ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Plan and prepare for face loader operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply face loader operations documentation

1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies

1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities

1.5 Access, interpret and clarify geological and survey data required to complete the work activity

1.6 Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others in line with workplace requirements

1.7 Select required face loader equipment and confirm suitability for work activities

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures for face loaders, and be prepared for fires, accidents and emergencies

1.9 Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity

2. Operate face loader in line with established requirements to complete work activity

2.1 Carry out prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures

2.2 Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures

2.3 Drive and operate loader using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures

2.4 Distribute bulk materials into haulage units, maintaining stability and maximum load requirements of the haul unit

2.5 Load bulk materials into materials handling equipment

2.6 Carry out dumping and stockpiling operations

2.7 Connect and tow equipment and plant safely, within equipment and connection capacity

2.8 Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms

2.9 Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment

2.10 Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures

3. Conduct housekeeping activities

3.1 Clear work area and dispose or recycle materials according to workplace procedures

3.2 Manage and/or report hazards to maintain a safe working environment

3.3 Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices

Skill

Description

Reading

Identifies and interprets information from workplace procedures, documentation, legislation and regulations

Numeracy

Uses equipment operating capacity schedule to confirm safe weight load limits