Mines Rescue has almost 90 years experience assisting the mining industry to manage risk and operate safely. To ensure the highest quality standards, Mines Rescue plays a pivotal role in training through its Registered Training Organisation, offering training programs that have been developed by mining and emergency response professionals with national qualifications.

The Control Room Operator course offered by Mines Rescue prepares participants with the technical skills and knowledge required to monitor, control, and report on mining operational processes within the coal industry. The course also provides participants with the training to assist with emergency response communications and compliance.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will gain skills and knowledge in:

Course nameControl Room Operator

Who should attend?Individuals working in the coal industry wishing to gain the skills and knowledge to perform the duties of a Control Room Operator.

DurationThree days

LocationsÆÆ Lithgow or at your site

Delivery methodA combination of classroom based training as well as practical exercises in both the underground simulator and virtual reality facilities.

Assessment methodAssessment may include written and oral questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios.

Course feesPlease see our pricing document available on our website. Onsite training costs are available upon request.

Control Room Operator

Æz Communicating information Æz Monitoring operationsÆz Monitoring mine processes

to identify equipment and service availability continuity of production

Æz Reporting faults within processesÆz Recording and reporting status

reports and operational informationÆz Emergency responseÆz Monitoring and reporting on coal

mine gases

Fast FactsCourse Overview

Learning outcomesUpon successful completion of the Control Room Operator course, participants will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the following units:

Æz RIIMCU311D Monitor control processesÆz RIICOM301D Communicate

information

These units contribute to the completion of the Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations (RII30215).

Entry requirementsNo formal previous learning is required for this course however Mines Rescue encourages participants to gain knowledge and experience of the policies and procedures of their workplace before starting the course. It is also an expectation, however not essential, that participants have experience working in a coal mine environment.

It is acknowledged that this is a course based on a Certificate III level qualification that requires appropriate levels of language, literacy and numeracy skills to manage course work, in-course activities and assessment tasks.

Further informationPlease refer to the Mines Rescue Participant Handbook located on our website for relevant policy information, including Payment Terms and Conditions and Refund and Fees Policy.

If you believe you already hold some or all of the skills, knowledge and/or experience for this course, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). You are encouraged to refer to our Participant Handbook and RPL/CT Handbook for Applicants and speak with Mines Rescue prior to commencing training.

For any further information please contact your local Mines Rescue station or visit our website www.minesrescueservices.com.

“The facilities at Mines Rescue are exceptional, particularly the 3D virtual reality system. The standard of training provided was first class, the format and content of the course was relevant and interesting, and the practical scenarios provided were beneficial to all trainees.” —Shari Brown, Control Room Operator

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