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 small open cut mine equipment operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply small open cut mine equipment 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 apply 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 small open cut mine equipment and/or attachments for work activities

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures for small open cut mine equipment, 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 small open cut mine equipment 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 equipment using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures

2.4 Change and operate ancillary attachments to the support equipment in line with manufacturers’ specifications

2.5 Operate support equipment with and without ancillary attachments, within the equipment limitations

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

2.7 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 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

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