, stable, compacted)
location of water table
slope of working surface
ventilation characteristics (e.g. fumes, dust)
visibility
mobile/fixed sprays
screens (vent doors, vent blinds)
use of water trucks
ventilation bags operational
watering down site
fans
additives (drying, etc)
fibrecrete
shot-crete
gypsum
mining safety and health
mine inspection
OHS
explosives
organisational and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
power tools and hand tools (including nail guns etc)
hoses
shot-creting equipment
remote operating control box
lifting and handling equipment
lighting
support vehicles
recommended/required PPE
accessibility
amount of scale
ground conditions(e.g. dry, wet)
ground stability (e.g. broken, blocky, flaky, stable, compacted)
location of water table
slope of working surface
ventilation characteristics (e.g. fumes, dust)
visibility
mobile/fixed sprays
screens (vent doors, vent blinds)
use of water trucks
ventilation bags operational
watering down site
fans
additives (drying, etc)
fibrecrete
shot-crete
gypsum
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 application of shot-crete
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of application of shot-crete
working with others to undertake and complete the application of shot-crete that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of application of shot-crete 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 should 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 requirements, 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 application of shot-crete
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
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 application of shot-crete
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of application of shot-crete
working with others to undertake and complete the application of shot-crete that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of application of shot-crete 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 should 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 requirements, 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 application of shot-crete
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W2474 | MNMUDB208A | Apply shot-crete | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WC370 | RIIUND310 | Apply shot-crete underground | Unit of competency |
