Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 9:13 AM AWST
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Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations
Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations
RII20215
AZC3
Replaced
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 individuals working as an operator on sites such as an open cut coal mine, a quarry or an open cut metalliferous mine, undertaking a prescribed range of tasks involving known routines and procedures, and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
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
Total number of units = nine (9)- four (4) core units plus
- five (5) elective units, of which:
- at least one (1) must be chosen from Group A
- at least two (2) must be chosen from Group B
- no more than two (2) may be chosen from Group C
- 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 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 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 four (4) 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 |
| AUK77 | BSBSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WH750 | RIIWHS201D | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH291 | RIIGOV201D | Comply with site work processes/procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH616 | RIIQUA201D | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
No more than two (2) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J676 | RII20213 | Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGP7 | RII20220 | Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirement for this qualification.
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