Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

RIIRAI601A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Establish and maintain the site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIRAI601A - Establish and maintain the site infrastructure and fixed plant systems
Description This unit covers establishing and maintaining the site infrastructure and fixed plant systems in the mining and extractive industries. It includes establishing and confirming the site's operational strategy; developing and testing the detailed site infrastructure and plant proposals; and obtaining and recording site infrastructure and plant system approvals.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit is appropriate for those working in management or technical specialist roles, within:Coal miningExtractive industriesMetalliferous mining
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable. Not applicable.
Competency Field Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Establish or confirm the site's operational strategy
  • Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to establishing and maintaining the site infrastructure and fixed plant systems
  • Complete and/or confirm feasibility analysis
  • Obtain and/or confirm statutory/legal approvals
  • Carry out title searches
  • Prepare detailed plans, budgets, financial models, in accordance with the feasibility analysis for fixed plant and infrastructure requirements of the site
  • Prepare requirements for fixed plant and infrastructure within the general site development proposal and submit to the organisation, board or executive for endorsement
  • Collect, analyse and organise strategic resource planning information in preparation for decision making
  • Estimate impacts on the organisation business plans, and the financial benefit from fixed plant or infrastructure changes
  • Assess hazards associated with the planned option and develop plans to manage identify risks
       
Element: Develop and test the detailed site infrastructure proposal
  • Access, identify and interpret the legislative, statutory and likely site requirements related to infrastructure
  • Identify the requirements for and purpose of infrastructure items in accordance with site design and system of mining
  • Develop specifications for infrastructure items from a comprehensive analysis of site requirements
  • Identify infrastructure options from an analysis of all relevant technical, operational and financial information
  • Select preferred infrastructure options on the basis of projected performance against specification requirements
  • Assess by visit, and confirm potential infrastructure sites/routes and capacities, entered on the site plan
       
Element: Develop and test the detailed site plant proposal
  • Access, identify and interpret the legislative, statutory and site requirements related to required fixed plant
  • Identify the requirements for and purpose of fixed plant in accordance with site design and system of mining
  • Identify supporting mobile plant requirements
  • Develop specifications for plant from a comprehensive analysis of site requirements
  • Identify plant options from an analysis of all relevant technical, operational and financial information
  • Select preferred plant options on the basis of projected performance against specification requirements
  • Assess by visit and confirm potential sites for fixed plant, entered on the site plan
       
Element: Obtain and record site infrastructure and plant system approvals
  • Prepare detailed proposals for the site infrastructure components, layout, specifications and costs
  • Prepare detailed proposals for the site plant items, specifications, the locations of fixed plant and costs
  • Prepare detailed proposals for supporting plant items and costs
  • Obtain formal approvals for the proposed site infrastructure and plant systems in accordance with enterprise policies
  • Vary the site infrastructure and plant systems records to reflect any approval conditions and finalised in preparation for implementation
       


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 establishing and maintaining site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the establishing and maintenance of site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes

the identification of viable program options and the selection of programs that best meet the required outcomes

working with others to undertake and complete the establishing and maintenance of site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

timely completion of establishing and maintenance of site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

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.

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.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a civil works environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

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 procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes

identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required

identification of viable options and the selection of option that best meet the required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the establishing and maintenance of site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

timely gaining of approval of site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

provision of clear, timely required support and advice on the implementation of site infrastructure and fixed plant systems

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

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Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to establish and maintain site infrastructure and fixed plant systems:

apply procedures for the development and review of business plans

apply resource plan development requirements and procedures

apply project budget preparation requirements and procedures

apply title search procedures

apply statutory and legal approval application procedures

apply project management strategies

apply techniques to implement change

access and use appropriate technologies

apply procedures for the preparation and presentation of management reports

apply negotiation techniques with internal/external customers, community and statutory/legal authorities

apply conflict resolution techniques

access, interpret and apply:

technical information

site/legislative requirements

records and reports

briefings and handover details

apply the principles of site design

apply hazard identification and risk management processes

apply work planning and coordination processes

apply training needs analysis

interpret and apply manufacturer's instructions

apply maintenance survey procedures

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to establish and maintain site infrastructure and fixed plant systems:

