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RIIMEX404D Apply and monitor systems for stable miningAssessment Tools – Assessor Guide

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ContentsIntroduction......................................................................................................................................................v

Companion Volumes and Support Materials................................................................................................v

Assessor Guide...............................................................................................................................................vi

Contextualising the tools.............................................................................................................................vi

Using the Assessment materials for RPL....................................................................................................vi

Steps in the RPL process...........................................................................................................................vii

Overview of RPL process...........................................................................................................................vii

1. Planning for Assessment...........................................................................................................................viii

Set up for Practical Assessment................................................................................................................viii

Set up for Theory Assessment...................................................................................................................viii

Preparation for Assessment.......................................................................................................................viii

Meeting with the Candidate.........................................................................................................................ix

2. Conducting the Assessment....................................................................................................................... ix

Managing risk.............................................................................................................................................. ix

Gathering and recording evidence during practical assessment.................................................................ix

Gathering supporting evidence....................................................................................................................x

Workplace Health and Safety.......................................................................................................................x

3. Finalising the Assessment..........................................................................................................................xi

Summary and sign-off.................................................................................................................................xi

General Tips................................................................................................................................................xi

Suggested Methods of Assessment and marking guidance............................................................................1

RIIMEX404D – Apply and monitor systems for stable mining.....................................................................1

Assessment Summary Cover Sheet................................................................................................................4

RIIMEX404D – Apply and monitor systems for stable mining.....................................................................4

Candidate.....................................................................................................................................................4

Assessor......................................................................................................................................................4

Co-Assessor.................................................................................................................................................4

Pre-Assessment...........................................................................................................................................5

Assessment Summary.................................................................................................................................6

Re-assessment............................................................................................................................................7

2nd Re-assessment.......................................................................................................................................8

SkillsDMC Issued August 2015 Assessor Guide RIIMEX404DReview August 2016 Version 1

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Assessment Method 1 – Direct Observation and Competency Conversation.................................................9

Assessment Method 1 – Direct Observation and Competency Conversation.............................................9

Assessment Method 1 – Observation and Competency Conversation......................................................10

Assessment Method 1 – Observation and Competency Conversation......................................................11

Assessment Method 2 Theory - Questioning.............................................................................................12

Continue Assessment Method 2: Theory - Questioning............................................................................13












Assessment Method 3 Supporting Evidence - Supervisor Testimony...........................................................25

Assessment Method 3: Supporting Evidence – complete where applicable..............................................25

Assessment Method 3 – Other Supporting Evidence....................................................................................26

Assessment Method 3: Supporting Evidence – complete where applicable..............................................26

Assessment Method 4 Workplace Portfolio (Project)....................................................................................27

Assessment Method 4: Workplace Portfolio (Project)................................................................................27

Additional Section............................................................................................................................................1

The Context of Assessment.............................................................................................................................1

Additional Items............................................................................................................................................2


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IntroductionThis guide provides advice for an assessor on how to use the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Assessment Toolkit to manage the required assessment, or recognition of prior learning (RPL) process, for the relevant unit of competency. It provides general information on how to integrate the unit of competency performance criteria with the authentic workplace context to enable a candidate to be deemed competent for a particular stand-alone Unit of Competency, Skill Set or Qualification.

Companion Volumes and Support MaterialsSkillsDMC has developed a range of Companion Volumes to assist with implementation of the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. The Companion Volumes are non-endorsed components which provide implementation and assessment advice for RII Training package materials.. Development and maintenance of these Companion Volumes occurs through the SkillsDMC continuous improvement process.

Companion Volumes currently available on SkillsDMC website are:

Companion Volume Implementation Guide

provides an overview of the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package including information about mapping, regulation and licencing, implementation, pathways advice and relevant links.

Companion Volume Foundation Skills

provides information about the core skill demands of learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy in a unit of competency. It also offers advice on the development and assessment of Foundation Skills in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries and includes mapping of all Units of Competency to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).

Companion Volume Range of Conditions

contains the Range Statements for all Units of Competency. This volume has been broken up into ‘competency streams’ to simplify navigation.

The Companion Volume and Support Materials are located at www.skillsdmc.com.au


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Assessor GuideThis Guide includes:

General Assessment Advice

An Introduction to the Guide and guidance on how to contextualise the tool for an assessment or use the materials for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) purposes.

Advice on Planning for the Assessment and Conducting and Finalising the Assessment.

