RIIMPO303E — Conduct rope shovel operations

1 Plan and prepare for rope shovel operations

• 1.1Access, interpret and apply rope shovel documentation
• 1.2Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements before proceeding
• 1.3Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
• 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
• 1.5Select required rope shovel equipment and confirm suitability for work activities
• 1.6Position or move cable towers, power lines and/or crossovers to location according to work requirements, ensuring safety of operator and other personnel
• 1.7Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fires, accidents and emergencies
• 1.8Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity

2 Operate shovel

• 2.1Carry out prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures
• 2.2Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
• 2.3Drive and operate shovel, with correct reach angle, and ensure optimum bucket load without overload or strain on shovel
• 2.4Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms according to manufacturers’ specifications
• 2.5Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment

3 Dig and load trucks with rope shovel

• 3.1Position and set up shovel for safe, efficient digging
• 3.2Determine and maintain depth of bench, ensure optimum use of bucket capacity
• 3.3Set and monitor bucket penetration and ensure optimum bucket load and to minimise overload or strain on shovel
• 3.4Walk shovel and re-position for safe and efficient operation
• 3.5Coordinate truck positioning to ensure safe loading operation
• 3.6Load material on truck, and ensure bucket clears side of truck and is not swung over truck cabin to ensure safety
• 3.7Check material is placed in the centre of truck tray and does not exceed truck load limit in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
• 3.8Re-position shovel, and ensure safety of other operations personnel, property and equipment
• 3.9Keep floor clear and level and remove spillages
• 3.10Park shovel in safe area, on flat, level ground at end of operation
• 3.11Shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures

4 Conduct housekeeping activities

• 4.1Clear work area and dispose or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
• 4.2Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
• 4.3Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices

What does an assessment tool for RIIMPO303E need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIIMPO303E needs to address all 62 unit components: 4 elements with 27 performance criteria, 20 performance evidence requirements, 13 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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