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
Site water management plan should where applicable include:
risk management requirements
occupational health and safety requirements
environmental requirements
specific site water balances for peak and low scenarios
water reuse and recycle opportunities
site specific water recycling processes
site water withdrawals, including; volume and source use in normal and dry weather
adequate pumping capacities to meet current and future production needs
the volume and quality of discharges
clean and contaminated flows segregation
treatment programs for contaminated flows
wastewater volume usage and quality and how and where it should be stored for treatment before discharge
the protection of groundwater sources
existing neighbour water users and respective discharges
surface water resources, including; hydrological data of rivers, streams, lakes and wetlands and present surface water quality data
the quality and potential of ground water regime, local wells and surface water sources
requirements for testing management system for discharge waters, in accordance with legislative and organisation's requirements
contingency plans for flood routing of waters in the pit's operational area to cope with peak flows and in accordance with organisation's guidelines
procedures for pumping of waters from and within the site to achieve plan objectives and regulatory requirements
plans for surface drainage and total reticulation network servicing the life of pit according to engineering principles and organisation's guidelines
plans for drainage structures and roads according to engineering principles and organisation's guidelines
the staged development of civil aspects to the pits development for efficient and effective achievement of the overall development
requirements for the supervision of maintenance of the drainage scheme of the site to ensure its ongoing efficiency and effectiveness in achieving the plans objectives
site procedures for informing and instructing site personnel on all matters of drainage and reticulation required for the effective and efficient implementation of the plan
procedures for the monitoring of site drainage and wastewater treatment processes to ensure achievement of plan goals and regulatory requirements
procedures for recording the quality of site drainage effluent to meet regulatory and organisation's requirements
water treatment systems to meet specifications
procedures for the monitoring of work on hydrological effects and sensitive ecological/conservations sites
procedures for the recording and adopting of integrated measures to mitigate hydrological impact and to encourage best practice at the site
Geological data may include:
coal, rock and overburden properties
faults and joints
groundwater
springs
Hydrological data may include:
rainfall
surface water, existing streams and dams
catchment areas and runoff characteristics
groundwater and bores
flood predictions
Survey data may include:
site and neighbouring land form
site and neighbouring boundaries and structures
predicted flood levels
water pumping levels
locations of pipes, pumps
Internal and external stakeholders may include:
site and offsite employees
contractors
equipment suppliers
geologists, surveyors and/or draughtspersons
regulatory authorities representatives
community representatives
site neighbours
Resources may include:
financial
labour
materials
services
plant and
equipment

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 implementing of the site water management plans
implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient implementing of the site water management plans
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes
working with others to undertake and complete the implementing of the site water management plans
consistent successful implementing of the site water 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 civil works environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to 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 to apply in undertaking of the implementing of the site water management plans
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
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
identification of viable options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the implementing of the site water management plans
provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the implementing of the site water management plans
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.