Assessment Information and templates for this Unit

An outline of suggested Assessment Methods with corresponding marking information Assessment Summary Tool Practical and Theory Assessment Tools Supporting Evidence Tool

This Assessor Guide provides a framework for an assessor to manage the specific competency-based assessment for this unit. It combines the operational (workplace) context with the industry standard to provide a comprehensive assessment tool to ensure the Candidate has the opportunity to be deemed competent.

The assessor is to conduct the assessment within the boundaries of the Assessor Guide so all requirements of the unit can be met.

Contextualising the toolsBefore using the tools for any type of assessment, the documents must be read over by the assessor to ensure they are suitable for the context in which they are being used.

There is an “Additional Section” at the end of both the Assessor and Candidate Guide for contextualisation. This section provides scope for supplementary or replacement questions and the customisation of specific organisational policies, procedures or similar to be identified

Assessment tools may also be combined for multiple units, where units are combined for delivery. This involves combining the same types of tool (practical with practical, theory with theory) under headings that match the plan of delivery.

Using the Assessment materials for RPLThe assessment tools can be used for assessment after training has been delivered or for RPL purposes.

RPL is a process to recognise a person’s skills and knowledge, regardless of how they have been acquired. RPL assessments can cover part or whole units of competency. All employees interested in training should be made aware of what the RPL process is, and how RPL can be applied for, according to the organisation’s site policy.


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Steps in the RPL processStep 1:

Candidate applies for RPL according to site policy

Step 2:

Initial interview and collection of documents

Step 3:

Conduct a competency conversation

Step 4:

Observe performance

Overview of RPL processThe steps in the RPL process are covered in the following diagram.


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1. Planning for AssessmentSet up for Practical Assessment Ensure date, time, place, Candidate, assessment instrument and any tools/equipment are arranged. Ensure the environment is adequate for verbal delivery of assessment. Clarify the timing of the assessment with the Area Supervisor or relevant person and any other work in

progress during this time. Determine contingency options if this access is interrupted. Gather relevant site standards and procedures from the appropriate authorised company personnel.

Set up for Theory Assessment Ensure date, time, place, Candidate, assessment instrument and any tools/equipment are arranged Ensure the environment is adequate for delivery of assessment, eg by computer, pen-and-paper or

orally Confirm the assessment questions have been drafted for easy conversion into a computer-based

questionnaire Check availability of support where English or computer literacy is an issue for the Candidate. Confirm the theory assessment has been drafted as a bank of assessment questions from which a

suitable set of sample questions can be chosen for any one assessment Check that when sample of assessment questions is chosen from the complete bank of items they

have been suitably selected (e.g. all areas of the job role have sufficient sample questions included; all sections of the assessment have representative questions included) Issues of question selection and coverage are decided according to site policy.

Ensure the assessment form is finalised for the Candidate to use (whether in computer, pen-and-paper or oral format).

Gather relevant site standards and procedures from the appropriate authorised company personnel.

Preparation for AssessmentItem Details Contingency

Date/Time

Location/Site

Equipment/tools

Other resources required

PPE required

Mode of communication

Special Requirements


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Meeting with the Candidate Introduce yourself and verify the identity of Candidate Establish that learning has occurred and confirm the Candidate is prepared for the assessment Explain what is required of Candidate. Both Candidate and assessor must confirm Candidate’s

readiness for assessment. Discuss the process of the assessment and how a mix of questions and actions will be part of the

assessment process Advise the Candidate of performance requirements for “Satisfactory” performance, according to site

policy. Discuss your organisation’s approach to skills recognition (or RPL) and the procedure to apply for it Explain how evidence needs to be collected in a variety of ways Confirm the number of attempts to be given on any particular assessment item Indicate the Candidate’s rights in the appeals process if a conflict arises Indicate the link between the assessment and the corresponding unit of competency

2. Conducting the AssessmentSkills need to be applied in the workplace in a variety of circumstances. As such, assessors must ensure that the Candidate can competently and safely undertake the task/s being assessed in different situations and conditions. Sound assessment practice involves the assessor determining that candidates are able to demonstrate the required level of performance prescribed by the unit of competency consistently, over time, and in a range of workplace conditions/settings.

The requirement for performance to be demonstrated on more than one (1) occasion is intended

to drive the use of rigorous assessment practices. Assessment decisions based on a single observation of performance are not sufficient to make a valid or reliable determination of competency.

