RIIMEX202D Install open cut mine ground support PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TOOL

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1 RIIMEX202D Install open cut mine ground support PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TOOL

2 Copyright SkillsDMC Resources and Infrastructure Industry Skills Council Ltd (t/a SkillsDMC) Level 9, 36 Carrington Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia Telephone: +61 (0) Facsimile: +61 (0) Web: Published by: Resources and Infrastructure Industry Skills Council Ltd (t/a SkillsDMC) Level 9, 36 Carrington Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 First published: 2014 Disclaimer SkillsDMC are the owner of all copyright and other intellectual property rights in the products and any modifications made by SkillsDMC to the materials (parent document issued to you at point of sale and as reflected in the invoice). You acknowledge that, apart from the limited licence granted under these Terms of Sale, you have no right, title or interest (including intellectual property rights) in the products. You will do anything reasonably required to give effect to our ownership of the products (parent document). 2

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Instructions to Assessors 4 Prepare for the practical assessment 4 Work Health and Safety 4 Customising the assessment 4 Carrying out the assessment 4 Completing the assessment 4 Assessment conditions 5 Expiry status of assessment 5 Resources required 5 Range of variables 5 Pre-Assessment 6 Performance Checklist 7 1. Plan and prepare for ground support installation 7 2. Set up for installation 8 3. Assemble and install ground support 9 4. Conduct housekeeping activities 10 Final Assessment Summary 11 Assessment Outcome 12 3

4 INSTRUCTIONS TO ASSESSORS To prepare for assessment of this unit of competency, assessors should refer to the RII Assessment Materials Overview Guide. This guide includes directions on how to conduct an assessment for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Prepare for the practical assessment Ensure date, time, place, employee, assessment instrument and any tools/equipment are arranged. Ensure the environment is adequate for verbal delivery of assessment. Explain what is required of employee. Both employee and assessor must confirm employee s readiness for assessment. Gather relevant site standards and procedures from the appropriate authorised company personnel. Work Health and Safety Ensure all personnel have completed an area-specific induction prior to assessment commencing. Site, area and statutory safety requirements must be observed at all times during the assessment. All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to the task being assessed and to the area the assessment is being carried out in, is to be worn at all times. Customising the assessment The assessment should be customised to reflect site-specific: risks and hazards equipment and machinery processes and procedures, including reporting and recording procedures standards and requirements Carrying out the assessment Do not interrupt while employee is performing a task. Where appropriate What if questions shall be asked to assess knowledge relating to emergency and/or operating situations. Where the employee is working dangerously or without necessary care or confidence, the assessor must direct the employee to cease work and terminate the assessment. Immediate feedback should be given. To gain overall competency in the unit, all assessment criteria must be met. All questions must be answered correctly unless otherwise stated in the assessment instrument or elsewhere in site policy. Completing the assessment All sections of the assessment must be completed with an ink pen. Pre assessment: To ensure that the employee understands the assessment process the assessor must explain the assessment and any appeal processes to the employee. Both are to sign the Pre-assessment form prior to commencing the assessment. Performance will often need to be demonstrated over a period of time and/or in different locations. More than one assessment of a block of tasks may be necessary. The relevant part of a blank assessment tool can be copied for re-use, then dated and attached to the original once it is completed. Where appropriate, performance should be assessed across different Range Statement conditions eg wet and dry weather; day and night; different equipment attachments; different materials, etc. The assessment tool is structured to allow for suitable breaks where needed between blocks of tasks. Outcomes from theory and other supporting evidence assessments should be reflected in the final assessment summary. 4

5 On final completion of the overall assessment the Final Assessment Summary sheet must be completed by both the employee and assessor, and signed by the authorising Supervisor/Manager according to site policy. Communicate to employee any feedback comments. If the NYC (Not Yet Competent) box is ticked, the assessor must inform the employee s supervisor and further training needs to be given to bring the employee up to a competent level. Note: Refer to Training Manual for any clarification. Prior to commencement, advise employee of right to appeal under Company Fair Treatment policy (or equivalent). Assessment conditions An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and, this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector s work environment; and, this unit must be assessed using Resources and Infrastructure Industry sector specific policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals; and, an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years of current and continuous work with the Industry sector and must hold the TAE Assessor Skill Set or equivalent. Expiry status of assessment Requirements for maintenance of competence (eg re-assessment) are determined by site policy. Resources required A list of available resources that will be used to assess the competence of participants should be included as an appendix to this document. Range of variables To be assessed on the above equipment on Company site. To communicate using Company methods in place. To conduct maintenance tasks as authorised by Company. 5

