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, organisation and site requirements and proceduresmanufacturer's guidelines and specifications Australian standardscodes of practiceEmployment and workplace relations legislationEqual Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Work requirements and procedures may come from briefings, handovers, and work orders and may include: | product identificationnature and scope of tasksachievement targetsoperational conditionssite layoutout of bounds areasworksite inspection requirementslighting conditionsplant or equipment defectshazards and potential hazardscoordination requirements or issues |
Geological data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | rock type and characteristicsfaults and jointswater tables or other water sources |
Survey data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | floor heightsbench widthsgrades |
Coordination with others may include with: | supervisorsplant operators (fixed & mobile)contractorstraffic coordinators & weighbridge operatorsother site personnelloading unitsother earthmoving equipmentmaterials handling equipmentlight vehicleslighting plantuse of 2-way radios |
Pre-start and start-up procedures are to include: | external check of the machinechecking and topping up fluid levels (including fuel)lubricationinspection of attachments to ensure security and defectsinstrument and control lever checksreporting of defects and damage |
Park-up and shutdown procedures are to ensure that: | vehicle/equipment is secured as required by site proceduresattachments are rendered safeaccess ways are clear |
Operating techniques may include: | equipment positioningload dischargeobserving site speed limitsworking safely around:overhead powerlinesother machines and personnellive stockpiles |
Changing work conditions may include variations in: | gradesheight of facesweather conditionsday and night |
Monitoring systems and alarms may include: | |
Hazardous and emergency situations may include: | powerlinesconveyorsoverhead servicelightning strikes (potential tyre explosion)tyre fires (isolation procedures) |
Operator service, maintenance and housekeeping tasks are those established and authorised for the site and may include: | cleaning, authorised servicing and the monitoringrecording and reporting of faultsconduct of authorised minor replacementsprovision of assistance to maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities |
Records and reports may include: | fuel usagecomputer readingsend of shift documentationsupplies logs work logs stockpile informationquality informationdespatch details |