Managing risk Define the assessment work area and equipment to be used as part of the assessment. Check any safety requirements, such as the use of PPE, have been met. Explain the methods of communication and the signal to stop the assessment. Where the Candidate is working dangerously or without necessary care or confidence, the assessor

must direct the Candidate to cease work and terminate the assessment. Immediate feedback should be given.

Gathering and recording evidence during practical assessment Do not interrupt while the Candidate is performing a task. Ask “What if …” questions where possible to assess knowledge relating to emergency and/or operating

situations Keep instructions to specific actions and position yourself so not to hinder the Candidate but still be

able to observe all actions. Ask safety related questions prior to instructing the Candidate to act, in order to clarify his/her intent. Keep quiet through action steps to allow the Candidate to concentrate.


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Examine the selection of actions, degree of completion, and timing of outcomes of actions and record these on the instrument.

Check the Candidate’s actions with “what if…” questions to capture different dimensions of competency.

Summarise the assessment progress at the end of each section/element. Ensure that all assessment criteria are met before Candidate is granted overall competency on the unit.

All questions must be answered correctly unless otherwise stated in the assessment instrument or elsewhere in site policy.

Record results in the appropriate place within this document and add notes relating to specific occurrences that identify the individual assessment against the standard work processes.

Gathering supporting evidence The supporting evidence assessment can be undertaken at any stage. The assessment component covers various aspects of a Candidate’s job performance, workplace activities and previous experience and can inform the assessor of his/her competence against the unit of competency.

Not all methods of gathering supporting evidence need to be used for each element. The assessor should gather enough evidence to support a final decision on the Candidate’s competence, taking into account whether separate practical and theory assessments have also been undertaken.

Tick () the box as ‘Satisfactory’, if enough supporting evidence has been gathered for that particular element to form the view that the Candidate has demonstrated satisfactory performance overall. Cross (X) the box where there is not enough supporting evidence to show that the Candidate has achieved satisfactory performance against that particular element.

Workplace Health and Safety Ensure all personnel have completed an area-specific induction prior to assessment commencing. Site, area and statutory safety requirements must be observed at all times during the assessment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to the task and the assessment context is to be worn

at all times


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3. Finalising the AssessmentSummary and sign-off Make a final decision about the Candidate’s competence after completing the required assessment(s),

and provide feedback to the Candidate on their performance (highlighting both positive examples and room for improvement).

If the Not Satisfactory box is ticked, the assessor must inform the Candidate’s supervisor and further training needs to be given to bring the Candidate up to a satisfactory level.

Complete the final assessment summary sheet, including signatures of those involved, and explain that the Candidate is now responsible for maintaining their competence.

The Assessor will need to explain the re-assessment policy that applies to the Candidate in relation to gaining competence in this unit.

General Tips All assessment should be customised to reflect site-specific:

risks and hazards equipment and machinery processes and procedures, including reporting and recording procedures standards and requirements

All sections of the assessment must be completed with an ink pen. Pre–assessment: To ensure that the Candidate understands the assessment process the assessor

must explain the assessment and any appeal processes to the Candidate. Both are to sign the Pre-assessment form prior to commencing the assessment.

Performance will often need to be demonstrated over a period of time and/or in different locations. More than one assessment of a block of tasks may be necessary. The relevant part of a blank assessment tool can be copied for re-use, then dated and attached to the original once it is completed.

Where appropriate, performance should be assessed across different conditions e.g. wet and dry weather; day and night; different equipment attachments; different materials, etc.

The assessment tool is structured to allow for suitable breaks where needed between blocks of tasks. Outcomes from theory and other supporting evidence assessments should be reflected in the final

assessment summary. On final completion of the overall assessment the “Assessment Summary” sheet must be completed by

both the Candidate and Assessor. Communicate to the Candidate any feedback comments.


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Assessment Tools for:

RIIMEX402D Apply and monitor systems for stable mining

Candidate Name:

Suggested Methods of Assessment and marking guidanceRIIMEX404D – Apply and monitor systems for stable miningThe following information outlines the assessment items Candidates will be required to complete during each unit. For each separate assessment method there are acceptable responses recorded and parameters are set in which the assessment context is defined.

Note that some methods require the collection of a number of pieces of ‘evidence’ over a period of time. Other methods, such as the theory assessment, will take a more definitive amount of time.

