Application
This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:
Metalliferous mining
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Organise for wet filling | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Plan and prepare work 1.3. Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details 1.4. Select appropriate personal protective equipment 1.5. Select approved dust suppression and extraction methods 1.6. Select appropriate type of equipment, materials and safety equipment according to job type 1.7. Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation 1.8. Identify, manage and/or report potential risks and hazards 1.9. Erect physical barricades and signs and/or safety provisions to prevent unauthorised entry of personnel and equipment 1.10. Manage environmental requirements 1.11. Adhere to emergency procedures to ensure safety of personnel, equipment and site 1.12. Inspect and assess site conditions to determine if scaling is required and take action according to site requirements 1.13. Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area |
2. Fill voids | 2.1. Fill void in controlled manner according to characteristics of fill |
3. Drain and monitor fill | 3.1. Manage and monitor drainage system according to engineering specifications 3.2. Inspect bulkheads for faults, water flow and/or defects 3.3. Monitor and manage dimensions of fill utilising approved indicators 3.4. Complete all required documentation clearly, concisely and on time 3.5. Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift |
Required Skills
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to conduct wet filling activities: apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for the conduct of wet filling activities identify hazards monitor filling apply safe work practices communicate with other personnel |
Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to conduct wet filling activities: backfilling procedures emergency procedures equipment safety requirements hazardous substances (handling and transport) mine operational system mining legislation OHS procedures operational procedures and checks site safety requirements |
Evidence Required
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 the conduct of wet filling activities implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the conduct of wet filling activities working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of wet filling activities that meets all of the required outcomes consistent timely completion of the conduct of wet filling activities that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes |
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. Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances. 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. 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 requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes consistent achievement of required outcomes first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's: working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of wet filling activities |
Guidance information for assessment | Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
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, organisational and site requirements and procedures manufacturer's guidelines and specifications Australian standards Employment and workplace relations legislation Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Equipment may include: | hand tools LHD slurry pump recommended/required PPE |
Dust suppression and extraction methods may include: | mobile/fixed sprays screens (vent doors, vent blinds) use of water trucks ventilation bags operational watering down site |
Legislation may include Acts and regulation dealing with: | mining safety and health mine inspection OHS explosives |
Potential risks and hazards may include: | contaminants faulty equipment fumes ground conditions (unstable) high air and water pressures high voltage electricity hydraulic oil pressure lack of ventilation tripping hazards unauthorised personnel |
Fill may include: | combination of wet and dry paste wet |
Bulk head faults and defects may include: | cracks dampness on bulk head seepage stress fractures |
Void may include: | bench open stope |
Fill methods may include: | dumping over edge |
Sectors
Metalliferous Mining (Underground)
Competency Field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.