Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Underground)
Certificate IV in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Underground)
RII40315
AZB5
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 23/09/2020 | Current | 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 a supervisor or team leader in an underground metalliferous mine. They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others, contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems and apply mine management plans to the workplace. This qualification is not applicable to coal mining.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = sixteen (16)- eight (8) core units plus
- eight (8) elective units, of which:
- at least six (6) must be chosen from the electives listed
- no more than two (2) may be chosen 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 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 eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBW59 | RIIMEX404E | Apply and monitor systems for stable mining | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH646 | RIIRIS301D | Apply risk management processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH292 | RIIGOV401D | Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH100 | RIICOM301D | Communicate Information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH755 | RIIWHS301D | Conduct safety and health investigations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI33 | BSBSUS301 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL17 | BSBWHS401 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH616 | RIIQUA201D | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least six (6) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J660 | RII40313 | Certificate IV in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Underground) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGP9 | RII40320 | Certificate IV in Underground Metalliferous Mining Operations | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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