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

RIIUND208E Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct skip operations

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIUND208E - Conduct skip operations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct skip operations in coal and metalliferous mining, including loading skips, monitoring skip performance and removing blockages.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Mandatory conditions for assessment of this unit are stipulated below. The assessment must:

include access to:

skip

personal protective equipment

equipment required to conduct skip operations

be conducted in a safe environment; and,

be assessed in the context of this sector's work environment; and,

be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures and processes directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances.

Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated work environment* provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must be able to clearly demonstrate current and relevant industry knowledge and experience to satisfy the mandatory regulatory standards as set out in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/Australian Quality Training Framework mandatory requirements for assessors current at the time of assessment and any relevant licensing and certification requirements. This includes:

vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed

current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided

current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs their training and assessment

formal relevant qualifications in training and assessment

having knowledge of and/or experience using the latest techniques and processes

possessing the required level of RII training product knowledge

having an understanding and knowledge of legislation and regulations relevant to the industry and to employment and workplaces

demonstrating the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence outlined in this unit of competency, and

the minimum years of current** work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below in an industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit.

It is also acceptable for the appropriately qualified assessor to work with an industry expert to conduct assessment together and for the industry expert to be involved in the assessment judgement. The industry expert must have current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided. This means the industry subject matter expert must demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed:

Industry sector

AQF indicator level***

Required assessor or industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Infrastructure

1

1 year

2

2 years

Drilling, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying), Metalliferous Mining and Civil Infrastructure

3-6

3 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.

*Guidance on simulated environments has been stipulated in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide located on VETNet.

**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 a minimum number of site assessments as determined by the relevant industry sector, across various locations.

*** While a unit of competency does not have an AQF level, where a unit is being delivered outside of a qualification the first numeric character in the unit code should be considered as the AQF indicator level for assessment purposes.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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: Plan and prepare to conduct skip operations
  • Obtain, interpret, confirm and clarify shift changeover details
  • Access, interpret and apply documentation required for conducting skip operations
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • Perform equipment and work area prestart checks according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • Check records for outstanding maintenance/inspections, record defects and respond according to site requirements
  • Identify, address and report defects and potential hazards and risks according to site requirements
  • Carry out start-up procedures and confirm the area is clear for operations according to site requirements
  • Identify, address and report environmental issues according to site requirements
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures according to site requirements
  • Apply dust suppression and extraction methods according to site requirements
  • Load skip with materials according to job requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • Communicate with relevant personnel within scope of own role
  • Operate skip according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • Monitor and manage skip performance using appropriate indicators
  • Carry out skip shutdown procedures and remove or dispose of contaminants, if contaminants are identified, according to site requirements
  • Identify and confirm location and nature of blockage
  • Conduct skip isolation procedures and safety provisions, if blockage is identified
  • Remove blockages, according to site requirements
  • Recommence skip operations
       
Element: Conduct operator maintenance and housekeeping
  • Complete documentation according to site requirements
  • Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift according to site requirements
  • Isolate skip according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • Service and make minor adjustments to equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • Clean skip equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • Restore skip operations according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
       


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 candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

conduct skip operations on at least two occasions, including:

completing start-up and shutdown procedures

applying dust suppression and extraction methods

loading skip with materials and confirming load:

does not exceed capacity

is appropriate to minimise spills

identifying, confirming location and nature of blockages

removing blockages

isolating skip before maintenance

maintaining, servicing and cleaning skip equipment.

During the above, the candidate must:

locate and apply required documentation, policies and procedures and confirm work activity is compliant

work with others to conduct underground lifting operations in a way that meets required outcomes, including:

organising work activities to meet task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

complying with reporting requirements and procedures.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

key legislation required to conduct skip operations

key policies, procedures and documentation required to conduct skip operations

characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations of skips, including:

key factors affecting skip capacity, including:

duration of operation

efficient and safe operating speed

operating limitations

type of activities performed

weight and/or load limitations

key load materials

key indicators for monitoring skip performance, including:

computer indicators

skip indicators

key blockages, including:

oversize materials

contaminants

key contaminants

isolation and permit-to work systems and procedures

trip and fault procedures and abnormal conditions

manufacturer specifications

shaft configuration and construction

shaft services and installations, including:

pipes

cables

ladders

characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations of systems and equipment required to conduct skip operations, including:

winding engines

buckets

cages

skips

power supplies and equipment

in-shaft communications equipment

communication systems between cage and winder

mine ventilation system

winder systems

hand and power tools

principles and techniques for identifying defects relevant to skip operations, including inspection and observation

techniques for removing blockages, including:

firing

water flushing

hot work, including:

cutting

welding

techniques skip operator maintenance and cleaning

techniques for applying basic geological and technical data

principles and techniques for identifying and responding to relevant hazards and emergencies

site requirements for processing records and reporting requirements

basic techniques for communicating job activities with others.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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.
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
Obtain, interpret, confirm and clarify shift changeover details 
Access, interpret and apply documentation required for conducting skip operations 
Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements 
Perform equipment and work area prestart checks according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements 
Check records for outstanding maintenance/inspections, record defects and respond according to site requirements 
Identify, address and report defects and potential hazards and risks according to site requirements 
Carry out start-up procedures and confirm the area is clear for operations according to site requirements 
Identify, address and report environmental issues according to site requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures according to site requirements 
Apply dust suppression and extraction methods according to site requirements 
Load skip with materials according to job requirements and manufacturer specifications 
Communicate with relevant personnel within scope of own role 
Operate skip according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements 
Monitor and manage skip performance using appropriate indicators 
Carry out skip shutdown procedures and remove or dispose of contaminants, if contaminants are identified, according to site requirements 
Identify and confirm location and nature of blockage 
Conduct skip isolation procedures and safety provisions, if blockage is identified 
Remove blockages, according to site requirements 
Recommence skip operations 
Complete documentation according to site requirements 
Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift according to site requirements 
Isolate skip according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements 
Service and make minor adjustments to equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements 
Clean skip equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements 
Restore skip operations according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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