Assessment Method 1Nature of task: Direct Observation and Competency Conversation

Location for assessment: Candidate Workplace

Supervision: Trainer/ Assessor

Commence Date: Complete Date:

Information:

1. Skills need to be applied in the workplace in a variety of circumstances. As such, assessors must ensure that the Candidate can competently and safely undertake the task/s being assessed in different situations and conditions, to industry standards. Sound assessment practice involves the assessor determining that the Candidate is able to demonstrate the required level of performance prescribed by the unit of competency consistently, over time, and in a range of workplace conditions or settings.

2. Assessors will evaluate the skills demonstrated by Candidates as specified in the Observation Checklist, (contained in this Assessor Guide).The Assessor will also conduct a competency conversation to determine and record Candidate competence. These questions guide your conversation with the Candidate and assist in your assessment of their competence. The notes you take about this conversation are important evidence for assessment.

3. The Assessor will provide feedback to Candidate and record results appropriately.4. The Candidate will need to ascertain appropriate times and dates with Supervisors/ Managers and plan

for the assessment.5. Explain the elements of the observation (contained in this Assessor Guide) at the pre-assessment and

how the Candidate will be required to demonstrate competence at the observation.

Assessment Method 2Nature of task: Theory / Questioning

Location for assessment: Workplace / Own time

Supervision: Trainer/ Assessor


Information:

1. The questions pertaining to this assessment are included in the Candidate Guide.2. The questions and candidate answers are to be submitted to the Assessor as evidence of competency.3. Candidates are required to complete these questions in their own time and to hand back to the

Assessor at the time of final summative assessment.4. The Assessor should provide feedback to the Candidate and record results appropriately on the

Marking Sheet provided (found within this Assessor Guide).

Assessment Method 3Nature of task: Supporting Evidence – Third Party (Supervisor Report)

Location for assessment: Workplace

Supervision: Supervisor


Information:

1. The Third Party/ Supervisor Report is included at the back of the Candidate Guide.2. Once completed by the workplace Supervisor, this report is to be extracted from the Candidate Guide

and submitted to the Assessor as evidence of competency.3. Students are required to have their Supervisor complete this report in the workplace and to hand back

to the Assessor at the time of final summative assessment.4. The Assessor should provide feedback to the Candidate and record results appropriately on the

Marking Sheet provided (found within the Assessor Guide).

SkillsDMC Issued July 2015 Assessor GuideRIIMEX404DReview July 2016 Version 1

Candidate Initial:____________

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Assessment Method 4Nature of task: Workplace Portfolio (Project)

Location for assessment: Workplace / Own time

Supervision: Trainer/Assessor


Information:

1. Instructions pertaining to the workplace portfolio (Project) are included at the back of the Candidate Guide.

2. The pages reflecting the workplace portfolio (Project) results are to be extracted and to be submitted to the Assessor as evidence of competency.

3. Candidates are required to complete this project in their own time and to hand back to the Assessor at the time of final summative assessment.

4. The Assessor should provide feedback to the Candidate and record results appropriately on the Marking Sheet provided (found within the Assessor Guide).



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Assessment Summary Cover SheetRIIMEX404D – Apply and monitor systems for stable mining

Candidate AssessorCandidate name:

(Print)

Candidate comments:

Assessor name:

(Print)

Assessor comments:

Co-AssessorCo-Assessor Assessor name:

(Print)

Co-Assessor comments:

Candidate information

Any documentation provided as evidence must be prepared by you to a satisfactory standard and be in accordance with workplace/site policy and procedures, and industry standards.

If collecting material for an assessment portfolio, please ensure that the confidentiality of colleagues, workers and other persons is protected, and block out any sensitive information.

If you have any doubts regarding confidentiality and privacy issues, contact the organisation concerned.

(Signature)

(Date)

(Signature)

(Date)

Candidate Declaration: I declare that all work submitted for assessment has been completed by me, that all work has been attributed in the references provided for each item and that the intellectual property of authors is acknowledged.

Where work has been completed as part of a group activity, the work of each individual has been recognised.



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Pre-AssessmentAssessment process explained to the Candidate ( if Yes).

Any appeal relating to the outcome of the assessment or the way in which the assessment was conducted shall be made through the company’s fair treatment policy as explained to the Candidate ( if Yes).

Candidate name:

(Print)

Candidate comments:

Assessor name:

(Print)

Assessor comments:

I fully understand the assessment and appeals process.

Assessment and appeals process has been explained to the Candidate.

