Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations
Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations
RII20213
J676
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as an operator on sites such as an open cut coal mine, a quarry or an open cut metalliferous mine, undertaking a prescribed range of tasks involving known routines and procedures, and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
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 nine (9) units of competency made up of:- four (4) core units, and
- five (5) elective units of which:
- one (1) must be chosen from group A
- at least two (2) must be chosen from the group B
- up to two (2) may be chosen from group C
- up to two (2) may be chosen from group D
- up to two (2) 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 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 four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH099 | RIICOM201D | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH644 | RIIRIS201D | Conduct local risk control | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1021 | BSBSUS201A | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WH750 | RIIWHS201D | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH291 | RIIGOV201D | Comply with site work processes/procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH616 | RIIQUA201D | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be chosen from the Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to two (2) of the five (5) units required may 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 two (2) of the five (5) units required may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9429 | CPCCLSF2001A | Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5241 | TLILIC2001A | Licence to operate a forklift truck | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5249 | TLILIC3006A | Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W9423 | CPCCLDG3001A | Licence to perform dogging | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W9426 | CPCCLRG3001A | Licence to perform rigging basic level | 96 | Unit of competency |
| W9427 | CPCCLRG3002A | Licence to perform rigging intermediate level | 24 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W655 | RII20209 | Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZC3 | RII20215 | Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirement for this Qualification.
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