RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations Course

Course Description

The RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations qualification reflects the role of individuals such as production operators, working in open cut coal or metalliferous mines or quarries, 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 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.

Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification are civil construction worker or mining labourer.

Selection Criteria

Reading and writing – a learner will be able to read,
comprehend and write a range of texts
Oral communication – a learner will be able to use
and respond to spoken language.
Numeracy and mathematics – a learner will be able
to recognise and use a variety of conventions and
symbolism of formal mathematics.
Must be over the age of 16 with guardian consent.
Some employers may want students to meet
physical requirements.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Duration

Full-time: 10 weeks
Part-time: 12 to 18 months

Location

Block 4/460-492 Beaudesert Road Salisbury Qld Or a workplace/or negotiated training location

Course Fee

This course may be funded by state skill funding.
Contact administration for this information

Units of Competency

There are 13 units of competency in this qualification:
RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and
procedures
RIIENV201E Identify and assess environmental and
heritage concerns
RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
Elective are negotiated, some examples are:
RIIGOV201E Comply with site work
processes/procedures
RIICOM301E Communicate information
BSBTWK301 Use inclusive work practices
RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies and incidents
RIISAM202E Isolate and access plant
RIIWHS205E Control traffic with stop-slow bat
MSMPER300* Issue work permits
RIIVEH201E Operate a light vehicle
RIIMPO301E Conduct hydraulic excavator operations
RIIWHS301E Conduct Safety and Health Investigations

Learning Pathways

This qualification provides a nationally recognised introduction to the construction industry. After successful attainment of this qualification, many students go onto enrolling into qualifications such as:

Various Cert III in Civil Construction trades
Cert IV or higher

Recognition of Prior Learning

All students are offered the opportunity to apply for RPL, please see the Student Handbook or enquire to the RTO for the procedure on how to apply.

Additional Fees

There could be additional fees to pass a medical, but this may be at the request of the employer. Students will require personal protective equipment (PPE).