List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
1. Plan and prepare to conduct auger miner operations | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply auger miner operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2. Conduct pre-start checks in accordance with safety requirements 1.3. Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data 1.4. Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment 1.5. Identify, address and report potential hazards and risk 1.6.Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency |
2. Operate auger miner | 2.1. Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity. 2.2. Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions 2.3. Conduct, control and monitor auger mining procedures within equipment limitations and capacity 2.4. Select required loading method and position equipment and haulage units to meet this requirement 2.5. Act or report on monitoring systems and alarms 2.6. Complete the work plan |
3. Carry out operator maintenance | 3.1. Prepare the machine for maintenance 3.2. Carry out routine and scheduled maintenance tasks 3.3. Clear worksite of tools, debris and defective components and restore to site and safety requirements 3.4. Process written maintenance records |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies applicable legislation, documentation, policies and procedures for auger miner operations
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of auger miner operations including:
applying hand-eye coordination
applying diagnostic techniques
disposing of environmentally sensitive fluids and materials
works with others to undertake and complete the auger miner operations in a way that meets all of the required outcomes by:
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions, and convey work progress
demonstrates completion of conducting auger miner operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
conducting pre-start checks, start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
conducting, controlling and monitoring auger mining procedures
selecting the required loading method and positioning of haulage units
mining to correct depths and horizons
maintaining alignment
responding to changes in seam dip
completing the work plan
driving, operating and relocating the auger miner
maintaining written maintenance and equipment records
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in conducting auger miner operations through:
accessing, interpreting and applying organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting auger miner operations for:
monitoring wall stability
interpreting geological and survey data
applying environmental constraints in auger mining operations
identifying loading methods and haulage units
being prepared for events for fire/accident/emergency
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 in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level