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Curriculum Code Curriculum Title

711101002 Mining Operator: (Drill Rig Operator Underground Coal)

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Development Quality Partner

Mining Qualifications Authority

[email protected] 011 547 2600

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Table of content

SECTION 1: CURRICULUM SUMMARY..........................................................................................

1. Occupational Information..............................................................................................................

1.1 Associated Occupation...........................................................................................................

1.2 Occupation or Specialisation Addressed by this Curriculum.............................................

1.3 Alternative Titles used by Industry.........................................................................................

2. Curriculum Information..................................................................................................................

2.1 Curriculum Structure................................................................................................................

2.2 Entry Requirements.................................................................................................................

3. Assessment Quality Partner Information....................................................................................

4. Part Qualification Curriculum Structure......................................................................................

SECTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE........................................................................................

1. Occupational Purpose...................................................................................................................

2. Occupational Tasks.......................................................................................................................

3. Occupational Task Details............................................................................................................

3.1. Complying with standard operating procedures required of equipment operators. (NQF Level 2)............................................................................................................................................

3.2. Operate drilling equipment to drill shot and service holes in a coal mine (NQF Level 2)..........................................................................................................................................................

SECTION 3: CURRICULUM COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS....................................................

SECTION 3A: KNOWLEDGE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................

List of Knowledge Modules for which Specifications are included..................................................

1. 711101002-KM-01, Standard operating Procedures for Mining Operators, NQF Level 2, Credits 13........................................................................................................................................

1.1 Purpose of the Knowledge Modules.............................................................................................

1.2 Guidelines for Topics......................................................................................................................

1.3 Provider Programme Accreditation Criteria.................................................................................

1.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................

2. 711101002-KM-02, Drilling in underground Coal Mines, NQF Level 2, Credits 6.............

2.1 Purpose of the Knowledge Modules.............................................................................................

2.2 Guidelines for Topics......................................................................................................................


2.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................


SECTION 3B: PRACTICAL SKILL MODULE SPECIFICATIONS...............................................

List of Practical Skill Module Specifications.......................................................................................

1. 711101002-PM-01, Complete Start of shift Procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2.............

1.1 Purpose of the Practical Skill Modules.........................................................................................

1.2 Guidelines for Practical Skills........................................................................................................


1.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................

2. 711101002-PM-02, Participate in conducting inspections and examinations of the environment , NQF Level 2, Credits 9.........................................................................................




2.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................

3. 711101002-PM-03, Conduct pre-use inspections of the equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 4..........................................................................................................................................................




3.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................

4. 711101002-PM-04, Complete end of shift procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2...............




4.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................

5. 711101002-PM-05, Prepare the work area for drilling, NQF Level 2, Credits 4................




5.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................

6. 711101002-PM-06, Drill a coal face using mobile drilling equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 10......................................................................................................................................................




6.4 Exemptions......................................................................................................................................


SECTION 3C: WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS..........................................

List of Work Experience Module Specifications.................................................................................

1. 711101002-WM-01, Exposure to the safe operating practices and procedures applicable to machine operators, NQF Level 2, Credits 4................................................................................

1.2 Guidelines for Work Experiences..................................................................................................

1.3 Contextualised Workplace Knowledge.........................................................................................

1.4 Criteria for Workplace Approval....................................................................................................

1.5 Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally....................................................................

2. 711101002-WM-02, Exposure to the mobile drilling operations on the mine, NQF Level 2, Credits 16........................................................................................................................................

2.2 Guidelines for Work Experiences..................................................................................................

2.3 Contextualised Workplace Knowledge.........................................................................................

2.4 Criteria for Workplace Approval....................................................................................................

2.5 Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally....................................................................

SECTION 4: STATEMENT OF WORK EXPERIENCE....................................................................


SECTION 1: CURRICULUM SUMMARY

1. Occupational Information

1.1 Associated Occupation

711101: Mining Operator

1.2 Occupation or Specialisation Addressed by this Curriculum

711101002: Mining Operator: (Drill Rig Operator Underground Coal)

1.3 Alternative Titles used by Industry

Rock Drill Operator

2. Curriculum Information

2.1 Curriculum Structure

This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules:

Knowledge Modules:

711101002-KM-01, Standard operating Procedures for Mining Operators, NQF Level 2, Credits 13

711101002-KM-02, Drilling in underground Coal Mines, NQF Level 2, Credits 6

Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 19

Practical Skill Modules:

711101002-PM-01, Complete Start of shift Procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2

711101002-PM-02, Participate in conducting inspections and examinations of the environment , NQF Level 2, Credits 9

711101002-PM-03, Conduct pre-use inspections of the equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 4

711101002-PM-04, Complete end of shift procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2

711101002-PM-05, Prepare the work area for drilling, NQF Level 2, Credits 4

711101002-PM-06, Drill a coal face using mobile drilling equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 10

Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 31

This qualification also requires the following Work Experience Modules:

711101002-WM-01, Exposure to the safe operating practices and procedures applicable to machine operators, NQF Level 2, Credits 4

711101002-WM-02, Exposure to the mobile drilling operations on the mine, NQF Level 2, Credits 16

Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 20

2.2 Entry Requirements

There are no educational entry requirements. Learners must meet all the physical and health requirements to work in an underground coal mine and to obtain the mine specific operating license.


