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 pumping operations | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply pumping operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2. Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity 1.4. Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 1.5. Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 1.6. Conduct equipment pre-start checks |
2. Pump material | 2.1. Carry out start-up and shutdown procedures 2.2. Operate equipment within recommended speed, engine capability and limitations 2.3. Monitor equipment performance utilising appropriate indicators 2.4. Complete work according to agreed work plan and outcomes 2.5. Constantly monitor pressure and flow of material |
3. Carry out operator maintenance | 3.1. Conduct visual inspection and fault finding 3.2. Conduct routine operational servicing to ensure peak performance of equipment 3.3. Clean and maintain equipment 3.4. Complete all required records and documentation accurately and promptly |
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
implements requirements, procedures and techniques for safe, effective pump operations including:
selecting and using the required hand and power tools
identify and handle hazardous goods
maintain, clean and operate equipment
identifying potential risks and hazards
works with others to undertake and complete pump operations that meets all of the required outcomes including:
using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others
maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
communicating to confirm work/plans/specifications
demonstrates completion of pump operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
performing pump start up procedure
pumping material and operating equipment for optimum efficiency
monitoring equipment and operations
performing pump shutdown procedure
applying visual inspection and fault finding techniques
conducting operational servicing
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of pump operations through:
applying legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
risk assessment and management
statutory compliance
work health and safety
maintain, clean and operate equipment
identifying and handling hazardous goods
maintaining records
monitoring operations and conducting fault finding
identifying site and equipment’s safety requirements
identifying communications equipment
being prepared for emergency/fire and accidents
complying with environmental principles
identifying equipment processes, technical capability and limitations
applying isolation procedures
applying operational procedures and checks including material under pressure and mine operational system
An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing.
An assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years of current and continuous work in the Industry sector, with the preceding two (2) years in the field of the unit they are assessing.
This unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment.
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