Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation
Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation
RII20113
J654
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 roles of individuals who perform mainly routine tasks and procedures, using limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge, and taking some responsibility for the quality of the work outcomes.
This Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation is a pathway qualification and will prepare an individual in successfully undertaking a sector specified Certificate III from the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package.
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:- three (3) core units, and
- six (6) elective units of which:
- at least three (3) must be chosen from group A and/or group B
- up to three (3) may be chosen from group C
- up to one (1) unit may be chosen from Certificate II or Certificate III level from this, or any other Training Package
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH644 | RIIRIS201D | Conduct local risk control | 20 | 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
At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group A and/or Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH657 | RIISAM207D | Apply operational maintenance skills | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WH077 | RIICCM201D | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WH305 | RIIHAN211D | Conduct basic scaffolding operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH265 | RIIERR201D | Conduct fire team operations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WH656 | RIISAM205D | Cut, weld and bend materials | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WH652 | RIISAM201D | Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WH653 | RIISAM202D | Isolate and access plant | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH295 | RIIHAN201D | Operate a forklift | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH733 | RIIVEH201D | Operate light vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH303 | RIIHAN209D | Perform basic rigging | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH302 | RIIHAN208D | Perform dogging | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH696 | RIISTD201D | Read and interpret maps | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH654 | RIISAM203D | Use hand and power tools | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group A and/or Group B.
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 |
| W9423 | CPCCLDG3001A | Licence to perform dogging | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W9426 | CPCCLRG3001A | Licence to perform rigging basic level | 96 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH099 | RIICOM201D | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH291 | RIIGOV201D | Comply with site work processes/procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH751 | RIIWHS202D | Enter and work in confined spaces | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WH616 | RIIQUA201D | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0779 | BSBITU101A | Operate a personal computer | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1021 | BSBSUS201A | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WH001 | RIIBEF201D | Plan and organise work | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH079 | RIICCM203D | Read and interpret plans and job specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WH645 | RIIRIS202D | Respond to site based spills | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH753 | RIIWHS204D | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W654 | RII20109 | Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZF9 | RII20115 | Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements to this Qualification.
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