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Qualification details

RII40109 - Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations (Release 3)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
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Is superseded by RII40113 - Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations 13/Nov/2013

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
3 (this release) 29/May/2013
(View details for release 2) 21/Mar/2012
(View details for release 1) 22/Jun/2011

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Units of competency

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RIIPRO401A - Supervise processing operationsSupervise processing operationsSupersededN/A
RIIMEX402A - Supervise dredging operationsSupervise dredging operationsSupersededN/A
RIIRAI401A - Apply and monitor mine services and infrastructure systemsApply and monitor mine services and infrastructure systemsSupersededN/A
TAEASS403B - Participate in assessment validationParticipate in assessment validationSupersededN/A
BSBSMB403A - Market the small businessMarket the small businessSupersededN/A
RIIOHS301A - Conduct safety and health investigationsConduct safety and health investigationsSupersededN/A
HLTFA301B - Apply first aidApply first aidSupersededN/A
RIIBHD401A - Supervise blast hole drilling operationsSupervise blast hole drilling operationsSupersededN/A
RIISAM403A - Commission/recommission plantCommission/recommission plantSupersededN/A
RIIERR403A - Lead rescue teamLead rescue teamSupersededN/A
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 312611 Safety Inspector 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 3129-15 Mine Deputy 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0303 Process And Resources Engineering 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 511 Certificate IV 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Quarrying,Mineral Mining Exploration,Coal Mining,Blast Hole Drilling 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Quarry Supervisor,Shotfirer,Quarry Operations Specialist Technician,Open Cut Mine Supervisor (Metalliferous Mining),Open Cut Coal Mine Supervisor 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 312611 Safety Inspector 02/Sep/2009 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 3129-15 Mine Deputy 02/Sep/2009 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0303 Process And Resources Engineering 02/Sep/2009 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 511 Certificate IV 02/Sep/2009 
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Description

This qualification reflects the role of employees such as a supervisor or team leader working in an open cut mine or quarry. They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others, contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems and apply safety management plans to the workplace.

Pathways Information

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Licensing/Regulatory Information

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Entry Requirements

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Employability Skills Summary

The following table includes a summary of the employability skills as identified by the resources and infrastructure industry for this qualification. The table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes required here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill 

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: 

Communication
  • provide clear and direct feedback
  • listen carefully to instructions and information
  • read and interpret project plans and safety signs
  • calculate basic weights, distances and volumes
  • complete accurate work plans, technical reports, risk assessments, etc
  • negotiate solutions to customer and workplace based issues
  • negotiate project details with clients
  • network with other professionals working in the same field
  • adjust communication style to meet the needs of people with diverse backgrounds

Teamwork
  • plan and lead team performance and operations
  • coordinate project activities and timelines with clients
  • work cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race, religion or political persuasion and people with disability
  • recognise and respond sensitively to people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
  • provide feedback and advice to staff
  • participate in site-wide planning and coordination activities

Problem-solving
  • re-allocate staff and resources in response to changing weather, site conditions and priorities
  • work with staff to solve problems and coordinate team members’ responsibilities and activities
  • work cooperatively with clients to resolve contract and operational issues
  • participate in ongoing review and adjustment of operations against performance indicators and project milestones

Initiative and enterprise
  • act independently to identify potential improvements to working practice and conditions
  • identify and take steps to resolve risks in the workplace
  • encourage the exploration and application of innovative approaches to improve on operational performance

Planning and organising
  • manage and coordinate time and priorities for self and team
  • identify and obtain appropriate personnel and resources for work
  • ensure that risks are assessed and appropriate emergency plans are in place
  • ensure that project planning incorporates the possibility of adapting to future changes

Self-management
  • take responsibility for ensuring team targets and goals are achieved
  • understand the standard of work expected at the work site
  • proactively manage team performance
  • develop trust and confidence in staff and customers

Learning
  • be willing to learn new ways of working
  • seek information to improve performance from people and workplace documents like policies, procedures etc
  • understand equipment characteristics, technical capabilities, limitations and procedures
  • participate in and, where appropriate, lead change processes
  • work with staff to create learning and development plans
  • prepare and lead formal or informal training sessions

Technology
  • apply a range of basic IT skills in monitoring and reporting on systems
  • operate equipment safely and according to manufacturer and workplace guidelines
  • use communications technology appropriate to the workplace (email, mobile, radio, etc)
  • use computer technology to monitor and communicate project status
  • use IT to create documents and maintain records of work activities

Packaging Rules

Requirements for completion of the qualification

The following table provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.

