Assessor Resource

RIIUMM203A
Prepare and perform manual scaling operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit is appropriate for those working in an assistant role at worksites within:

Metalliferous mining

This unit covers the preparation and performance of manual scaling operations in the metalliferous mining industry. It includes planning and preparing for manual scaling, performing manual scaling operations, and conducting housekeeping activities. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Co-Requisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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.

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 preparing and performing manual scaling operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of manual scaling preparation and performance

working with others to undertake and complete the preparation and performance of manual scaling that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of manual scaling operation preparation and performance that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

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 preparation and performance of manual scaling operations

Guidance information for assessment

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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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 prepare and perform manual scaling operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for preparation and performance of manual scaling operations

identify hazards

work safely

communicate effectively

manually handle

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 prepare and perform manual scaling operations:

environmental procedures

equipment safety requirements

ground conditions

ground control methods

dealing with misfires

inspection procedures

isolation procedures

mining legislation

emergency procedures

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

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Ancillary equipment may include:

lighting

hoses water / air

lifting and handling equipment

mobile equipment (e.g. support vehicles)

paint (e.g. spray cans)

power tools and hand tools

scaling bars of various lengths

recommended/required PPE

work platforms (e.g. scissor lift, basket)

ventilation equipment

Ventilated means quality and quantity of air is suitable for the work environment according to site and legislative requirements.

Dust controls may include:

mobile/fixed sprays

ventilation

hand watering

Exclusion zone indicators may include:

flags

tapes

witches hats

signs including:

danger

traffic control signs

Shift change-over details may include:

equipment and resource allocations/requirements

ground conditions

hazard reports

supervisor's instructions

Legislation may include Acts and regulation dealing with:

mining safety and health

mine inspection

OHS

explosives

Site conditions may include:

accessibility

ground conditions

ground stability (e.g. broken, blocky, flaky, stable, compacted, shears, faults, folds)

noise

ventilation

visibility

temperature, humidity

Hazards may include:

ground control failure

lack of ventilation or oxygen

loose material on working surface

misfires

gases

entry by unauthorised personnel

uncovered open holes

unstable ground conditions

atmospheric contaminants

unstable footing

poor housekeeping

Inspections may include:

visual inspection

sounding

watering

air flow

listening for rock noise (ground talking)

Suitable working posture may include:

both feet on firm footing

holding bar in correct position

maintaining balance

Services may include:

compressed air

water

ventilation

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 
Plan and prepare work 
Receive, interpret and clarify shift change-over details including ground conditions 
Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Select scaling and ancillary equipment appropriate to the task 
Ensure work area is ventilated 
Inspect and assess site conditions to determine scaling requirements and starting point 
Ensure equipment is safe and ready for use 
Inspect and determine appropriateness of conducting manual scaling 
Identify, manage and/or report hazards 
Establish exclusion zone to prevent unauthorised access 
Maintain a suitable working posture for manual scaling 
Ensure maintenance of safe egress 
Conduct manual scaling according to site procedures 
Maintain services 
Maintain dust controls as manual scaling operations advance 
Clean and return ancillary equipment 
Complete all required documentation to site requirements 

Forms

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