Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:06 PM AWST
22/07/2026 11:06 PM AWST
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Plan for and coordinate quarry operations
Plan for and coordinate quarry operations
Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT4214
FWPCOT4214
State Code
ODS44
ODS44
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2022
Field of Education
030901 - Construction Engineering
Original Release Date
21/06/2022
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan for and develop a quarry (borrow pit) for the purpose of sourcing material for the construction and maintenance of forest roads and tracks.The unit applies to individuals involved in planning and supervising quarry development as part of forestry operations.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for quarry development
- 1.1 Review need for and processes for establishing a quarry
- 1.2 Consult with relevant parties about possible quarry sites
- 1.3 Inspect possible quarry sites and assess in terms of location, access to forestry operations, land tenure and quantity and quality of material available for extraction
- 1.4 Analyse samples of materials from possible quarry sites and test for suitability
- 1.5 Identify environmental protection, adjacent land use, regulatory or zoning issues that may impact on the selection of the proposed quarry site
- 1.6 Conduct a cost-benefit analysis to assess the viability and lifespan of the proposed quarry site
- 1.7 Determine the location of the quarry
- 1.8 Determine and document operational and site procedures for quarry development
- 1.9 Obtain necessary licences or permits for quarry development
2. Coordinate quarry development
- 2.1 Confirm type and quantity of material and methods of extracting material according to the quarry development plan
- 2.2 Establish schedule for quarry development according to quarry development plan
- 2.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with quarrying operations
- 2.4 Coordinate and schedule people, materials and equipment required for quarry development
- 2.5 Liaise with employees and contractors to ensure that a coordinated approach is taken to the development and implementation of work plans, road maintenance and construction plans associated with quarry development
- 2.6 Monitor quarry development for compliance with quarry development plan and safety, regulatory and environmental requirements
- 2.7 Document quarry development activities according to workplace procedures
- 2.8 Adjust quarry development plan as required in accordance with workplace procedures
3. Review quarry development
- 3.1 Review approach to quarry development
- 3.2 Monitor quarry development and identify potential improvements according to workplace procedures
- 3.3 Report on outcomes of quarry development to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXK55 | FWPFGM4208 | Plan a quarry | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHL5 | FWP40121 | Certificate IV in Forest Operations | Qualification |