3. Assessment Quality Partner Information

Name of body: Mining Qualifications Authority

Address of body: 7 Anerley Road Parktown 2193

Contact person name: Jeannette de Leeuw

Contact person work telephone number: 011 547 2600

4. Part Qualification Curriculum Structure


SECTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE

1. Occupational Purpose

Mining Operators operate Drill Rigs in Underground Coal mines to drill blasting and services holes.

2. Occupational Tasks

Complying with standard operating procedures required of equipment operators. (NQF Level 2)

Operate drilling equipment to drill shot and service holes in a coal mine (NQF Level 2)

3. Occupational Task Details

3.1. Complying with standard operating procedures required of equipment operators. (NQF Level 2)

Unique Product or Service:

Safe work environment and equipment

Occupational Responsibilities:

Complete Start of shift Procedures

Participate in conducting inspections and examinations of the environment

Conduct pre-use inspections of the equipment

Complete end of shift procedures

Conduct workplace examinations

Occupational Contexts:

Exposure to the safe operating practices and procedures applicable to machine operators

3.2. Operate drilling equipment to drill shot and service holes in a coal mine (NQF Level 2)

Unique Product or Service:

Quality drilled holes

Occupational Responsibilities:

Prepare the work area for drilling

Drill a coal face using mobile drilling equipment

Occupational Contexts:


SECTION 3: CURRICULUM COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 3A: KNOWLEDGE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

List of Knowledge Modules for which Specifications are included

711101002-KM-01, Standard operating Procedures for Mining Operators, NQF Level 2, Credits 13

711101002-KM-02, Drilling in underground Coal Mines, NQF Level 2, Credits 6


1. 711101002-KM-01, Standard operating Procedures for Mining Operators, NQF Level 2, Credits 13

1.1 Purpose of the Knowledge Modules

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of the key occupational health and safety concepts, principles and theories that an operator of mining equipment require to become an effective machine operator.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

KM-01-KT01: Mining sequences for coal winning operations (Basic) (10%)

KM-01-KT02: Principles of strata control (Intermediate) (10%)

KM-01-KT03: Features indicating unsafe strata (Intermediate) (20%)

KM-01-KT04: Characteristics of basic mine gases (Basic) (10%)

KM-01-KT05: Principles for identifying hazards related to misfires and sockets (Basic) (10%)

KM-01-KT06: Importance of effective communication to enhance safety and productivity (Intermediate) (20%)

KM-01-KT07: Purpose and process of conducting pre-use checks on equipment (Intermediate) (20%)

1.2 Guidelines for Topics

1.2.1. KM-01-KT01: Mining sequences for coal winning operations (Basic) (10%)

Topic elements to be covered include:

KT0101 Describe the various operations associated with the coal winning: a. installing support; b. coal cutting operations; c. Drilling operations; d. Coal breaking operations; e. Coal Loading operations; f. Coal hauling operations (NQF Level: 2)

KT0102 Explain the typical activities for working in an underground coal mine giving motivation why these activities must be executed: a. Obtain safety equipment from the lamp room (testing and signing for equipment); b. Pre-shift reporting; c. Traveling to working places; d. Waiting place procedures e. Initial examination; f. Pre start inspections (NQF Level: 2)

KT0103 Describe the generic responsibilities of underground production machine operators: a Checking the appropriateness of the underground environment relevant to the working area (ventilation, strata conditions, gas testing, dust suppression); b. Up and down stream communication and clarifying the work instructions; c. Ensuring the availability of consumables; d. Operating of the equipment according to standard. (NQF Level: 2)

KT0104 Indicate the importance of operating according to the planned targets: a. Describe the overall production requirements; b. Need for safe operations to achieve the safety targets; c. Consequences of not achieving the required targets. (NQF Level: 2)

KT0105 Give examples of the application of the relevant Mine Health and Safety Act requirements applicable to operating mining equipment in underground Coal Mines: a. Overall purpose and objectives of the act; b. Rights and Responsibilities of the employees and the employer; c. Rights and powers of the Health and safety representative; d. Consequences for non-compliance with the relevant regulatory requirements. (NQF Level: 3)

Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight

IAC0101 Without reference to learning material describe the mining sequence of operations for the winning of coal;


IAC0102 Explain without reference to learning material: Lamp room procedures, waiting place procedures, initial examination, mid-shift and end of shift procedures, men and material transport procedures;

IAC0103 Without reference to learning material describe all the procedures regarding the inspection of the work environment before, during and after completion of the work;

IAC0104 Given a range of work environments and conditions learners will be able to describe the safe operation of the equipment in order to achieve the required efficiency standards;

IAC0105 Without reference to learning material describe all the legal authorisation (licensing) requirements and duties of the equipment operator.

