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Conduct surface miner operations

Conduct surface miner operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIMCO302D
State Code
WH326
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
28/05/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct surface miner operations in Coal Mining (Open Cut).This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to conduct surface miner operations
  • 1.1. Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures to conduct surface miner operations, and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2. Conduct pre-start checks in accordance with safety requirements
  • 1.3. Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data
2. Operate surface miner
  • 2.1. Carry out start-up, park, shutdown, and secure equipment procedures
  • 2.2. Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity
  • 2.3. Conduct, control and monitor mining procedures, milling, loading and manoeuvring within the operating capacities of the equipment
  • 2.4. Select required loading method and position equipment and haulage units to meet this requirement
  • 2.5. Act on monitoring systems and report on alarms
  • 2.6. Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations
  • 2.7. Complete work plan
3. Carry out operator maintenance
  • 3.1. Prepare machine for maintenance
  • 3.2. Carry out routine and scheduled maintenance tasks
  • 3.3. Clear worksite of tools, debris and defective components and restore to site and safety requirements
  • 3.4. Process written and verbal maintenance records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB114 RIIMCO302A Conduct surface miner operations Unit of competency