Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Resource Processing
Certificate IV in Resource Processing
RII40513
J673
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 employees such as a supervisor or team leader working in a metal or coal processing facility. They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others, contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems and apply safety management plans to the workplace.
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 twelve (12) units of competency made up of:- four (4) group A core units, and
- eight (8) elective units of which:
- one (1) must be chosen from group A
- at least one (1) must be chosen from group B
- up to four (4) must be chosen from the group C
- up to two (2) units may come from Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma 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 prerequisites to imported units listed in this qualification. Where a unit is imported
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH281 | RIIERR401D | Apply and monitor surface operations emergency preparedness and response systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH292 | RIIGOV401D | Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH100 | RIICOM301D | Communicate Information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH755 | RIIWHS301D | Conduct safety and health investigations | 40 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH646 | RIIRIS301D | Apply risk management processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH648 | RIIRIS402D | Carry out the risk management process | 80 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH620 | RIIRAI401D | Apply and monitor mine services and infrastructure systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W8891 | PMAOPS411B | Manage plant shutdown and restart | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH770 | RIIWMG402D | Monitor and coordinate waste and process water treatment | 35 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to four (4) units must be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W690 | RII40509 | Certificate IV in Resource Processing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZF0 | RII40515 | Certificate IV in Resource Processing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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