(Weight 10%)

1.2.2. KM-01-KT02: Principles of strata control (Intermediate) (10%)


KT0201 Overview of the Geology relevant to coal mining: a. How coal was formed; b. Characteristics of different Coal Seams; c. Reasons for exploration boreholes and borehole logging. (NQF Level: 2)

KT0202 Describe the typical geological anomalies found in underground coal mines and indicate the consequences of these anomalies and how to control them: a. Slips; b. Faults; c Dykes; d. Sills; e. Brows. (NQF Level: 2)

KT0203 Indicate how the Presence of water and gases in strata layering impact on the creation of the anomalies: a. Risks associated with the presence of water and gas pressure in the strata layering; b. How to recognise the presence of water and gas pressure; c. Actions to be taken to control and monitor the impact of gas and water pressure. (NQF Level: 2)

KT0204 Explain the overall support requirements for the control of strata conditions in coal mines: a. Primary support (pillars and mining parameters); b. Secondary support (Temporary support, permanent support, special support) (NQF Level: 2)

KT0205 Explain the consequences of intersecting various geological discontinuities and not taking the required precautions (NQF Level: 2)


IAC0201 Given descriptions/ pictures of a working area learners will be able to identify all the geological anomalities and explain how they should be controlled;

IAC0202 Describe the primary, secondary support and mining parameters required to manage the given strata conditions

(Weight 10%)

1.2.3. KM-01-KT03: Features indicating unsafe strata (Intermediate) (20%)


KT0301 Describe the conditions that will indicate changes in strata stability: a. Scaling; b. Guttering; c. existence of tension cracks; d. Burnt coal; e. Appearance of water or increase in water or gases; f. Floor heave; g. Slabbing h. Indications of support failure (NQF Level: 2)

KT0302 Explain the required controls when the various indicators are noticed/identified (NQF Level: 2)



IAC0301 Given various geological anomalies learners will be able to describe the features that indicate the anomalies, explain the potential consequences of these anomalies and describe what the equipment operator must do when these anomalies are encountered in the workplace.

(Weight 20%)

1.2.4. KM-01-KT04: Characteristics of basic mine gases (Basic) (10%)


KT0401 Identify the four main gases found in underground coal mines: a. O2; b. CH4; c. CO; d. CO2 (NQF Level: 2)

KT0402 Explain the consequences of the presence of any one of the four gasses (NQF Level: 2)

KT0403 Explain the methods of detecting the presence of the four gases (NQF Level: 1) )

KT0404 Describe what must be done to prevent and control the presence of gases in working places (NQF Level: 2)

KT0405 Identify the typical situations and environments where gas could be present (NQF Level: 2)


IAC0401 Without reference to learning material name the four main gases and their sources in an underground coal mine and explain how to test for these gases indicating the actions to be taken when these gases are encountered.

(Weight 10%)

1.2.5. KM-01-KT05: Principles for identifying hazards related to misfires and sockets (Basic) (10%)


KT0501 Explain what is meant by misfires and indicate the potential dangers associated with misfires (NQF Level: 2)

KT0502 Describe what precautions must be taken when a potential misfire is detected/identified: a. Barricade the area; b. report to the supervisor (NQF Level: 2)

KT0503 Explain what a socket is and what the potential dangers are relating to sockets (NQF Level: 2)

KT0504 Describe what precautions must be taken when sockets are detected/identified. (NQF Level: 2)


IAC0501 Given pictures of a work environment where misfires and sockets are present learners will be able to identify all the misfires and sockets and describe what the operator must do when these are encountered in the workplace.

(Weight 10%)

1.2.6. KM-01-KT06: Importance of effective communication to enhance safety and productivity (Intermediate) (20%)


KT0601 Explain what is meant by effective communication and identify the barriers that could prevent communication from being effective (NQF Level: 3)


KT0602 Describe various practical steps that can be taken to improve the effectiveness of communication (NQF Level: 2)

KT0603 Explain the basic steps to ensure effective communication using telephones (NQF Level: 1)

KT0604 Describe the different applications of communication; a. Instructions; b. Feedback; c. Reporting; d. Problem Solving; e. Use of meetings to communicate; f. Use of notice boards and written communication (NQF Level: 2)


IAC0601 Given descriptions of various underground situations where communication is required learners will be able to identify the barriers to poor communication in each of the situations, explain what can be done to improve the communication indicating the potential consequences of inefficient communication and give examples of how the operator can improve the communication situation.

(Weight 20%)

1.2.7. KM-01-KT07: Purpose and process of conducting pre-use checks on equipment (Intermediate) (20%)


KT0701 Explain the purpose of pre-use checklists (NQF Level: 1)

KT0702 Describe the processes to be followed when executing a pre-use inspection on equipment (NQF Level: 1)

KT0703 Explain how the information gathered from pre-use inspections are used to improve safety and productivity (NQF Level: 1)

KT0704 Describe the actions to be taken when deviations are detected during pre-use inspections (NQF Level: 1)

KT0705 Explain the meaning of the various classifications of hazards on pre-use inspections (NQF Level: 1)


IAC0701 Given various completed pre-use checklists and pictures of the actual equipment learners will be able to indicate if the checklists have been correctly completed and describe the actions required to deal with defects indicated on the checklists

(Weight 20%)

1.3 Provider Programme Accreditation Criteria

Physical Requirements:

Professional lecture room facilities with the required, material, models and electronic media to present the learning.

