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Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining

This qualification covers entry-level work in underground coal mines under direct supervision. It includes escaping from danger, first aid, strata control, ventilation, managing spontaneous combustion and following site procedures. People who already work underground in coal mines may be able to have their skills recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
RII20315 Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining (not equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

Entry-level underground coal miners who want their basic mining skills formally recognised.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Underground coal miner
  • Underground mine worker
  • Trainee miner
  • Mine labourer

Qualification structure

11 units in total. The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency. 2 elective units of which no more than one (1) 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. Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.

Core units

9 units
  1. RIICOM201ECommunicate in the workplace
  2. RIIERR203EEscape from hazardous situations unaided
  3. RIIERR205DApply initial response first aid
  4. RIIGOV201EComply with site work processes/procedures
  5. RIIMCU208EConduct basic strata control operations
  6. RIIMCU214EConduct ventilation operations
  7. RIIMCU217Apply spontaneous combustion management measures
  8. RIIRIS201EConduct local risk control
  9. RIIWHS201EWork safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

Elective units

18 units
  1. RIIERR201Conduct fire team operations
  2. RIIERR204EProvide aided rescue to endangered personnel
  3. RIIMCU203DConduct wheeled vehicle operations (non-articulated)
  4. RIIMCU204DConduct wheeled vehicle operations (articulated)
  5. RIIMCU205DConduct rotational drilling
  6. RIIMCU210DConduct stonedusting operations
  7. RIIMCU211DInstall and maintain explosion barriers
  8. RIIMCU212EConstruct and maintain basic ventilation devices
  9. RIIMCU216DMaintain lamp cabin operations
  10. RIIMCU218Work safely with polymeric chemicals in underground coal mining
  11. RIIMPO208FOperate support equipment
  12. RIIRIS202ERespond to site based spills
  13. RIISAM207EApply operational maintenance skills
  14. RIIUND207EConduct underground lifting operations
  15. RIIUND209EOperate automated winder
  16. RIIVEH201EOperate a light vehicle
  17. RIIVEH202FOperate a medium vehicle
  18. RIIWMG202DConduct dewatering operations in underground mining operations

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the qualification.

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