Successful completion of thirteen (13) units of competency made up of:

  • five (5) core units, and
  • eight (8) elective units of which:
  • at least two (2) must come from the Group A electives listed below
  • up to four (4) from the Group B electives listed below
  • up to two (2) unit may come from AQF level III, IV or Diploma in this, or any other Training Package.

Units of competency chosen must be relevant to the competency requirements for the job function.

Care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified within imported units, or units chosen as electives, are complied with.

Core units of competency  

Unit code

Unit title

BSBSUS301A

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

RIICOM301B

Communicate information

RIIGOV401B

Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems

RIIRIS401B

Apply site risk management system

And either  

BSBOHS407A

Monitor a safe workplace

OR  

RIIOHS402A

Examine and maintain mine safety

Group A electives  

Unit code

Unit title

RIIBLA401A

Manage blasting operations

RIIBHD401A

Supervise blast hole drilling operations

RIICAR401A

Supervise rehabilitation operations

RIIERR302A

Respond to local emergencies and incidents (Mandatory for Coal)  

RIIERR401B

Apply and monitor surface operations emergency preparedness and response systems (Mandatory for Coal)  

RIIMEX401A

Apply pit plan

RIIMEX402A

Supervise dredging operations

RIIMEX404B

Apply and monitor systems for stable mining

RIIMEX405A

Apply and monitor systems and methods of surface coal mining

RIIMPO401A

Supervise mobile plant operations

RIIMPO403A

Monitor the interaction of heavy and light vehicles and mining equipment

RIIPRO401A

Supervise processing operations

RIIPRO402A

Supervise recycled materials operations

RIIRAI401A

Apply and monitor mine services and infrastructure systems

RIIRAI402A

Apply and monitor site plant and resource management plan

RIISRM401A

Apply and monitor the site stockpile management plan

RIIWBP401A

Apply and monitor site waste and by-products management plan

RIIWMG401A

Apply and monitor the site water management plan

Group B electives 

Unit code

Unit title

BSBCUS401B

Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

BSBFIA402A

Report on financial activity

BSBINM401A

Implement workplace information system

BSBLED401A

Develop teams and individuals

BSBMGT401A

Show leadership in the workplace

BSBMGT402A

Implement operational plan

BSBSMB403A

Market the small business

BSBSMB404A

Undertake small business planning

BSBSMB402A

Plan small business finances

BSBWOR404B

Develop work priorities

HLTFA301C

Apply first aid

OR  

RIIERR205A

Apply initial response first aid (Mandatory for Coal) 

ICAICT308A

Use advanced features of computer applications

RIIBLA301A

Conduct surface shotfiring operations

RIIBLA402A

Monitor and control the effects of blasting on the environment

RIICCR401A

Develop and maintain positive community relations

RIIENV401A

Supervise dust and noise control

RIIERR201A

Conduct fire team operations

RIIERR301A

Respond to mine incident

RIIERR310A

Provide support for rescue operations

RIIERR403A

Lead rescue team

RIIOHS301A

Conduct safety and health investigations

RIIOHS401A

Supervise work in confined spaces

RIIQUA401A

Apply quality management system on site

RIIRIS301B

Apply risk management processes

RIISAM401A

Apply site plant, equipment and infrastructure maintenance management plan

RIISAM402A

Supervise operation of electrical equipment and installations

RIISAM403A

Commission/recommission plant

TAEASS301B

Contribute to assessment

TAEASS401A

Plan and organise assessment

TAEASS402B

Assess competence

TAEASS403B

Participate in assessment validation

TAEDEL301A

Provide work skill instruction

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