Human Resource Requirements:

Facilitators of learning must be in possession of a recognised general education and training certificate at NQF level 2 and proof of completing the FLC;

Facilitator of learning must be in possession of a recognised Facilitator and Assessment certificate;

Facilitators of learning must have at least two years’ experience working in a production environment in an underground coal mine;

Facilitator to learner ration must not exceed 1:15


Legal Requirements:

None

2.4 Exemptions

No exemptions identified providers must apply to the AQP to have programmes recognised for purposes of exemption.


2. 711101002-KM-02, Drilling in underground Coal Mines, NQF Level 2, Credits 6

2.1 Purpose of the Knowledge Modules

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of of the key concepts, theories and principles associated with the drilling operations on an underground coal mine.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

KM-02-KT01: Role of drilling operations in the mining cycle (Advanced) (35%)

KM-02-KT02: Operating principles of electrical hand held drilling equipment (Intermediate) (10%)

KM-02-KT03: Operating principles of mobile drilling equipment (Intermediate) (55%)

2.2 Guidelines for Topics

2.2.1. KM-02-KT01: Role of drilling operations in the mining cycle (Advanced) (35%)


KT0101 Describe within the mining cycle identify where/when drilling is done and explain the purpose of drilling at each stage of the cycle

KT0102 Describe the face preparation requirements that must be adhered to before drilling operations can commence

KT0103 Explain the different elements for quality drilling and indicate the consequences of not adhering to these requirements


IAC0101 Given descriptions of various drilling situations in underground coal mines and accidents/incidents learners will, without reference to learning material correctly identify the most probable causes of the incidents/accidents and indicate how these accidents./incidents could have been prevented through the correct man/machine interface during the drilling operations

(Weight 35%)

2.2.2. KM-02-KT02: Operating principles of electrical hand held drilling equipment (Intermediate) (10%)


KT0201 Identify and describe all the components of electrical hand held drilling equipment

KT0202 Describe how the control on the drilling equipment work

KT0203 Identify and describe the purpose of all the tools and ancillary equipment required to operate an electrical hand held drill

KT0204 Explain the entire drilling process and give examples of not adhering to the process

KT0205 Describe the minimum health and safety requirements associated with the drilling operations (Environmental monitoring, support and safe work environment, safe handling of the equipment, PPE)

KT0206 Explain the minimum legal requirements that must be adhered to when operating an electrical hand held drill (Licensing, Dust suppression, Gas monitoring, Ventilation, Support required)



IAC0201 Given a range of typical problems that can occur when using hand held drilling equipment in underground coal mines learners will be able to identify the root causes of the problems and accurately describe what an operator can do to prevent these problems from occurring.

(Weight 10%)

2.2.3. KM-02-KT03: Operating principles of mobile drilling equipment (Intermediate) (55%)


KT0301 Identify and describe all the components of the mobile face drill (Distinguish between the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components of the mobile face drill)

KT0302 Identify all the controls on the mobile face drill and indicate the function of each of them.

KT0303 Describe how the on-board safety systems on the mobile face drill work (Emergency switches, fire extinguishers, and lock out, pre-start and tramming alarms, proximity devices)

KT0304 Explain the minimum legal requirements that must be adhered to when operating a mobile face drill (Licensing, Dust suppression, Gas monitoring, Ventilation, Support required) )

KT0305 Explain the process of pre-use inspections on the mobile face drill (What, where, when, how and why


IAC0301 Given a range of typical problems that can occur when using mobile drilling equipment in underground coal mines learners will be able to identify the root causes of the problems and accurately describe what an operator can do to prevent these problems from occurring.

(Weight 55%)








Legal Requirements:

None

2.4 Exemptions



SECTION 3B: PRACTICAL SKILL MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

List of Practical Skill Module Specifications

711101002-PM-01, Complete Start of shift Procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2

711101002-PM-02, Participate in conducting inspections and examinations of the environment , NQF Level 2, Credits 9

711101002-PM-03, Conduct pre-use inspections of the equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 4

711101002-PM-04, Complete end of shift procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2

711101002-PM-05, Prepare the work area for drilling, NQF Level 2, Credits 4

711101002-PM-06, Drill a coal face using mobile drilling equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 10


1. 711101002-PM-01, Complete Start of shift Procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2

1.1 Purpose of the Practical Skill Modules

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice the skills required by equipment operators in an underground coal mine to execute start of shift procedures

The learner will be required to:

