RIICTC306 Conduct tunnel boring
machine operations
Release: 1
RIICT C306 Conduct tunnel boring machine operations Date this document was generated: 19 October 2022
RIICTC306 Conduct tunnel boring machine operations
Modification History
Release Comments
Release 1 This version first released with RII Resources and Infrastructure
Industry Training Package Version 6.0.
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist the operation of tunnel boring
machines (TBM) in civil construction, including conducting TBM pre-operational checks and
monitoring, operating and adjusting TBM controls.
It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under minimal
supervision to undertake a broad range of tasks in varied work contexts, using some discretion
and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.
Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between
states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body
before applying the unit.
Unit Sector
Civil construction
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the Performance criteria describe the performance needed to
essential outcomes. demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Prepare to conduct TBM 1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work instructions
operations 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to conduct
TBM operations and confirm work activity is compliant
1.3 Identify environmental issues and potential hazards and
implement control measures within scope of own role
1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site
requirements
1.5 Confirm and comply with environmental protection, safety and
traffic management signage requirements
1.6 Select plant, tools and equipment required for tasks, check for
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faults and report or rectify as required
1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps
required to respond to emergencies
2. Conduct TBM 2.1 Confirm TBM parameters and conditions against permit to bore
pre-operational checks and design limitations for tunnel and TBM
2.2 Confirm required works that prevent tunnelling are completed
before tunnelling commences
2.3 Confirm required materials and services are available to permit
tunnelling to commence
2.4 Confirm required keys on operating dashboard are functioning
according to manufacturer specifications
2.5 Report technical faults to required personnel as required
3. Operate TBM 3.1 Operate TBM according to manufacturer specifications and job
and site requirements
3.2 Adjust operations according to job requirements
3.3 Communicate with required personnel and report problems as
required
3.4 Carry out operator maintenance according to manufacturer
specifications and site requirements
3.5 Carry out troubleshooting to operation as required
3.6 Monitor operating parameters when TBM is at docking mode
3.7 Assist with required tasks on TBM as required
4. Conduct housekeeping 4.1 Clear work area and recycle or dispose of materials according to
activities site requirements
4.2 Clean, check, perform maintenance on and store plant, tools and
equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site
requirements
4.3 Complete records according to site procedures
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are
essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill Description
Numeracy Identifies and interprets information from site requirements and
documentation
Oral communication Uses communication techniques and systems to communicate with
others
Self-management Monitors and minimises own exposure to worksite risks and hazards
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during activities
Writing Completes records using sector-specific vocabulary, grammatical
structures and conventions
Unit Mapping Information
New unit
Links
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