(Signature)

(Date)

(Signature)

(Date)



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Assessment SummaryCandidate Name

Date Submitted:

Unit Name & Code RIIMEX404D – Apply and monitor systems for stable mining

Assessment Methods

Tick the box when an assessment method is completed

Overall Outcome ()

Satisfactory Not Satisfactory

1.1 Direct Observation and Competency Conversation

1.2 Theory Assessment – Questioning

1.3Supporting EvidenceNote: this report supports the assessment by the Assessor.

1.4 Workplace Portfolio (Project)

1st Assessment Overall Result for Unit of CompetencyCompetent Not Yet Competent

Re-submission/

re-sit

Yes

What is required?

(Date)

Assessor

(name)

(Signature)

(Date)

Candidate

I have been provided with feedback on my performance for each assessment activity or task. I agree with the outcomes of my assessment for this unit of competency.

(Signature)

(Date)



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Re-assessment

Re-assessment Overall Result for Unit of CompetencyCompetent Not Yet Competent

Assessor

(name)

(Signature)

(Date)

Candidate


(Signature)

(Date)

Assessment Methods


Date:

Overall Outcome ()



1.2 Theory Assessment Questions

1.3 Supporting EvidenceNote: this report supports the assessment by the Assessor.

1.4 Workplace Assignment (Project)



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2nd Re-assessment2nd Re-assessment Overall Result for Unit of Competency

Competent Not Yet Competent

Assessor

(name)

(Signature)

(Date)

Candidate


(Signature)

(Date)

Assessment Methods


Date:

Overall Outcome ()



1.2 Theory Assessment Questions

1.3 Supporting EvidenceNote: this report supports the assessment by the Assessor.

1.4 Workplace Assignment (Project)



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Assessment Method 1 – Direct Observation and Competency Conversation

Assessment Method 1 – Direct Observation and Competency Conversation

Candidate Name:

Assessor Name:

Workplace location:

Site detailsNOTE: This unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment.

During the assessment, the Candidate must ‘demonstrate knowledge’ of applying and monitoring systems for stable mining, that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes.

You will need to have a competency conversation to assess if the Candidate has the required knowledge for this unit.

Competency Conversation

Ask where and how the organisational policy and procedures are used for the following:

work, health and safety mining structures including: mine plans, ventilation, gas

monitoring, strata support and safety management plans

applying risk management processes identifying and managing environmental issues, risks

and implementing control measures identifying and applying emergency response and

evacuation planning processes and techniques assessing plant and equipment capabilities and

application implementing plant, equipment and tools maintenance

requirements and procedures applying training and assessment principles

Assessment ComponentSatisfactory

()

RIIMEX404DKnowledge Evidence

Yes No

Candidate Feedback:

Competency conversation comments:

Candidate Signature: Date:



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Assessor Signature: Date:

Assessment Method 1 – Observation and Competency Conversation

Candidate Name:

Assessor Name:

Workplace location:

Site detailsNOTE: This unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment.

During the assessment, the Candidate demonstrates completion of the ability to apply and monitor systems for stable mining structures including ability to locate the organisational policy and procedures used for the following: mine plans, ventilation, gas monitoring, strata support and safety management plans; that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion includingAbility to:

locate and apply relevant legislation, documentation,

Assessment Component Satisfactory ()



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policies and procedures implement the requirements, procedures and

techniques for the safe, effective and efficient applying and monitoring of systems for stable mining including:

analysing hazards and risks, and implementing control measures

accessing and analysing archival and historical mine management information related to the mine and failure mode of mine structures

interpreting and applying design criteria for mine management

conducting and reporting on audits identifying and evaluating geological and

geotechnical information

work effectively with others to undertake and complete the applying and monitoring of systems for stable mining that meets all of the required outcomes including:

complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

providing leadership and direction to the team by communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

communicating clearly and concisely with others to resolve coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities

identifying the training needs of others and preparing training plans

RIIMEX404DPerformance Evidence

Yes

No

Assessment Method 1 – Observation and Competency Conversation

demonstrate completion of applying and monitoring systems for stable mining that safely, effectively and




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efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

assessing and assigning appropriate plant and equipment

developing and administering work plans monitoring installation of ground support systems,

and making required adjustments for variances and non-achievement of outcomes

assessing outcomes to make reasoned recommendations and writing reports

preparing training plans

RIIMEX404DPerformance Evidence

Yes

No

Candidate Feedback:

Observation comments:





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Assessment Method 2 Theory - QuestioningCandidate Name:

Assessor Name:

During the assessment, did the Candidate adequately answer the following questions:

Q1. Which of the following would most significantly impact on expected support systems in a mine?