PM-01-PS01: Complete lamp room procedures

PM-01-PS02: Complete the waiting place procedures

1.2 Guidelines for Practical Skills

1.2.1. PM-01-PS01: Complete lamp room procedures

Scope of Practical Skill

Conditions for performance: Given a certified lamp room equipped with all legally required lamps, emergency and testing equipment for working in an underground coal mine. the learner must be able to:

PA0101 Collect and conduct visual inspection of cap-lamps and self-rescuer

PA0102 Inspect and conduct a calibration test on the flammable gas measuring instruments

PA0103 Inspect the instrument and test the calibration on the velometer

PA0104 Sign and accept accountability for the issued equipment

PA0105 Indicate the destination where the equipment will be utilised and the time that the equipment was taken

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Testing techniques applicable to the specific instruments

AK0102 The calibration ranges associated with the various instruments

AK0103 Procedures for dealing with any variances of faults detected

Internal Assessment Criteria

IAC0101 Test understanding of the applied knowledge, learners must without reference to learning material, describe the operating procedures and related parameters correctly.

IAC0102 Observe the extent to which the learner complies with all the inspection and testing processes as set out in the standard checklist

1.2.2. PM-01-PS02: Complete the waiting place procedures


Condition for performance: Given a waiting place that complies with all legal requirements and a production team in a simulated or controlled work environment the learner must be able to:

PA0201 Identify the location of all relevant safety and emergency facilities

PA0202 Explain the procedure that will be followed at the waiting place

PA0203 Participate in the structured discussions and procedures at the waiting place

PA0204 Identify the notice board and explain the content of the various notices on the board

PA0205 Identify any special instructions


Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Purpose of the waiting place and the procedures that will be followed

AK0202 Techniques of reporting and asking questions during waiting place discussions


IAC0201 Test understanding of the applied knowledge - learners will, without reference to learning material be able to correctly explain the specific waiting place procedures.

IAC0202 Observe the extent to which the learner actively participates in the procedures and uses appropriate interpersonal skills to report critical information and ask the correct questions

IAC0203 Evaluate the accuracy of the interpretation of relevant notices and special instructions









Legal Requirements:

None

2.4 Exemptions



2. 711101002-PM-02, Participate in conducting inspections and examinations of the environment, NQF Level 2, Credits 9


The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice the skills required by equipment operators in an underground coal mine to conduct inspections and examinations in an underground coal mining environment.


PM-02-PS01: Conduct hazard identification and risk assessment

PM-02-PS02: Conduct physical and visual inspection of the roof and rib sides

PM-02-PS03: Check the appropriateness of ventilation flows

PM-02-PS04: Execute gas testing

PM-02-PS05: Check the availability of utilities and services


2.2.1. PM-02-PS01: Conduct hazard identification and risk assessment


Condition for performance: Given a simulated or controlled work area in an underground coal mine with the required safety equipment and the relevant documentation the learner must be able to:

PA0101 Identify all hazards in the given work area

PA0102 Identify and describe the various energy sources present in the area

PA0103 Take immediate appropriate action to mitigate or eliminate serious risks

PA0104 Record and report all the risks in the area

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Techniques for identifying hazards and risks

AK0102 Process and implication of the cause and effect principle


IAC0101 Observe the extent to which the learners apply and correctly describe the generally accepted HIRA process to identify the hazards and specify the risks.

IAC0102 Evaluate the completed risk assessment document - all hazards must be identified and the correct and appropriate remedial actions taken

IAC0103 Evaluate the accuracy of the completed documentation.

2.2.2. PM-02-PS02: Conduct physical and visual inspection of the roof and rib sides


Condition for performance: Given a controlled work environment in an underground coal mine and the required safety equipment. The learner must be able to:

PA0201 Examine and determine the fitness for use of all the required tools and equipment

PA0202 Examine the conditions of the floor and take appropriate action where required


PA0203 Remove temporary mechanical support

PA0204 From a safe position visually inspect the roof and rib sides

PA0205 Use the sounding equipment sound the roof and rib sides

PA0206 Identify all geological disturbances/anomalities

PA0207 From under a supported roof area, use the barring equipment to bar loose material from the roof and rib sides

PA0208 Take appropriate action to remove people, fence off and report any abnormal/hazardous/dangerous conditions

PA0209 Identify and mark hollow sounding roof areas

PA0210 Install temporary mechanical props where needed

PA0211 Identify, read and report tell-tale indicators

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Techniques for sounding and barring roof and rib sides

AK0202 Processes and techniques for installing temporary support

AK0203 Techniques for identifying hazardous roof and rib side conditions (loose layers, overhangs, tension cracks, incorrectly installed or damaged support etc.)