6 PRE-ASSESSMENT Assessment process explained to the employee ( if Yes). Any appeal relating to the outcome of the assessment or the way in which the assessment was conducted shall be made through the company s fair treatment policy as explained to the employee ( if Yes). Employee / Trainee Employee/Trainee name: (Print) Assessor Assessor name: (Print) Employee/Trainee comments: Assessor comments: I fully understand the assessment and appeals process. Theory assessment sighted and checked as Satisfactory. Signature: Signature: Date: Date: 6

7 PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST 1. Plan and prepare for ground support installation Satisfactory Not Satisfactory a) Access and explain the operation of the ground support procedures on the site. b) Access and explain geotechnical data used to formulate the ground support plan. c) Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements. d) Describe your actions when you have been given instructions to operate unfamiliar machinery. e) Conduct a walk around inspection of a mine transport vehicle. f) Conduct a walk around inspection of the site pointing to hazards and hazard minimisation devices. g) Ensure PPE is worn and correctly adjusted for ground support activities. h) Ask: What PPE is required when undertaking drilling operations? i) Conduct data collection prior to installing ground support equipment. j) Explain the environmental rules and regulations governing the mine site. k) Point to and explain the operation of the hazardous storage facility on the site. l) Demonstrate and explain the use of two-way radio or other communication device. m) Demonstrate and explain road rules and safe procedures while driving on haul roads. n) Conduct a preoperational check on geotechnical data collection equipment. o) Demonstrate and explain, on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions, how you would identify and select the appropriate equipment and ground support materials according to job type, work plan specifications and site conditions Observed on Assessor comments: Sign-Off: Supervisor: Assessor: Employee: 7

8 2. Set up for installation Satisfactory Not Satisfactory a) Point to and explain manufacturer s specifications of ground support devices. b) Conduct a measurement and assessment of a slope angle against site plans. c) Complete removal and storage of surface soil according to site procedures. d) Conduct scaling down operations according to site requirements. e) Ask: Under what conditions would it be unsafe to conduct scaling down operations? f) Ask: What plans and directions determine the position and angle of the drill undertaking ground support operations? g) Conduct positioning and set-up of drilling equipment. h) Ask: What are the depth and drill speed limits of the drill equipment being used? Assessor comments: Sign-Off: Supervisor: Assessor: Employee: 8

9 3. Assemble and install ground support Satisfactory Not Satisfactory a) Complete the installation of anchors and bolts to the appropriate pattern and tension degree, on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions. Observed on b) Access the ground support plan and identify and explain the required depths and specifications of the anchors. c) Conduct drilling operations according to site requirements. d) Demonstrate and explain the procedure for tensioning of bolts according to site requirements. e) Describe the features of anchors that prevent corrosion and ensure longevity. f) Ask: What are the procedures to prevent gloving and over tensioning of anchors? g) Demonstrate and explain, on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions, how to conduct the layout and creation of a sump or trench for water suppression within the pit. Observed on h) Ask: What are the site procedures and practices in the event of heavy rain and/or flooding? i) Conduct a routine inspection of ground support devices for correct tension, on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions. Observed on Assessor comments: Sign-Off: Supervisor: Assessor: Employee: 9

10 4. Conduct housekeeping activities Satisfactory Not Satisfactory a) Conduct a rig down and removal of drilling equipment. b) Conduct cleaning and correct storage of hand tools. c) Ask: A post operation inspection of ancillary equipment reveals damage. What are the procedures and practices to be followed in this instance? d) Ask: What recording and documenting is required upon completion of ground support activities? Assessor comments: Sign-Off: Supervisor: Assessor: Employee: 10

11 FINAL ASSESSMENT SUMMARY Theory assessment completed as Satisfactory ( if Yes). Practical assessment summary Note: refer to mapping document if required 1. Plan and prepare for ground support installation Satisfactory Not Satisfactory 2. Set up for installation 3. Assemble and install ground support 4. Conduct housekeeping activities Assessor comments: 11

12 ASSESSMENT OUTCOME Satisfactory Not Satisfactory Employee / Trainee Employee/Trainee name: (Print) Assessor Assessor name: (Print) Employee/Trainee comments: Assessor comments: Signature: Signature: Date: Date: Authorising Supervisor/Manager (according to site policy) Name: (Print) Signature: Date: 12

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