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RIIBLA402E — Monitor and control the effects of blasting on the environment

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What an assessment for RIIBLA402E must cover

48 assessable components: 3 elements (18 performance criteria), 14 performance evidence and 12 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Develop strategies to control effects of blasting on the environment

  • 1.1Access, interpret and apply blasting documentation and confirm work activity is compliant
  • 1.2Identify and evaluate environmental hazards and controls, resulting from blasting, according to site requirements
  • 1.3Identify and analyse objectives and criteria for safe and effective blast monitoring
  • 1.4Evaluate and select monitoring device options according to site requirements
  • 1.5Prepare procedures for installing, establishing and operating monitoring systems
  • 1.6Formulate monitoring system maintenance program and procedures according to site requirements
  • 1.7Determine procedures for auditing, reviewing and updating of monitoring system according to site requirements
  • 1.8Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.9Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and confirm steps required to respond to emergencies

2 Implement environment monitoring systems

  • 2.1Implement procedures for monitoring, recording and reporting on environmental controls according to site requirements
  • 2.2Implement procedures for installing and operating monitoring systems and equipment according to site requirements
  • 2.3Implement procedures for collecting and analysing environmental data according to site requirements
  • 2.4Process, record and report monitoring system data according to site requirements
  • 2.5Interpret measured data, compare with statutory and site requirements and implement identified actions

3 Review strategies

  • 3.1Audit effectiveness of environmental control system in order and confirm blasting standards comply with statutory and environmental management plan requirements
  • 3.2Audit effectiveness of environmental control system in order and confirm that monitoring systems comply with statutory requirements
  • 3.3Audit effectiveness of environmental control system and confirm that recording systems are maintained according to site requirements and data is processed according to environmental management plan requirements
  • 3.4Review monitoring system and confirm that standards comply with legislative and site requirements

Performance evidence

  • monitor and control the effects of blasting on the environment on at least two occasions, including:
  • planning and coordinating work
  • controlling the effects of blasting
  • identifying and evaluating environmental hazards and controls resulting from blasting and assessing their impact on blast design, including:
  • noise, vibration and airblast overpressure
  • flyrock
  • airborne contaminants, including dust and fumes
  • water pollution
  • auditing data and applying data to blasting strategies.
  • locate and apply legislation, documentation and procedures
  • work effectively with others to plan, prepare and conduct the monitoring and control of the effects of blasting, including:
  • complying with reporting requirements and procedures
  • communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
  • providing clear and timely instruction and supervision of those involved in monitoring and controlling the effects of blasting.

Knowledge evidence

  • key legislation required to monitor and control the effects of blasting on the environment, including explosives and safety and health legislation
  • key procedures and documentation required to monitor and control the effects of blasting on the environment, including maintenance surveys and procedures
  • effects of differing geological features and conditions on environmental conditions, including:
  • noise, vibration and airblast overpressure
  • flyrock
  • airborne contaminants, including dust and fumes
  • water pollution
  • effects of blasting on local communities and techniques for implementing and monitoring appropriate controls
  • principles and techniques for auditing data and applying data to blasting strategies
  • portable monitoring equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
  • principles and techniques for auditing and reviewing environmental control and monitoring systems
  • techniques for coordinating job activities with others.

Foundation skills

  • Numeracy: Calculates measurements, products and ratios
  • Oral communication: Conveys information and requirements clearly and listens carefully
  • Reading: Identifies and interprets information from workplace documentation and legislation
  • Writing: Completes workplace and legislative documentation using sector-specific vocabulary, grammatical structures and conventions

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What does an assessment tool for RIIBLA402E need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIIBLA402E needs to address all 48 unit components: 3 elements with 18 performance criteria, 14 performance evidence requirements, 12 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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