IAC0201 Observe the extent to which the learner follows the accepted and logical process to conduct the inspections

IAC0202 Observe the extent to which the learner complies with all the minimum safety requirements

IAC0203 Evaluate the performance of the learner against the requirements (accuracy in describing the processes and the reasons for the processes)

IAC0204 Evaluate that all hazardous conditions were identified and that the correct remedial actions were taken

IAC0205 Evaluate the safe and effective installation and removal of the mechanical prop

2.2.3. PM-02-PS03: Check the appropriateness of ventilation flows


Conditions for performance: Given a simulated or controlled work environment where the ventilation flow can be changed and various tools to check ventilation flow (Velometer, smoke tube and measuring tape and stop watch, stone dust.) the learner must be able to:

PA0301 Use the given tools to measure the velocity of the air flow and evaluate against the required standard

PA0302 Report any deviations from standard

PA0303 Identify the possible leakages of the ventilation in the specific work area

Applied Knowledge

AK0301 Techniques of using the various measuring methods

AK0302 Reasons for ventilation and the consequences of poor ventilation



IAC0301 Observe the extent to which the learners conduct the inspections according to the accepted processes and comply with the methodology

IAC0302 Evaluate that the velocities are correctly determined and that the appropriate corrective actions are initiated.

2.2.4. PM-02-PS04: Execute gas testing


Condition for performance: Given a simulated or controlled work environment and the appropriate gas testing/monitoring instruments the learner must be able to:

PA0401 Examine the instrument and test the fitness for use and zero calibration

PA0402 Test for the presence of flammable gas (correct positions, heights and for the correct time period) before taking the roof bolt machine into the workplace

PA0403 Suspend instrument in the correct position for continuous monitoring of flammable gas

PA0404 Explain the appropriate actions to be taken if gas is detected

Applied Knowledge

AK0401 Techniques for checking the equipment

AK0402 Reasons for testing at specific positions

AK0403 Operating principles of the testing equipment

AK0404 Accepted and legally permissible limits for the presence of flammable gas


IAC0401 Test understanding of the applied knowledge - learners must, without reference to learning material, explain and demonstrate understanding of all the applied knowledge.

IAC0402 Observe the extent to which learners comply with the procedures and processes for testing for flammable gas.

IAC0403 Evaluate that learners can correctly determine gas concentrations

2.2.5. PM-02-PS05: Check the availability of utilities and services


Conditions for performance: Given a controlled work environment with all the required utilities the learner must be able to:

PA0501 Check the availability of water and water pressure

PA0502 Determine the availability of power supply

PA0503 Check the availability of consumables

PA0504 Inspect the condition of the cable and identify possible damage to the cable

Applied Knowledge

AK0501 The required water pressure and the techniques for determining the water pressure in the system

AK0502 Required isolation and lock out procedures

AK0503 Indicators of problems with power supply



IAC0501 Observe the extent to which learners use an appropriate and safe method to determine the water pressure

IAC0502 Observe the extent to which the learner follows safe practices for inspecting the power supply









Legal Requirements:

None

2.4 Exemptions



3. 711101002-PM-03, Conduct pre-use inspections of the equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 4


The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice the skills required by equipment operators in an underground coal mine to conduct pre use-inspections on mobile equipment in an underground coal mining environment.


PM-03-PS01: Do visual inspection of the equipment according to the checklist, identify and report defects

PM-03-PS02: Check the availability and functionality of consumables


3.2.1. PM-03-PS01: Do visual inspection of the equipment according to the checklist, identify and report defects


Conditions for performance: Given a simulated or controlled work environment with the specific equipment and the appropriate pre-use checklist the learner must be able to:

PA0101 Identify all component as per the pre-use checklist (Indicate the specific component on the equipment)

PA0102 Explain how, why and when each component must be inspected

PA0103 Physically inspect the equipment according to the checklist

PA0104 Complete the checklist and obtain the necessary signatures

PA0105 Report all defects

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 The actual components of the machine in relation to the checklist

AK0102 Techniques and processes for checking each of the items on the checklist

AK0103 Reasons for checking each of the items and the consequences of failures of the various components of the machine


IAC0101 Observe and evaluate the process used to conduct the checks - all physical visual checks must be done correctly

IAC0102 Evaluate the completeness of the checklists and that the correct reporting procedures were followed

3.2.2. PM-03-PS02: Check the availability and functionality of consumables


Conditions for performance: Given a range of consumables required for the specific operation and descriptions of various mining conditions. The learner must be able to:

PA0201 Determine the required consumables to execute the operation

PA0202 Check all consumables for fitness for use


PA0203 Determine the appropriateness of the consumables for the various conditions

PA0204 Indicate what actions are required to deal with defects in the consumables

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 The required consumables for various tasks and conditions

AK0202 Requirements for the fitness for use of each of the consumables

AK0203 Consequences of using incorrect or defective consumables

AK0204 Required actions to deal with problems


IAC0201 Evaluate that the learner has correctly identified the required consumables and inspected them according to the required standards









Legal Requirements:

None

3.4 Exemptions



4. 711101002-PM-04, Complete end of shift procedures, NQF Level 2, Credits 2


The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice the skills required by equipment operators in an underground coal mine to complete the end of shift procedure in an underground coal mining environment.