business planning

computer applications

financial models

site design

mining operations, plant and equipment

negotiation techniques

organisational change and development

organisational objectives

planning and strategic management

project management

resource quantification

risk management

statutory/legal control

surveying

titles management

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 procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Statutory/legal approvals may include:

boundaries, leases and tenements

licences

approvals by government regulatory authorities or councils

dangerous goods

environmental - noise/air/water

explosives

harbours and marine

site safety and health requirements

port authority

rehabilitation

royalties

Title searches may include:

issues of land ownership

council

lease

by-laws

contamination

wildlife corridors

Infrastructure may include:

road and railways

dams

fencing

stockpile/product bays

salvage areas

reticulation systems

car parks

communications facilities

power supply

fuel facilities

water supply facilities

water management facilities

product storage facilities

waste management facilities

tailings discharge facilities

pipelines

buildings including:

ablutions

amenities

change room

chemical stores

control rooms

dangerous goods store

explosives magazines

First Aid

fuel storage

laboratory

sites rescue station

offices

oil store

power station

supply stores

tyre stores

weighbridge

workshops

Fixed plant may include:

crushers

screens

conveyors

feeders

washery

materials handling systems

waste handling system

Development and planning may include:

interpreting and communicating information

business/performance plans

location

tender specifications

communication liaison/public relations

resources

statutory/legal/organisational requirements and control

resource parameters

best practice

technical standards established by industry and/or enterprise

legal issues/processes

planning approvals

surveying

Specifications may include:

environment

health and safety

hours per week of operation

production rate

products

recyclable materials

stack emissions

transportation systems

waste and stockpiles

Legislative, statutory and site requirements may be contained in:

legislation and regulations

relevant Australian standards

management plans

safety and health policy

code of practice

manufacturer's instruction

standard/safe working or job procedures (or equivalent)

industry guidelines

Mobile plant may include:

backhoe

barge

bucket wheel excavator

cherry picker

compressor

concrete agitator

crane

dozer

dragline

dredge

drill

dump truck

excavator

explosives vehicle

face shovel

forklift

front end loader

generator

grader

integrated carrier

roller

scraper

service/maintenance vehicle

skid steer loader

truck

water truck

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

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 establishing and maintaining the site infrastructure and fixed plant systems 
Complete and/or confirm feasibility analysis 
Obtain and/or confirm statutory/legal approvals 
Carry out title searches 
Prepare detailed plans, budgets, financial models, in accordance with the feasibility analysis for fixed plant and infrastructure requirements of the site 
Prepare requirements for fixed plant and infrastructure within the general site development proposal and submit to the organisation, board or executive for endorsement 
Collect, analyse and organise strategic resource planning information in preparation for decision making 
Estimate impacts on the organisation business plans, and the financial benefit from fixed plant or infrastructure changes 
Assess hazards associated with the planned option and develop plans to manage identify risks 
Access, identify and interpret the legislative, statutory and likely site requirements related to infrastructure 
Identify the requirements for and purpose of infrastructure items in accordance with site design and system of mining 
Develop specifications for infrastructure items from a comprehensive analysis of site requirements 
Identify infrastructure options from an analysis of all relevant technical, operational and financial information 
Select preferred infrastructure options on the basis of projected performance against specification requirements 
Assess by visit, and confirm potential infrastructure sites/routes and capacities, entered on the site plan 
Access, identify and interpret the legislative, statutory and site requirements related to required fixed plant 
Identify the requirements for and purpose of fixed plant in accordance with site design and system of mining 
Identify supporting mobile plant requirements 
Develop specifications for plant from a comprehensive analysis of site requirements 
Identify plant options from an analysis of all relevant technical, operational and financial information 
Select preferred plant options on the basis of projected performance against specification requirements 
Assess by visit and confirm potential sites for fixed plant, entered on the site plan 
Prepare detailed proposals for the site infrastructure components, layout, specifications and costs 
Prepare detailed proposals for the site plant items, specifications, the locations of fixed plant and costs 
Prepare detailed proposals for supporting plant items and costs 
Obtain formal approvals for the proposed site infrastructure and plant systems in accordance with enterprise policies 
Vary the site infrastructure and plant systems records to reflect any approval conditions and finalised in preparation for implementation 

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