Lamproom Supervisor

The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the required knowledge, skills and practical experience to operate as a Lamproom Supervisor. A Lamproom Supervisor ensures that all legal requirements for the operation of a lamproom are observed and that the equipment supplied by the manager (selfrescuers, portable lamps and gas detection devices) is in proper working condition and provided to employees before they go on shift. The qualified learner will be able to: • Oversee the processes for making equipment available for use by employees in a designated lamproom. • Maintain electronic and manual records and reports for the lamproom. • Oversee the maintenance of a safe and healthy lamproom environment. • Perform testing and maintenance in order to ensure that all equipment comply with regulated and Original Equipment Manufacturer's standards. • Oversee the operations of the lamp-room and lamp-room staff.

Every mine and mining related operation in South Africa is legally required to establish and effectively operate a lamproom. The purpose of a lamproom is to issue all people entering the operations area with safety and related equipment that is functioning properly. Lamproom operations are becoming more sophisticated and this operation within the Mine Health and Safety value chain is increasingly being recognised as key to the ongoing improvement of the health and safety of employees. If the lamproom operation does not function according to legal requirements, mines are prevented from continuing their operations. The mining industry is continually striving towards the improvement of occupational health and safety standards. Because of this focus, the role of the lamproom supervisor is becoming increasingly important. The need for an occupational qualification for the role of the Lamproom Supervisors and their support staff was identified by the industry because of the critical role that the lamproom plays in the occupational health and safety value chain. Operators in the lamproom are appointed in terms of the mining regulations and they are licensed to practice by the mines and minerals regulator. Each and every mine in the country requires competent lamproom operators. This qualification also creates opportunities for entry into the industry and opens up opportunities for articulation into technical mining and engineering environments. It also opens opportunities to progress to occupations in mining stores and warehousing.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the external Integrated Summative Assessment. Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of results or by certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the qualification. Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: • Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) Level 3. Or • National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 2 qualification.

• Describe the function and process of the lamproom, indicating all the equipment required and how it functions.
• Describe the full process flow relating to document and information control in the lamproom and how it relates to legislation.
• Describe the application of the hazard and risk assessment process in the lamproom.
• Identify and describe all the possible unplanned events (emergencies) that could occur in a lamproom and what the Lampman must do to deal with such events.
• Identify and explain the legislative requirements related to the lamproom.
• Identify faults on key equipment issued through the lamproom and demonstrate how the faults must be corrected.
• Plan, implement and control the daily activities in a lamproom and deal with deviations.