PM-04-PS01: Remove the machine into a designated area

PM-04-PS02: Complete end of shift lamp room procedures


4.2.1. PM-04-PS01: Remove the machine into a designated area


Conditions for performance: Given a machine at the end of a shift and a controlled work environment. The learner must be able to:

PA0101 Identify the designated area for parking the machine

PA0102 Check the designated area to ensure that it is safe to park the machine there

PA0103 Tram the machine to the designated area

PA0104 Shut down the machine and release all stored energy

PA0105 Isolate and lock out the machine

PA0106 Shut down the water valve at the manifold

PA0107 Identify and report any deviations, work done, consumables used and potential defects to the supervisor

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Techniques for reporting

AK0102 Machine operating processes and techniques


IAC0101 Observe the extent to which learners comply with all the required processes and procedures for the safe parking and shut down of the machine

IAC0102 Evaluate the accuracy and completeness of the end of shift report given to the supervisor (Verbal)

4.2.2. PM-04-PS02: Complete end of shift lamp room procedures


Condition for performance: Given a simulated or controlled lamproom and all instruments used during the shift the learner must be able to:

PA0201 Clean and examine the self-contained self-rescuer, cap lamp and relevant instruments

PA0202 Report defects

PA0203 Place the cap lamp and self-rescuer on the charging rack and ensure that the cap lamp is charging


PA0204 Hand instruments back to the lamps man and sign the appropriate register with time included

Applied Knowledge


IAC0201 Evaluate the handed in instruments and the signed register against the requirements









Legal Requirements:

None

4.4 Exemptions



5. 711101002-PM-05, Prepare the work area for drilling, NQF Level 2, Credits 4


The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice the skills required by equipment operators in an underground coal mine to prepare the work area for drilling operations with mobile drilling equipment.


PM-05-PS01: Identify and assist with the treatment of misfires and sockets

PM-05-PS02: Mark the face for drilling according to the miners guidelines


5.2.1. PM-05-PS01: Identify and assist with the treatment of misfires and sockets


Conditions for performance: Given a simulated or controlled coal face with sockets and misfires, all the required tools and equipment the learner must be able to:

PA0101 Identify all misfires

PA0102 Identify all sockets

PA0103 Treat misfires

PA0104 Treat sockets

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Techniques for identifying misfired explosives and explosive accessories

AK0102 Techniques for recognizing sockets and the hazards associated with sockets

AK0103 Generic processes for treating misfires and explosives

AK0104 Techniques for using the tools and equipment to treat misfires and sockets


IAC0101 Observe and evaluate the extent to which the learner complies with the generic procedures for identifying and treating sockets and misfires, all steps in the process must be followed in the correct sequence

5.2.2. PM-05-PS02: Mark the face for drilling according to the miners guidelines


Condition for performance: Given a simulated or controlled work environment with a cut coal face, all the necessary equipment. The learner must be able to:

PA0201 Identify the appropriate reference point to start marking the face

PA0202 Mark off the position of the holes to be drilled indicating a. Spacing (position of holes relevant to each other - burden), direction and elevation

PA0203 Assess the face condition

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Techniques for reading various geological conditions in coal faces


AK0202 Techniques for marking coal faces and adjusting markings to deal with sockets and irregularities (changes in the coal seam, overhangs, steps in the floor, geological discontinuities)


IAC0201 Evaluate the final marked off face and determine the extent to which the learner: a. Complied with the given procedures for marking a coal face; b. Made appropriate adjustments to deal with geological discontinuities and sockets; c. Indicated the elevation lines taking the mining horizon into consideration









Legal Requirements:

None

5.4 Exemptions



6. 711101002-PM-06, Drill a coal face using mobile drilling equipment, NQF Level 2, Credits 10


The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice the skills required by equipment operators in an underground coal mine to operate mobile drilling equipment and drill shot and service holes in an underground coal mine.


PM-06-PS01: Operate mobile drilling equipment to drill holes in an underground coal mine


6.2.1. PM-06-PS01: Operate mobile drilling equipment to drill holes in an underground coal mine


Conditions for performance: Given a simulated or controlled work environment with a marked off and prepared coal face, all the required tools and equipment and a functional mobile drill rig. the learner must be able to:

PA0101 Fit drilling consumables to the mobile drilling equipment

PA0102 Position the machine for drilling operations

PA0103 Drill holes on the correct position, to the correct depth, elevation and direction

PA0104 Apply dust suppression during the drilling operations

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Techniques of operating and manipulating a mobile drill rig

AK0102 Techniques of operating drilling equipment to drill various shot holes at the required position, depth, direction and elevation

AK0103 Techniques for effective dust suppression


IAC0101 Evaluate the quality of the drilled holes. All holes must be in the correct position, have the correct direction, elevation and depth

IAC0102 Observe and evaluate the extent to which the learner follows a safe and productive process when operating the mobile drill rig. Learners must complete the drilling of a given face safely and efficiently within a specified level of productivity










Legal Requirements:

None

6.4 Exemptions



SECTION 3C: WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

List of Work Experience Module Specifications




1. 711101002-WM-01, Exposure to the safe operating practices and procedures applicable to machine operators, NQF Level 2, Credits 4

1.1 Purpose of the Work Experience Modules

The focus of the work experience is on providing the learner an opportunity to gain experience in applying all the occupational health and safety practices that will enable them to safely operate mobile mining equipment in an underground coal mine.


