Modification History
Release |
Comments |
1 |
This qualification replaces RII30313 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining. Amended packaging rules. Elective Groups B and C combined. Added RIIBLA308D Conduct electronic blasting operations and BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity to Group B electives. Added qualification mapping information. |
2 |
This version was released with RII Resources and Infrastructure Training Package version 3.0. |
3 |
Editorial corrections. |
4 |
Minor change to add the following units of competency to the elective list: RIIBHD302E Conduct underground development drilling |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of employees such as production operators in an underground metalliferous mine, who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.
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
The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.
Total number of units = 14
6 core units plus
8 elective units, of which:
- at least five (5) must be chosen from Group A
- no more than three (3) may be chosen from Group B
- no more than two (2) units may come from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
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.
A prerequisite must be considered in the total number of units chosen.
Core units of competency |
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
RIICOM302D |
Communicate workplace information |
RIIENV302D |
Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
RIIMEX302D |
Assess ground conditions |
RIIQUA201D |
Maintain and monitor site quality standards |
RIIRIS301D |
Apply risk management processes |
RIIWHS201D |
Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures |
Electives |
|
Group A |
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
BSBFLM305 |
Support operational plan |
RIIBEF301D |
Run on-site operations |
RIIBEF401D |
Manage non-routine, complex technical situations |
RIIBHD302E |
Conduct underground development drilling |
RIIBHD303E |
Conduct long hole drilling |
RIIBLA303D |
Conduct underground development shotfiring |
RIIBLA304D |
Conduct underground production shotfiring |
RIIBLA305E |
Conduct secondary blasting |
RIIMPG301D |
Control and monitor automated plant/machinery |
RIIMPO307E |
Conduct wheel grader operations in underground mines |
RIIMPO333E |
Conduct underground load, haul and dump truck operations |
RIINHB307D |
Conduct conventional core drilling |
RIINHB310D |
Conduct surface directional drilling |
RIINHB312D |
Conduct raise boring |
RIISAM202D |
Isolate and access plant |
RIISAM306E |
Service and maintain conveyors, feeders and hoppers |
RIISAM307E |
Service and maintain crushers |
RIISAM312D |
Inspect and maintain shafts and structures |
RIISRM302D |
Conduct stockpile reclaiming operations |
RIIUMM301D |
Conduct wet filling activities |
RIIUMM302D |
Install sets |
RIIUMM303D |
Conduct hand held mining |
RIIUMM304D |
Construct and maintain underground roads |
RIIUMM305D |
Install and remove a secondary fan |
RIIUMM306D |
Conduct mechanical scaling |
RIIUMM307D |
Maintain underground stockpiles |
RIIUND205D |
Respond to a workforce incident |
RIIUND301D |
Operate manual winder |
RIIUND302D |
Conduct cage operations |
RIIUND303D |
Operate winder for shaft sinking |
RIIUND304D |
Recover equipment |
RIIUND305D |
Recover underground equipment |
RIIUND306D |
Conduct line of sight remote operations |
RIIUND307D |
Conduct tele-remote operations |
RIIUND308D |
Conduct control room operations |
RIIUND309D |
Conduct mechanical underground ground support drilling and installation |
RIIVEH306E |
Operate mine service vehicle |
RIIWHS301D |
Conduct safety and health investigation |
Group B |
|
Unit code |
Unit title |
BSBDIV301 |
Work effectively with diversity |
BSBINN301 |
Promote innovation in a team environment |
MSMPER200 |
Work in accordance with an issued permit |
MSMPER300 |
Issue work permits - Pre-requisite unit: MSMWHS201 conduct hazard analysis |
RIIBEF302E |
Monitor site production activities |
RIIBLA306D |
Conduct accretion firing |
RIIBLA308D |
Conduct electronic blasting operations |
RIIERR203D |
Escape from hazardous situation unaided |
RIIERR204E |
Provide aided rescue to endangered personnel |
RIIERR302E |
Respond to local emergencies and incidents |
RIIHAN304E |
Conduct slewing crane operations |
RIIHAN309F |
Conduct telescopic materials handler operations |
RIIHAN310E |
Conduct crane operations underground |
RIIHAN311F |
Conduct integrated tool carrier operations |
RIIMPO334E |
Conduct operations using skid steer loader with attachments |
RIIMPO335E |
Conduct operations using skid steer loader without attachments |
RIIRIS202D |
Respond to site based spills |
RIISAM311D |
Maintain winder equipment |
RIISAM313D |
Monitor, inspect and service ropes and attachments |
RIISTD301D |
Take environmental samples and measurements |
RIIUND310D |
Apply shot-crete underground |
RIIVEH301D |
Conduct rail haulage operations |
TLILIC0010 |
Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (up to 20 tonnes) |
Qualification Mapping Information
Code and titlecurrent version |
Code and titleprevious version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
RII30315 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining |
RII30313 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining |
Packaging rules changed to clarify intent; elective Groups B and C combined; added two elective units |
Equivalent qualification |
Links
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