Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue
Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue
RII30713
J679
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of response and rescue team members who work in a mine site or a construction site, who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.
No licencing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of sixteen (16) units of competency made up of:- four (4) core units, and
- twelve (12) elective units of which:
- one (1) must be chosen from group A
- at least eight (8) must be chosen from group B
- one (1) may be chosen from group C
- up to two (2) 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 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 |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH750 | RIIWHS201D | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit must be chosen from Group A.
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 eight (8) units must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
One (1) unit may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8962 | PMAOHS211B | Prepare equipment for emergency response | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB923 | PUAEQU001B | Prepare, maintain and test response equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W671 | RII30709 | Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZD6 | RII30715 | Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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