A. Government guidelinesB. WHS rules and regulationsC. Geological hazard planD. Geotechnical data

A1. Answer: C


RIIMEX404D1.1, 1.3.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence Yes

No

Q3. Which of the following would determine the depth of bolting required for roof support?

A. Government guidelinesB. WHS rules and regulationsC. Geological hazard planD. Geotechnical data

A2. Answer: D

RIIMEX404D1.1, 1.2, 1.3.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence

Yes

No

Q4. The geological hazard plan is based on technical data only.

TrueFalse

A3. Answer: False

RIIMEX404D1.1, 1.2, 1.3.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence Yes

No

Q5. Decisions on strata control within the mine will be best determined by:

A. Geotechnical engineerB. GeologistC. Shift foremanD. Jumbo drill operator

A4. Answer: A

RIIMEX404D1.2, 1.6.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence

Yes

No



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Continue Assessment Method 2: Theory - QuestioningCandidate Name:

Assessor Name:

During the assessment, did the Candidate adequately answer:


Q6. A TARP for reviews of strata control would be:

A. discontinuities of rock massB. adverse rock stressesC. intersecting fault linesD. all of the above

A5. Answer: D


Yes

No

Q7. Which three of the five items below are most likely to be taken into account in mine design?

A. Types of machinery within the mineB. Method of extractionC. Ventilation requirementsD. Weather conditionsE. Location of mine entrance

A6. A / B / C

RIIMEX404D1.2, 1.3, 1.7.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence

Yes

No

Q8. Which of the following is effective in deciding geological characteristics and appropriate strata control?

A. Advice from interstate minersB. Local knowledge and historical records of mine

failureC. Local experience of farmersD. Advice from recently trained and qualified local crew

A7. Answer: B

RIIMEX404D1.3, 1.6, 1.7.Performance Evidence

Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q9. Which of the following would be used to determine the geotechnical features of a new mine?

A. Engineering geologyB. Mining seismologyC. Rock mechanicsD. All of the above

A8. Answer: D

RIIMEX404D1.3, 1.7.Performance Evidence

Yes

No

Q10. Training for mine personnel in non-entry level mining would involve recognition of stresses and potential collapses in _____________ and _____________.

A. pillars, wallsB. walls, backsC. stopes, abutments

A9. Answer: A

RIIMEX404D1.8.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence

Yes

No

Q11. WHS training for use of an EWP should mention travelling in an EWP is both dangerous and against standard operating procedures because:

A. entering and exiting an EWP is highly dangerousB. alighting and walking with the EWP is both quicker

and more efficientC. as it moves, ruts and bumps may adversely elevate

or tilt the EWPD. there are no seat belts in an EWP

A10. Answer: C


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q12. Effective risk control in front of unsupported faces would suggest measuring is conducted:

A. by using vehicle mounted lasersB. by using a tape measures onlyC. very quickly by running in and out to the faceD. very carefully by slowly moving about the face to

avoid strata disturbance

A11. Answer: A

RIIMEX404D1.3.Knowledge Evidence

Yes

No

Q13. In developing rules and procedures in a new mine around ground support in an operating heading which of the following would be a most suitable rule?

A. Ground support should be placed after four rounds of the advancing face

B. Ground support should be applied within two rounds of the advancing face

C. Ground support should be provided within 50 metres of the advancing face

D. Ground support need only be placed in the stope only

A12. Answer: B


Yes

No

Q14. Which of the following are symptoms of failing strata control that should be mentioned in a pre-shift briefing?

A. missing platesB. spalled shotcreteC. failed roofing boltsD. all of the above

A13. Answer: D


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q15. Which of the following might be most useful in developing a TARP when mining in unstable conditions?

A. spray paintB. string lineC. extensometerD. gps

A14. Answer: C


Yes

No

Q16. When choosing suitable PPE it is important to meet Australian Standards. Which of the following symbol represents that standard?

A. ASB. S/AC. FAQD. A green kangaroo with yellow border

A15. Answer: A


Yes

No

Q17. Notification of an emergency varies from site to site. Which of the following would be effective forms of notification on this site? (Refer to site specifics)

A. Trigger pointsB. PAC. Two way radioD. All of the above

A16. Answer: (Refer to site specifics)


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q18. When choosing a route in response to an emergency call what should responders first consider?

