Unit of competency Outline
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Manage multiple drilling operations
Manage multiple drilling operations
Unit of competency
National Code
RIIOGD601A
RIIOGD601A
State Code
WB221
WB221
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/01/2011
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/01/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the management or multiple drilling operations in the drilling industry. It includes planning and preparing to manage multiple drilling operations, coordinating resource use to achieve profit productivity targets, acquiring resources to achieve operational plan, and monitoring operational performance of drill supervisors and drilling operations. 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 to manage multiple drilling operations
- 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
- 1.2. Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task
- 1.3. Identify, manage and report all potential hazards
- 1.4. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities
2. Coordinate resource use to achieve profit productivity targets
- 2.1. Collect, analyse and organise resource information for use in operational plans in consultation with colleagues and specialist resource managers
- 2.2. Ensure operational plans contribute to the achievement of the organisation's performance/business plan
- 2.3. Ensure operational plans identify available resources, taking into account customer needs and the organisation's plans
- 2.4. Ensure plans maximise value gained from the diversity of the organisation's resources
- 2.5. Prepare contingency plans in the event that initial plans need to be varied
3. Acquire resources to achieve operational plan
- 3.1. Recruit and induct employees within the organisation's human resource management policies and practices
- 3.2. Acquire physical resources and services in accordance with the organisation's practices and procedures
4. Monitor operational performance of drill supervisors and drilling operations
- 4.1. Monitored systems and processes to establish whether resources are being used as planned
- 4.2. Investigate problems with resource usage and rectify and/or report to designated persons/groups
- 4.3. Mentor and coach individuals/teams who have difficulties in using resources to the required standard
- 4.4. Manage systems, procedures and records associated with documenting resource acquisition and usage in accordance with the organisation's requirements
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
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:
nature and scope of tasks
specifications
quality of finished works
achieved targets
operational conditions
obtaining of required permits
site layout
out of bounds areas
worksite inspection requirements
lighting conditions
plant of equipment defects
coordination requirements or issues
contamination control requirements
environmental control requirements
barricade and signage requirements
Hazards may include:
working in proximity to drilling rig
Coordination requirements may include:
other equipment operators
maintenance personnel
supervisors
site personnel
Resources may include:
people
finance
equipment
power/energy
buildings/facilities
technology
information
time
computer software
Relevant compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisational 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
Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:
nature and scope of tasks
specifications
quality of finished works
achieved targets
operational conditions
obtaining of required permits
site layout
out of bounds areas
worksite inspection requirements
lighting conditions
plant of equipment defects
coordination requirements or issues
contamination control requirements
environmental control requirements
barricade and signage requirements
Hazards may include:
working in proximity to drilling rig
Coordination requirements may include:
other equipment operators
maintenance personnel
supervisors
site personnel
Resources may include:
people
finance
equipment
power/energy
buildings/facilities
technology
information
time
computer software
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 management of multiple drilling operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient management of multiple drilling operations
working with others to plan, prepare and manage multiple drilling operations
evidence of the consistent successful management of multiple drilling operations
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 management of multiple drilling operations
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the management of multiple drilling operations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
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 management of multiple drilling operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient management of multiple drilling operations
working with others to plan, prepare and manage multiple drilling operations
evidence of the consistent successful management of multiple drilling operations
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 management of multiple drilling operations
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the management of multiple drilling operations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WH533 | RIIOGD601D | Manage multiple drilling operations | Unit of competency |
