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 for planning drilling program | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply drilling planning documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Define and confirm precise scope of work expected by client and other relevant parties 1.3 Communicate with all parties clearly and concisely to ensure that priorities and special requirements are understood and acted upon 1.4 Negotiate an achievable and acceptable contract with the client within the scope of the driller’s legal requirements and legal responsibilities 1.5 Achieve and document agreement on the drilling plan by communicating and clarifying intended objectives and contract requirements with all relevant parties 1.6 Develop, in consultation, a time schedule for all operations |
2. Inspect/research site for accessibility, services, hazards, legal and environmental problems | 2.1 Establish size and nature of intended drill sites and designated routes to reach them 2.2 Assess topographical and geological features and identify preferred drilling sites 2.3 Locate and interpret specific relevant information from maps, diagrams or from other data 2.4 Identify legal and environmental limitations, and hazards applying to site and take appropriate action 2.5 Identify and honour locations of socially or environmentally sensitive areas according to the site agreement 2.6 Check availability and distance of water and/or other local supplies |
3. Select appropriate drilling method | 3.1 Read and evaluate available data relevant to ground conditions 3.2 Select optimum method of drilling and down hole tools, in consultation with other personnel |
4. Prepare cost estimates, quotes and tenders | 4.1 Prepare data for quote, listing all necessary activities, materials and sub-contracting services needed 4.2 Allow a contingency sum for identifiable but uncertain factors 4.3 Use mathematical calculations and estimations to determine job costs 4.4 Document and present quote/tender |
5. Arrange permits and licences | 5.1 Determine and obtain the required permits and licences 5.2 Follow correct application procedures |
6. Design and organise drilling program | 6.1 Establish action plan to ensure completion of program to client satisfaction, within quality, time and cost parameters 6.2 Communicate scope of work to crew involved in drilling program 6.3 Prepare fieldwork instructions, detailing project location, access, water supply, aims of project and detailed instructions 6.4 Note variations to scope of work/contractual requirements on log 6.5 Select appropriate and available crew and other resources for the job 6.6 Communicate, clearly and concisely, with crew(s) about job requirements, working conditions and roles and responsibilities 6.7 Establish size and nature of intended drill rig sites, and routes for reaching them 6.8 Specify any access track, clearing or bench construction sizes and compaction required to support rigs and equipment 6.9 Clarify availability of site amenities and back up support 6.10 Decide upon methods of controlling flow off site, disposing of wastes and restoring the site after the operations |
7. Prepare WHS plan for site | 7.1 Prepare plan to eliminate/mitigate hazards to designated level 7.2 Ensure signs, hazards and warnings are observed and consequences understood 7.3 Determine and acquire required safety equipment 7.4 Incorporate safety rules and regulations, legislation and specific site instructions 7.5 Obtain sign-off on commitment to work health and safety (WHS) plan from crew |
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 relevant legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
implements the procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient planning of drilling programs including:
identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks
controlling identified hazards
implementing emergency response plan and procedures
identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues
checking all contractor-supplied equipment
applying negotiation skills with clients and other parties
preparing costing, estimations and tenders
using project management tools and programs
works effectively with others to undertake and complete the planning of drilling programs including:
preparing for and organising work activities to meet all task requirements
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
using a range of communication techniques and aids to advise others of work activity and exclusion zones
using written and verbal communications to convey all activities and outcomes for rig operations to others in a clear and concise manner
demonstrates completion of the planning of drilling that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
using appropriate method of drilling and down hole tools, in consultation with other personnel identifying, assessing and selecting plan components
identifying required information and scope of work
consulting and negotiating with stakeholders
researching site for accessibility, services, hazards, legal and environmental problems, and exploring viable options to resolve issues
evaluating ground conditions and selecting site
preparing cost estimates and documenting and presenting quote/tender
identifying and arranging permits and licences
assessing site hazards and risks and prepare Work Health Safety plan
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when planning drilling programs:
legislative, organisation and site requirement and procedures for:
risk assessment and management
statutory compliance
workplace health and safety
environmental management
workplace communication
quality management
contract management
plant, equipment and tools maintenance
materials deliveries
accessing, interpreting and applying identifying plant and equipment capabilities and limitations
inspection/research techniques for collection of data:
linear measurement
angular measurement
by manual/electronic means
development and implementation of communication systems, processes and procedures
communication documents including maps, geological and topographical data, diagrams, graphical representation (e.g. maps, diagrams and its uses for interpretation and prediction)
special requirements for different methods of drilling
environmental requirements for drill sites
WHS planning principles
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors; 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.