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 conduct of special roadway operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of special roadway operations

working with others to plan, prepare and conduct special roadway operations

evidence of the consistent successful special roadway 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 special roadway operations

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the conduct of the special roadway operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to conduct special roadway operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting special roadway operations

apply operational safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information and plans

predict likely changes in roadway/faceline conditions and geology

operate plant and equipment efficiently in special and difficult conditions

interpret and apply survey data

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to conduct special roadway operations:

operational safety requirements

geological features of special conditions, including faults, dykes, intrusions and high stress zones

mine operational procedures

the impact of changing conditions on equipment plant and mining operations

support techniques and their applications in special operations

ventilation techniques for special operations

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

management plans

OHS policy

code of practice

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work requirements may be in the form of:

shift briefings

handover details

work orders

Mine environmental, geological and survey data may be in the form of:

ventilation/gas data

deputy reports

geological hazard plan

longitudinal and cross sectional survey plans

Work requirement details may include:

nature and scope of task

achievement targets

locations

headings and other essential survey information

working and geological conditions

ventilation conditions

equipment/plant allocation, including any defects

other resources

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements/issues

Equipment may include:

continuous miner

shuttle cars

drills

explosives

shearer

road header

ramcar

Roadways/headings/faceline may be formed or profiled by:

cutting machines

drilling

blasting

Hazardous and emergency situations may be those associated with:

gas accumulation

water

floor

roof

rib

rock burst/outburst

dust

inrush

Operator (operational) maintenance procedures are those established and authorised for the site.