RIIBLA201E — Support shotfiring operations

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What an assessment for RIIBLA201E must cover

29 assessable components: 2 elements (13 performance criteria), 2 performance evidence and 12 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 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 Plan and prepare for supporting shotfiring

1.1Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm shotfiring requirements
1.2Access, interpret and apply blasting documentation
1.3Access, interpret and apply environmental, geological, survey and weather conditions data within scope of own role according to site requirements
1.4Identify, manage and report potential hazards risks and environmental issues according to site requirements
1.5Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
1.6Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and confirm steps required to respond to emergencies
1.7Identify and test explosives and accessories to be used according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
1.8Check blast holes according to site requirements

2 Provide support at blast site

2.1Transport explosives and accessories on shot site according to job and site requirements
2.2Assist in securing and isolating blast area according to site requirements
2.3Prime, load, stem and tie in explosives according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
2.4Carry out site clean-up operations according to site requirements
2.5Complete reports and/or records according to site requirements

Performance evidence

support shotfiring operations on at least two occasions, including: checking blast holes against blast plan, handling explosives and accessories, securing and isolating blast area, priming, loading, stemming and tying explosives, carrying out site clean-up, processing reports and/or records.
locate and apply relevant documentation and procedures and confirm work activity is compliant.

Knowledge evidence

key legislation required to support shotfiring operations, including requirements relating to: storage and segregation of explosives, handling of the shot
key procedures and documentation required to support shotfiring operations, including those relating to: blast plan, site security plan, Australian standards and codes of practice relating to shotfiring operations
handling explosives and accessories
securing and isolating blast area
priming, loading, stemming and tying explosives
types, physical and technical characteristics, uses and limitations of explosives and accessories
basic techniques for applying site geological and survey data
principles and techniques for blast hole checks, including those relating to: hole depth and length, blockages, direction, presence of water
site environmental requirements and constraints, including those relating to: chemicals, airborne contaminants, including dust and fumes, noise, vibration and airblast overpressure
principles and techniques for identifying and responding to relevant hazards and emergencies
site requirements for clean-up, completing maintenance records and reporting requirements
basic techniques for communicating job activities with others.

Foundation skills

Numeracy: Calculates basic measurements, masses and dimensions
Self-management: Monitors and minimises own exposure to worksite risks and hazards during activities

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What does an assessment tool for RIIBLA201E need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIIBLA201E needs to address all 29 unit components: 2 elements with 13 performance criteria, 2 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.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for RIIBLA201E?

Auditori pulls the current release of RIIBLA201E from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

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