Upon successful completion of this Nationally Recognised Qualification, students will receive a Testamur in RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations.

To be awarded RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations, the following packaging rules apply:

Total number of units = 13
3 core units plus
10 elective units, of which:

• one (1) unit must be chosen from Group A
• one (1) unit must be chosen from Group B
• at least three (3) units must be chosen from Group C
• no more than (3) units may be chosen from Group D
• no more than 2 may be from elsewhere in this or any other currently endorsed training package, or from an accredited course

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.

The elective bank contains both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the resources and infrastructure industry. 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.

Core units

RIIENV201E Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns
RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

Elective Units

Group A

RIICOM301E Communicate information

Group B

RIIGOV201E Comply with site work processes/procedures
RIIQUA201E Maintain and monitor site quality standards

Group C

RIIHAN309F Conduct telescopic material and handler operations
RIIMPO206D Conduct bulk water truck operations
RIIMPO301E Conduct hydraulic excavator operations
RIIMPO337E Conduct articulated haul truck operations
RIIMPO338E Conduct rigid haul truck operations
RIIVEH201E Operate light vehicle
RIIVEH305F Operate and maintain a four wheeled drive

Group D

HLTAID011 Provide first aid
RIIERR301E respond to work site incidents
RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies and incidents
RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platforms
RIIRIS401E Apply risk management system
RIIWHS301E Conduct safety and health investigations

ACTA Group’s Participant Advice and Selection Policy outlines in detail a process to be followed for granting Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer. This is supported with RPL resources available for all course units.

Participants must apply for RPL or credit transfer prior to or immediately after formal enrolment but prior to the commencement of the delivery of the units. Any RPL’s granted must be accepted and signed off by the participant.

Pathways for participants considering this course include:

• https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/RII30120
• Certificate III in Coal Processing & Production Operator.
• Certificate III in Mineral Processing Technician.
• Certificate III in Quarry Mobile Plant Operator; and
• Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operator or other industry related qualifications; and
• Direct entry.

After achieving this qualification, participants may undertake a Certificate IV, Diploma, or higher qualification in surface extraction related fields. This may include generic, technical, or supervisory course streams.