Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Small Mining Operations
Certificate III in Small Mining Operations
RII30613
J653
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 in an underground or open cut soft rock small mine, such as an opal mine. They perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgment 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 fifteen (15) units of competency made up of:- three (3) core units, and
- twelve (12) elective units of which:
- at least five (5) must be chosen from Group A
- up to seven (7) must be chosen from group B and/or group C
- up to one (1) unit may come 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH099 | RIICOM201D | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH644 | RIIRIS201D | Conduct local risk control | 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 five (5) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to seven (7) units must be chosen from Group B and/or Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to seven (7) units must be chosen from Group B and/or Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9423 | CPCCLDG3001A | Licence to perform dogging | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W9426 | CPCCLRG3001A | Licence to perform rigging basic level | 96 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D586 | RII30611 | Certificate III in Small Mining Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZE7 | RII30615 | Certificate III in Small Mining Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
