RII20220 Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations.

The Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations 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.

Possible Career Outcomes (Industries):

• Plant Service and Maintenance Operator (Quarry)
• Remote Control Room Operator
• Excavator Operator (Mining)
• Haul Truck Operator (Mining)
• Weighbridge Operator
• Grader Operator (Mining)
• Open Cut Coal Miner

Formal Training Conducted By SDS:

• School Based (VETiS)
• Workplace Based Training Available
• On-site and Correspondence Options Available

Attendance Requirements:

• Flexible Delivery Options

Qualification Packaging Rules:

9 x Total Units

4 x Core Units

• BSBSUS211 – Participate in sustainable work practices
• RIICOM201E – Communicate in the workplace
• RIIRIS201E – Conduct local risk control
• RIIWHS201E – Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

5 x Elective Units*

• Visit https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/RII20220 for a breakdown of the packaging rules pertaining to this qualification and a range of suitable elective courses

*Elective units can be substituted for a range of suitable alternative units but are subject to availability and course requirements.

Pre-requisites / Entry Requirements:
Nil

Clothing / Footwear Requirements:

• Steel-Cap Boots
• Hi-Vis Shirt/Vest
• Long Pants
• Sun-Smart Equipment (Wide Brim Hat, Sunscreen, Safety Glasses, Cold Water)

Additional Requirements:

• Driver’s License
• Medicare License
• Concession Card (If Applicable)

Course Provisions:

• All Training Material (theory and practical)
• All Assessment Material (theory and practical)
• Tea, coffee and water

Course Outcome:
On successful completion of the course students will receive a full Certificate of Qualification as well as any additional licenses completed competently through electives undertaken*.

* Please note that all students are responsible for the application and payment of any additional licencing completed under this qualification.