A. A route that has sealed roadsB. A route that is open to cross windsC. A route that allows for escapeD. A route that considers the quickest way to get there

A17. Answer: C


Yes

No

Q19. To rectify gloving during roof bolting operations, the correct _______ and ________ needs to be applied.

A. length and glueB. diameter and tensionC. diameter and drill sequenceD. thread and glue

A18. Answer: B

RIIMEX404D2.1.Performance Evidence

Yes

No

Q20. You note in the mine that a laminated stratum was replaced with a thick sandstone channel of CMRR of at least 70. This requires:

A. a change in production proceduresB. a review of strata control most likely increasing the

frequency of roof boltingC. a review of strata controlD. no change to strata control as there is plenty of

support in the channel

A19. Answer: C


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q21. Secondary support systems are best applied in widened sections such as installation roads.

TrueFalse

A20. Answer: True


Yes

No

Q22. How would the length of longer bolts used in ground support be best calculated?

A. Drill operator ‘feel’B. Measurement from extensometerC. Depth of gutteringD. Measurements from sonic velocity logs

A21. Answer: D


Yes

No

Q23. A CMRR is estimated at 60. This is most likely to change when:

A. there is a consistently thick roof bedB. there is a consistent flow of fault linesC. there is a change in geological unitsD. there is evidence of ground water

A22. Answer: C


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q24. Order these events related to using a drill jumbo.

A. DrillingB. Check unsupported rock facesC. Shut downD. Start-upE. Check unsupported rock facesF. Drilling

A23. Answer: D / A / B / F / E / C


Yes

No

Q25. Which are the 3 most hazardous activities from all the practices listed below?

A. Beginning roof bolting from supported areas and moving towards the face

B. Manually scaling unsupported mine facesC. Entry method stopingD. Beginning roof bolting from the face and moving

backwardsE. Inspecting backs, walls and faces that have been

washed down

A24. Answer: B / C / D


Yes

No

Q26. Which of the following classifications should be applied when considering roof support?

A. QB. RMRC. CMRRD. all of the above

A25. Answer: D


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q27. A major cause of delamination and deterioration of a mine roof is _____________ and _____________.

A. bed thickness, goaf drainageB. excavation span, material thicknessC. excavation span, ventilation rates

A26. Answer: B.


Yes

No

Q28. During routine mining operations reports come to the surface from miners hearing cracks and bangs coming from the ribs. What should happen?

A. The mining sequence should be abandonedB. The mining sequence would seem to be flawed and

requires reviewC. The mining sequence should be paused and

reviewedD. The mining sequence should be followed as all

contingencies will have been considered

A27. Answer: C


Yes

No

Q29. The act of mining pillars _____________ the stress levels above the pre-mining (virgin) stresses and _____________ the stiffness of the coal seam within the pillars.

A. reduces, increasesB. reduces, reducesC. increases, reducesD. increases, increases

A28. Answer: C


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q30. Mesh should be used when there is a risk of minor rock falls.

TrueFalse

A29. Answer: True

RIIMEX404D2.7.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence Yes

No

Q31. Training for strata control would involve knowledge of:

A. working in proximity to drilling equipmentB. safe scaling down techniquesC. appropriate PPED. all of the above

A30. Answer: D


Yes

No

Q32. The cutaway below is an example of:

A. 3-D in-situ measurementB. 3-D rock stress measurement after overscoringC. 2-D in-situ measurementD. 2-D rock stress measurements

A31. Answer: B


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q33. Which 3 items below would be included as part of evacuation plans?

A. Location of cribsB. Mine fan SOPC. Direction of ventilationD. Location of safety equipmentE. Continuous miner SOP

A32. Answer: A / C / D


Yes

No

Q34. After being suspended for a few hours in the jaws of hydraulic ‘grippers’ of a track mounted drill rig, a drill string falls. There was no sound or external leaks. The likely problem is:

A. a small slow hydraulic leak in a valve or lineB. a massive failure through burst hydraulic lineC. the wrong equipment being usedD. shrinkage in the drill string

A33. Answer: A


Yes

No

Q35. After the above incident with the drill rig an appropriate response would be:

A. continue operation but do not store a drill string in the grippers for long periods

B. a near miss report should be completedC. remove the drill rig from the mineD. diagnostic disassembly to be undertaken by the

operator

A34. Answer: B


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q36. Effective audits of primary strata support should be conducted with both the engineer and the strata support supplier.

