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Conduct underground mine surveys

Conduct underground mine surveys

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPSIS6033
State Code
AXH31
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2016
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
031101 - Surveying
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
140
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct underground mine surveying operations to meet client specifications. The unit covers project management activities relating to scheduling, measuring, recording, monitoring and reporting work progress; organising resources and equipment; and planning for risks and contingencies. The unit also covers identifying projects, and organising resources and planning to support an underground mine surveying operation, including for developing headings, rock stability and ground support, loading and haulage and mine ventilation. The unit requires the ability to implement underground surveying operations using specialist equipment to measure identified components of an underground mine, capture and reduce data, and create mine drawings. The unit requires knowledge of underground mining operations and requirements to comply with standards, legislation and regulations applicable to the mining industry.The unit supports those who work in a technical management role in an underground mining environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States where mining surveying must be undertaken under the supervision of a registered surveyor. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE832 CPPSIS6033A Conduct underground mine surveying Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCU87 CPPSSI6033 Conduct underground mine surveys Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAI4 CPP50116 Diploma of Surveying Qualification
BAH8 CPP60116 Advanced Diploma of Surveying Qualification