Modification History
Release |
Comments |
1 |
Replaces RII20309 Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining. |
2 |
Editorial corrections. |
3 |
Corrected modification history. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of an individual working as an operator in an underground coal mine, who performs a range of mainly routine tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge, in a defined context working under direct supervision.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
Requirements for completion of the qualification
The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.
Successful completion of ten (10) units of competency made up of:
- five (5) core units, and
- five (5) elective units of which:
- at least four (4) must be chosen from the group A and/or group B
- up to one (1) may be chosen from group C
- up to one (1) may be chosen from Certificate II or Certificate III level from this, or any other Training Package or accredited course
Units chosen must be relevant to the job function.
There are both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. To be appointed under any statutory requirements in related roles, units of competency should be selected to meet the state/territory licensing requirements.
There are prerequisites to imported units listed in this qualification. Where a unit is imported as an elective care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified are complied with.
Core units of competency |
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
RIICOM201D |
Communicate in the workplace |
RIIERR203D |
Escape from hazardous situation unaided |
RIIWHS201D |
Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedues |
RIIGOV201D |
Comply with site work processes/procedures |
RIIRIS201D |
Conduct local risk control |
Electives |
|
Group A |
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
RIIERR205D |
Apply initial response first aid |
RIIMCU201D |
Operate power tram |
RIIMCU202D |
Conduct tracked vehicle/plant operations |
RIIMCU203D |
Conduct wheeled vehicle operations (non-articulated) |
RIIMCU204D |
Conduct wheeled vehicle operations (articulated) |
RIIMCU205D |
Conduct rotational drilling |
RIIMCU206D |
Install, maintain and recover gas drainage systems |
RIIMCU207D |
Install, maintain and recover electrical services |
RIIMCU208D |
Conduct basic strata control operations |
RIIMCU209D |
Conduct roadway maintenance |
RIIMCU210D |
Conduct stonedusting operations |
RIIMCU211D |
Install and maintain explosion barriers |
RIIMCU212D |
Construct and maintain basic ventilation devices |
RIIMCU213D |
Conduct feeder breaker operations |
RIIMCU214D |
Conduct face ventilation operations |
RIIMCU215D |
Operate longwall ancillary equipment |
RIIMCU216D |
Maintain lamp cabin operations |
RIIMCU402D |
Apply spontaneous combustion management measures |
RIIMPO208D |
Operate support equipment |
RIIMPO307D |
Conduct wheel grader operations in underground mines |
RIINHB304D |
Conduct air drilling |
RIIPEO202D |
Provide deck support for conveyor-car high wall mining operations |
RIIPEO208D |
Extend, retract and maintain conveyor componentry |
RIIUND201D |
Install, maintain and recover reticulation systems |
RIIUND206D |
Install hand held underground ground support |
RIIUND207D |
Conduct underground lifting operations |
RIIUND208D |
Conduct skip operations |
RIIUND209D |
Operate automated winder |
RIIUND301D |
Operate manual winder |
RIIUND302D |
Conduct cage operations |
RIIUND303D |
Operate winder for shaft sinking |
RIIWMG202D |
Conduct dewatering activities in underground mining operations |
Group B |
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
CPCCLDG3001A |
Licence to perform dogging |
CPCCLRG3001A |
Licence to perform rigging basic level |
CPCCLRG3002A |
Licence to perform rigging intermediate level |
CPCCLSF2001A |
Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level |
CPCCLSF3001A |
Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding intermediate level |
TLILIC2001A |
Licence to operate a forklift truck |
TLILIC2005A |
License to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 meters or more) |
TLILIC3003A |
Licence to operate a bridge and gantry crane |
TLILIC3006A |
Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) |
TLILIC0012A |
Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) |
Group C |
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
BSBITU101A |
Operate a personal computer |
BSBPUR301B |
Purchase goods and services |
BSBSUS201A |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
ICAICT308A |
Use advanced features of computer applications |
RIIBLA202D |
Support underground shotfiring operations |
RIIERR201D |
Conduct fire team operations |
RIIERR204D |
Provide aided rescue to endangered personnel |
RIIERR302D |
Respond to local emergencies and incidents |
RIIHAN201D |
Operate a forklift |
RIIHAN208D |
Perform dogging |
RIIHAN209D |
Perform basic rigging |
RIIHAN210D |
Perform intermediate rigging operations |
RIIHAN211D |
Conduct basic scaffolding operations |
RIIHAN212D |
Conduct non-slewing crane operations |
RIIHAN301D |
Operate elevating work platform |
RIIHAN302D |
Conduct intermediate scaffolding operations |
RIIHAN305D |
Operate a gantry or overhead crane |
RIIHAN307D |
Operate a vehicle loading crane |
RIIWHS203D |
Maintain amenities |
RIIQUA201D |
Maintain and monitor site quality standards |
RIISAM205D |
Cut, weld and bend materials |
RIISAM207D |
Apply operational maintenance skills |
RIISAM210D |
Remove and fit wheel assemblies |
RIISAM211D |
Remove, repair and refit tyres and tubes |
RIISAM212D |
Service mine plant and equipment |
RIISAM214D |
Provide support to electrical tradesperson |
RIISAM301D |
Test operational functions of vehicles and equipment |
RIISAM311D |
Maintain winder equipment |
RIISAM312D |
Inspect and maintain shafts and structures |
RIISAM313D |
Monitor, inspect and service ropes and attachments |
RIIRIS202D |
Respond to site based spills |
RIIVEH201D |
Operate light vehicle |
RIIVEH202D |
Operate a medium vehicle |
RIIVEH301D |
Conduct rail haulage operations |
Qualification Mapping Information
RII20309 Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining
Links
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