RIINHB316D — Conduct underground in-seam directional drilling

1 Plan and prepare for underground in-seam directional drilling

• 1.1Access, interpret and apply conduct underground in-seam directional drilling, documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
• 1.2Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
• 1.3Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
• 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
• 1.5Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity
• 1.6Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2 Calibrate and operate survey tool

• 2.1Carry out pre-start and start up procedures
• 2.2Calibrate survey tool
• 2.3Set up the orientation of the survey tool and the down-hole motor
• 2.4Take the first survey reading, with regard to the standpipe length and composition and use the result to adjust the orientation of the down-hole motor
• 2.5Conduct on-going surveys at intervals in accordance with the drill plan and use the result to adjust the orientation of the down-hole motor
• 2.6Monitor and maintain the survey tool power supply and basic consumable items

3 Drill hole

• 3.1Prepare for drilling in accordance with the drill plan
• 3.2Choose drill bits appropriate to the geology
• 3.3Issue clear and timely instructions to drill team members and others involved
• 3.4Identify, select and apply rig operational controls
• 3.5Carry out the drilling
• 3.6Monitor and adjust drilling technique according to conditions
• 3.7Identify and remedy operational problems
• 3.8Reorientate the down-hole motor when branching is required to achieve required deviation of the hole
• 3.9Continually monitor hazards and risks , and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment

4 Complete documents and report

• 4.1Maintain drill log and plot drilling data
• 4.2Download survey instrument data system and upload data to site and/or work computer system
• 4.3Report data and drilling plots

5 Complete equipment maintenance and housekeeping

• 5.1Carry out shutdown procedures and secure equipment
• 5.2Ensure that the drill rods are inspected for wear and damage and that threads are dressed and greased in accordance with standard procedures or that rods are replace as required
• 5.3Monitor all drill equipment and hoses and ancillary equipment and carryout remedial action
• 5.4Monitor wear on drill bit and reamers and take appropriate action
• 5.5Ensure all drilling equipment is cleaned and maintained
• 5.6Ensure that drill fluids are appropriately contained and disposed of appropriately
• 5.7Ensure housekeeping activities are completed
• 5.8Process records

What does an assessment tool for RIINHB316D need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIINHB316D needs to address all 48 unit components: 5 elements with 32 performance criteria, 4 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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