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Operate from elevated work platform underground

Operate from elevated work platform underground

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIUND202E
State Code
OCD07
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/09/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/03/2021
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
05/03/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate from elevated work platforms underground in coal and metalliferous mining, including positioning, setting up and stabilising work platforms and carrying out operator maintenance.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.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to operate from an elevated work platform underground
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm shift changeover details
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures required for operating from elevated work platforms underground
  • 1.3 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.4 Select equipment according to job and site requirements
  • 1.5 Inspect and assess site conditions, determine if scaling is required and respond according to site requirements
  • 1.6 Carry out equipment pre-start checks according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 1.7 Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards according to site requirements and confirm safe ventilation of work area
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
2. Position and set up platform
  • 2.1 Communicate work activities with others within scope of own role
  • 2.2 Carry out start-up procedures according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 2.3 Apply dust suppression and extraction methods according to site requirements
  • 2.4 Position equipment according to job and site requirements
  • 2.5 Stabilise work platform according to site requirements and ground conditions
  • 2.6 Select and fit attachments according to job and site requirements
3. Conduct work activities from elevated platform
  • 3.1 Use approved safety devices according to site requirements
  • 3.2 Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators according to site requirements
  • 3.3 Operate equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 3.4 Complete required documentation according to site requirements
  • 3.5 Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift according to site requirements
4. Carry out operator maintenance and housekeeping
  • 4.1 Carry out shutdown procedures according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 4.2 Carry out operator maintenance, service and make minor adjustments to equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 4.3 Clean and maintain equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 4.4 Clean and store auxiliary service equipment according to site requirements
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State Code National Code Title Type
WH711 RIIUND202D Operate from elevated work platform underground Unit of competency