Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
All geological anomalies in a given work environment typical to that within which the operator will normally work is identified and the consequences of these anomalies on the work of an equipment operator is accurately described according to the generally accepted strata control standards for underground coal mines.
The required primary and secondary support requirements for the given work areas are identified accurately.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
Descriptions of how, where and when to test for flammable/noxious gas is accurate according to the standard operating procedures for the specific mine.
All actions that must be taken when gas is encountered is correctly identified and prioritised.
Descriptions of the actions to be taken to minimise/eliminate dust during the various operations are accurately explained according to the mine specific standard operating procedures and codes of conduct.
Explanations of the steps to be taken when ventilation diminishes, stop or reverse are accurate and the steps in the correct sequences are listed as per the mine specific standards.
Explanations of the purpose and application of non-combustible matter in a work environment is accurately given and aligned to the generally accepted descriptions and standards associated with underground coal mining.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
Explanations of the purpose and process of risk assessment is accurate.
Realistic and feasible practical examples of hazards, risks and controls associated with the range of operating activities are used.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
The correct safe positions of people related to the machine during the various operations are correctly identified according to the generally accepted standards for safety in underground coal mines.
Descriptions of the role of the various safety devices relevant to the man/machine interface are accurately outlined according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Descriptions of the risks and consequences of the machine/machine interfaces are explained with practical and relevant examples of the responsibilities of the operator to ensure the safe operations of multiple machines in a work environment.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
Explanation of why locks out procedures are used is accurate and the responsibilities of the operator are accurately explained in line with the mine specific operating procedures.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
Descriptions of how an operator will identify changes in the operation of a machine, physical work conditions or other aspects in the work area is accurately explained according to the mine specific operating procedures.
Descriptions of how the various changes could impact on the operations are described with practical and relevant examples of how an operator must respond to changing conditions.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
All the major equipment components for the specific equipment is accurately identified according to the manufacturers specifications and the explanations of where, how and why the components must be inspected is correct according to the manufacturers requirements.
All actions that must be taken if defects are found in pre use inspections are followed according to the mine specific operating procedures.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:
Descriptions of the generic operating procedures for each of the work activities that the machine is designed for are defined according to the mine specific operating procedures.
The optimum capabilities of the machine under normal conditions are accurately identified for the various operating tasks that the machines are designed for according to the OEM manual.

Integrated Assessment:

Integrated Formative Assessment:
The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment.

Integrated Summative Assessment:
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant Quality Council for Trades Occupation Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the exit level outcomes and associated assessment criteria.