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Establish and maintain stockpile management systems

Establish and maintain stockpile management systems

Unit of competency
National Code
RIISRM601E
State Code
ODB76
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/09/2021
Field of Education
080307 - Organisation Management
Original Release Date
10/09/2021
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and maintain stockpile management systems in coal and metalliferous mining and extractive industries. It involves analysing, documenting and developing systems to achieve stockpile management goals, objectives and strategies.The unit applies to those working in management or technical specialist roles. They generally perform complex, nonroutine tasks involving strategic and planning activities and are responsible for establishing and maintaining operational systems and plans.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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare stockpile management system
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply stockpiling operations documentation and confirm the work activity is compliant
  • 1.3 Analyse and document organisation goals, objectives and strategies in relation to the establishment of the stockpile management system
  • 1.4 Investigate and analyse worksite environments to develop stockpile options, strategies and anticipated outcomes
  • 1.5 Develop and implement stockpile management strategies that embed identified objectives into the planning process
2. Facilitate the design, implementation and maintenance of the stockpile management system
  • 2.1 Develop specifications and identify required equipment for stockpile systems according to site requirements
  • 2.2 Identify system options from an analysis of available technical, operational and financial information
  • 2.3 Evaluate the economics and efficiency of the stockpiling system options and configurations
  • 2.4 Scope work requirements and develop key selection criteria
  • 2.5 Develop and implement a procedure to identify hazards and analyse and evaluate risks associated with the installation of stockpiling systems and equipment
  • 2.6 Develop safe operating procedures and rules from an analysis of site requirements
  • 2.7 Develop and implement procedures for installing and commissioning stockpile systems and equipment
  • 2.8 Develop and implement a program to satisfy identified stockpiling training requirements
  • 2.9 Implement emergency response and evacuation systems, plans and procedures
  • 2.10 Develop operational and maintenance procedures for stockpile systems and equipment according to legislative, organisational and site requirements, and incorporate into site documentation
  • 2.11 Develop and implement procedures for reviewing and modifying work processes
3. Establish systems for audit and review
  • 3.1 Establish procedures to evaluate and confirm system and equipment compliance with statutory and site requirements
  • 3.2 Identify, assess and incorporate future stockpile systems and equipment requirements into planning processes
  • 3.3 Develop and implement procedures to confirm the currency and compliance of stockpile maintenance and safety standards
  • 3.4 Develop and implement a system for recording and reporting stockpile and equipment information
  • 3.5 Audit the stockpile training program for currency and relevance
  • 3.6 Develop and implement procedures for incorporating feedback into the audit and review system
  • 3.7 Audit emergency response and evacuation systems, plans and procedures for compliance with site requirements
  • 3.8 Develop and implement procedures for response to instances of non-compliance and other discrepancies that are revealed by audit
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH695 RIISRM601D Establish and maintain the stockpile management system Unit of competency