RIIUMM303D — Conduct hand held mining

1 Plan and prepare for hand held mining

• 1.1Access, interpret and apply hand held mining documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
• 1.2Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
• 1.3Identify, address and report environmental issues, potential risks and hazards
• 1.4Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• 1.5Wash down and visually inspect work area to ensure safe access
• 1.6Ensure work area is properly ventilated and free of dust and blasting fumes before entry
• 1.7Inspect and assess site conditions and determine if scaling is required and take action
• 1.8Identify, inspect and clearly mark all exposed butts and misfires
• 1.9Ensure that butts or remnants are made safe or report the occurrence
• 1.10Select, and check for faults, equipment/tools for the activity
• 1.11Identify if breakthrough with drill-steel may occur and take appropriate action
• 1.12Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods
• 1.13Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2 Set up hand held machine

• 2.1Assemble hand held machine and connect services to machine
• 2.2Conduct equipment pre-start checks and start up procedures
• 2.3Select, locate and position machine for drilling operations according to the drilling plan

3 Carry out hand held mining operations

• 3.1Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, equipment and others
• 3.2Select appropriate drill steel and determine hole collar location
• 3.3Drill holes in accordance with drilling plan
• 3.4Continue to monitor condition of back, walls and floor
• 3.5Monitor hand held machine and air-leg for efficient operation

4 Carry out post operational procedures

• 4.1Shutdown machine and disconnect services
• 4.2Inspect machine for defects and damage
• 4.3Remove equipment, hoses or debris from the work area
• 4.4Store machine and associated equipment and plant in a designated or safe location
• 4.5Complete housekeeping requirements
• 4.6Process and maintain written and verbal recording and reporting requirements

What does an assessment tool for RIIUMM303D need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIIUMM303D needs to address all 38 unit components: 4 elements with 27 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 7 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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