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Implement pit plan
Implement pit plan
Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMEX501D
RIIMEX501D
State Code
WH389
WH389
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/05/2014
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
30/05/2014
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to implement a pit plan in Coal and Metalliferous mining and Extractive.This unit is appropriate for those working in management or technical specialist roles. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for implementation of the pit plan
- 1.1 Access, interpret and apply implementation of pit plan documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
- 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
- 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
- 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
- 1.5 Confirm the geological, geotechnical, hydrogeotechnical, hydrological and survey data relevant to the implementation of the pit plan
- 1.6 Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity
- 1.7 Access, interpret and clarify the pit development parameters and strategies relevant to the implementation of the pit plan
2. Prepare the pit plan
- 2.1 Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in the planning process in a way that uses their contribution effectively and gains their support for the outcomes
- 2.2 Develop and document the pit plan in accordance with the pit development parameters and strategies, the confirmed geological, geotechnical, hydrogeotechnical, hydrological and survey data
- 2.3 Identify and confirm the resources required for the implementation of the pit plan
- 2.4 Identify training needs of team members and prepare training plans
- 2.5 Prepare and present the pit operations budget
3. Initiate, monitor and adjust the implementation of the pit plan
- 3.1 Issue, explain and clarify the pit plan to team members and others involved, for the safe, effective and efficient implementation of the pit development
- 3.2 Acquire resources for implementation of the pit plan
- 3.3 Provide timely ongoing support and advice to those implementing the pit plan
- 3.4 Ensure written records and reports are maintained and issued
- 3.5 Monitor the pit implementation of the pit plan against pit development parameters, strategies, the budget
- 3.6 Resolve variances in consultation with relevant stakeholders and issue instructions for adjustments to the plan
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB296 | RIIMEX501A | Implement pit plan | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZF4 | RII50115 | Diploma of Surface Operations Management | Qualification |
| BGP2 | RII50120 | Diploma of Surface Operations Management | Qualification |
| J677 | RII50113 | Diploma of Surface Operations Management | Qualification |
| J661 | RII50213 | Diploma of Underground Metalliferous Mining Management | Qualification |
| AZD7 | RII50215 | Diploma of Underground Metalliferous Mining Management | Qualification |