Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Geological data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to:
rock type and characteristics
faults and joints
water tables or other water sources
coal
inter seam
coal quality
Survey data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to:
floor heights
bench widths
grades
stockpile level
stockpile volumes
The site stockpile management plan may include:
height and dimensional restrictions
signage requirements
base preparation requirements
drainage requirements
inspection requirements
system methodology
stockpile full and empty arrangements
equipment operating and maintenance procedures
emergency precautions and evacuation processes
handling spontaneous combustion
coal blending
automation and manual override
monitoring systems
reporting requirements
communication to others in supply and delivery
restrictions or procedural requirements for using mobile plant on top of stockpiles
restrictions or procedural requirements for using mobile plant on top of stockpiles
requirements for working under a face on stockpiles
stock take techniques and requirements
Resources may include:
labour
materials
services and
equipment
Instructions may be issued in briefings, handovers, and work orders and may include:
nature and scope of tasks
achievement targets
operational conditions
obtaining permits required
site layout
out of bounds areas
worksite inspection requirements
lighting conditions
plant or equipment defects
hazards and potential hazards
coordination requirements or issues

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans
working with others to plan, prepare, apply and monitor site stockpile management plans
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in site stockpile management plans
evidence of the consistent successful application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to plan, prepare, apply and monitor site stockpile management plans
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the application of the site stockpile management plan
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.