WM-01-WE01: Complete the mine induction

1.2 Guidelines for Work Experiences

1.2.1. WM-01-WE01: Complete the mine induction

Scope of Work Experience

The person will be expected to engage in the following work activities:

WA0101 Attend and complete the mining induction

WA0102 Complete the assessments to obtain the Learners License for the specific equipment

Supporting Evidence

SE0101 Copy of the mine specific learner license

SE0102 Register of attendance to induction

1.3 Contextualised Workplace Knowledge

1 Site specific Hazard Identification, risk assessment and control

2 Site specific procedures and code of practice relating to trackless mobile machines relevant to the role of a machine operator

3 Site specific strata control and systematic support standard procedures relevant to machine operators

4 Site specific ventilation and explosion prevention standards

5 Site specific emergency and evacuation procedures

6 Site specific lock out procedures

1.4 Criteria for Workplace Approval



Legal Requirements:

1.5 Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally


2. 711101002-WM-02, Exposure to the mobile drilling operations on the mine, NQF Level 2, Credits 16

2.1 Purpose of the Work Experience Modules

The focus of the work experience is on providing the learner an opportunity to gain experience in executing all the duties required to effectively operate the mine specific equipment and to gain the mine specific licenses for the specific equipment. The exposure will also ensure that learners are exposed to the specific manufacturer’s specifications and procedures for the equipment.


WM-02-WE01: Operate mobile drilling equipment to drill shot and service holes in coal faces for a period of twenty shifts.

2.2 Guidelines for Work Experiences

2.2.1. WM-02-WE01: Operate mobile drilling equipment to drill shot and service holes in coal faces for a period of twenty shifts.

Scope of Work Experience

The person will be expected to engage in the following work activities:

WA0101 Tram and position the mobile drilling machine correctly for different operations

WA0102 Start off a split

WA0103 Holing into an adjacent roadway

WA0104 Drill a normal heading

Supporting Evidence

SE0101 Completed pre-use checklists

SE0102 At least three planned task observations completed by the supervisor

SE0103 At least three completed risk assessments identifying changing strata conditions

SE0104 Production report reflecting the achievement of the required targets

2.3 Contextualised Workplace Knowledge

1 Site specific checklist for the drill rig

2 Machine specific hazards and risk assessments (issue based risk assessments)

3 Site specific continuous risk assessment procedures for drilling a coal face

4 Site specific mining parameters

5 Site specific holing procedures

6 Site specific standards for changing drill steel

7 Site specific policies for dealing with geological discontinuities when drilling a coal face

2.4 Criteria for Workplace Approval



Legal Requirements:


2.5 Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally


SECTION 4: STATEMENT OF WORK EXPERIENCE

Curriculum Number: 711101002

Curriculum Title: Mining Operator: (Drill Rig Operator Underground Coal)

Learner Details

Name:

ID Number:

Employer Details

Company Name:

Address:

Supervisor Name:

Work Telephone:

E-Mail:



WM-01-WE01 Complete the mine induction

Scope Work Experience Date Signature

WA0101 Attend and complete the mining induction

WA0102 Complete the assessments to obtain the Learners License for the specific equipment

Supporting Evidence Date Signature

SE0101 Copy of the mine specific learner license

SE0102 Register of attendance to induction

Contextualised Workplace Knowledge

Date Signature

1 Site specific Hazard Identification, risk assessment and control

2 Site specific procedures and code of practice relating to trackless mobile machines relevant to the role of a machine operator

3 Site specific strata control and systematic support standard procedures relevant to machine operators

4 Site specific ventilation and explosion prevention standards

5 Site specific emergency and evacuation procedures

6 Site specific lock out procedures


Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally

Date Signature


WM-02-WE01 Operate mobile drilling equipment to drill shot and service holes in coal faces for a period of twenty shifts.

Scope Work Experience Date Signature

WA0101 Tram and position the mobile drilling machine correctly for different operations

WA0102 Start off a split

WA0103 Holing into an adjacent roadway

WA0104 Drill a normal heading

Supporting Evidence Date Signature

SE0101 Completed pre-use checklists

SE0102 At least three planned task observations completed by the supervisor

SE0103 At least three completed risk assessments identifying changing strata conditions

SE0104 Production report reflecting the achievement of the required targets

Contextualised Workplace Knowledge

Date Signature

1 Site specific checklist for the drill rig

2 Machine specific hazards and risk assessments (issue based risk assessments)

3 Site specific continuous risk assessment procedures for


drilling a coal face

4 Site specific mining parameters

5 Site specific holing procedures

6 Site specific standards for changing drill steel

7 Site specific policies for dealing with geological discontinuities when drilling a coal face

Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally

Date Signature


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