Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
RII30115
AZE5
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 25/01/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 23/09/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 3.00 | 31/01/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 11/12/2018 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 14/12/2015 | Replaced | 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
The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.Total number of units = thirteen (13)
- three (3) core units plus
- 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
- no more than (3) may be chosen from Group D
- no more than (2) may be chosen from 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.
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
No more than three (3) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J656 | RII30113 | Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGQ3 | RII30120 | Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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