Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
RII30113
J656
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of employees such as production operators in an open cut mine or quarry, 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.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of thirteen (13) units of competency made up of:- three (3) core units, and
- ten (10) elective units of which
- one (1) must be chosen from group A
- one (1) must be chosen from group B
- at least three (3) must be chosen from group C
- up to three (3) may be chosen from group D and/or group E
- up to two (2) units may be chosen from Certificate II, Certificate III or Certificate IV 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 no 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.
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH646 | RIIRIS301D | Apply risk management processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH256 | RIIENV201D | Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH750 | RIIWHS201D | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH100 | RIICOM301D | Communicate Information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH101 | RIICOM302D | Communicate workplace information | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
One (1) unit must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH291 | RIIGOV201D | Comply with site work processes/procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH616 | RIIQUA201D | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group D Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may be chosen from Group D and/or Group E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group E Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may be chosen from Group D and/or Group E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG239 | TLILIC3017B | Licence to drive a heavy combination vehicle | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WG238 | TLILIC2016B | Licence to drive a heavy rigid vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG240 | TLILIC3018B | Licence to drive a multi combination vehicle | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W9430 | CPCCLSF3001A | Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding intermediate level | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5243 | TLILIC2005A | Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5247 | TLILIC3003A | Licence to operate a bridge and gantry crane | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D5251 | TLILIC3008A | Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (up to 20 tonnes) | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D5240 | TLILIC0012A | Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9423 | CPCCLDG3001A | Licence to perform dogging | 80 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D794 | RII30112 | Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZE5 | RII30115 | Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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