TrueFalse

A35. Answer: True

RIIMEX404D2.9.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence Yes

No

Q37. Of the five options below, which 3 records may be involved in maintenance tasks on mining equipment?

A. HAZCHEMB. Managers rules for strata controlC. Log booksD. Maintenance requestsE. Shift reports

A36. Answer: C / D / E


Yes

No

Q38. Preparing a twin boom drill jumbo for servicing would also include:

A. leaving the system ready for operation so it can be observed by the mechanic

B. removing the boomsC. extending both booms to the one side so

mechanisms can be more easily accessedD. balancing the booms and de-energising the systems

A37. Answer: D


Yes

No



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Assessor Name:



Q39. Maintenance schedules and reviews on strata control are mandated in government rules and regulations.

TrueFalse

A38. Answer: True

RIIMEX404D3.1, 3.3.Knowledge Evidence Performance Evidence Yes

No

Feedback to Candidate:

Questioning comments:





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Assessment Method 3 Supporting Evidence - Supervisor Testimony

Assessment Method 3: Supporting Evidence – complete where applicable

Candidate Name:

Assessor Name:

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations

Supervisor Testimony

Details:

Supervisor verification of Candidate performance


RIIMEX404DFoundation SkillsPerformance KnowledgeAnd / orPerformance Evidence

Yes

No






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Assessment Method 3 – Other Supporting Evidence

Assessment Method 3: Supporting Evidence – complete where applicable

Candidate Name:

Assessor Name:

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations

During the assessment, the Candidate provided: Assessment Component

Map to relevant assessment component

Satisfactory ()

Other 3rd party reportDetails:

Other 3rd party verification of Candidate performance

Yes

No

Induction / Employer Training Program(s)Details:

Candidate has participated in Employer Induction / training program(s)

Yes

No

Relevant licence / certificate / permitDetails:

Relevant licences/certificates sighted and endorsed

Yes

No

Work log book / Equipment use logDetails:

Log book sighted and endorsed

Yes

No

Training record bookDetails:

Training record sighted and endorsed

Yes

No






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Assessment Method 4 Workplace Portfolio (Project)

Assessment Method 4: Workplace Portfolio (Project)Candidate Name:

Assessor Name:

During the assessment, did the candidate satisfactorily demonstrate the following

Part A. Ask the candidate to create a workplace portfolio of documentation relevant to applying and monitoring systems for stable mining.

Examples of relevant documents could include but are not limited to:Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) such as safe working procedures and standard working procedures.

Compliance documentation may include: legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures; manufacturers’ guidelines and specifications; Australian standards; codes of practice; Employment and Workplace Relations legislation; Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation.

Policies and procedures: site emergency, environmental plans, emergency response and evacuation plan.

Workplace or site documents could include but are not limited to: training plan; work activity plan; design plan, site maps; inspection, repair and maintenance plans; audit requirements.

Part B. Ask the candidate to provide a workplace log book documenting their experience applying and monitoring systems for stable mining. You may also include video and photographic evidence where you consider it appropriate.


RIIMEX404D1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.7, 1.8, 2.1, 2.3, 2.9, 3.1, 3.2.

Yes

No


Workplace project comments:




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Additional SectionThis section provides scope for you to add supplementary assessment items. It can be used to customise additional assessment methods and/or contextualised questions.

The Context of AssessmentThe RTO/Compliance Manager should take time to consult with the candidate’s site to determine the information that will complete the list below. Each of the assessment methods in this Guide should then be conducted using this list as a reference. This will help to ensure that the assessment process is consistent with the organisation’s/site’s work context.

Where assessment is being conducted in a simulated environment, the RTO should complete this page based on the documentation, policies, procedures and equipment that are used in the simulated environment. Further information about appropriate simulated assessment environments can be found in the SkillsDMC Companion Volume: Implementation Guide, available from www.skillsdmc.com.au.

The Assessor using this document should take time to familiarise themselves with the items in the list below. Where this is not possible, the Assessor should consider working with an Industry Subject Matter Expert from the organisation/site who is already familiar and experienced with the items listed.

Specific company policies that must be assessed against:

Specific company procedures (including work procedures) that must be assessed against:

Specific legislative/regulatory/statutory documentation that must be adhered to during the assessment:



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Additional ItemsCandidate Name:

Assessor Name:

Evidence

Satisfactory ()

Yes No


Workplace project comments:





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