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Mines Rescue has nearly 100 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 Generic Underground Induction course equips students with the required skills and knowledge to be able to enter the coal mining industry in both NSW and QLD to pursue a career as an underground coal mine operator working under direct supervision. The course also covers the requirements of QLD Standard 11 and the Underground Coal Mine Safety Skill Set (RIISS00033).
Upon successful completion of this course, students will gain skills and knowledge in:
z Communicationz WHS requirementsz Hazard identification/risk controlz Underground work environment awareness (including plan reading)z Self-escape equipment and proceduresz General equipment and machinery awarenessz Firefighting z General industry terminology
Refresher Components of this course require refreshers as per Clause 100 of the Work Health and Safety (Mines and Petroleum Sites) Regulation 2014 (NSW).
Course nameGeneric Underground Induction
Who should attend?Individuals wishing to enter or re-enter the industry or pursue work in a NSW or QLD underground coal mine.
DurationFour days
LocationsÆ LithgowÆ NewcastleÆ MoolarbenÆ SingletonÆ WoononaÆ Or at your site
Delivery methodA combination of face-to-face, classroom-based training, desktop scenarios and practical training exercises.
Our training facilities provide the opportunity to expose students to a simulated mining environment, so they are prepared for the real underground environment upon commencement of employment.
Assessment methodAssessment may include written and oral questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios.
Course feesPlease see our website or contact your local station for pricing. Onsite training costs are available upon request.
Generic Underground Induction
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Learning outcomesUpon successful completion of the Generic Underground Induction course, students will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the following units:
z RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace z RIIERR203E Escape from
hazardous situations unaided z RIIERR205D Apply initial
response First Aid z RIIERR302E Respond to local
emergencies and incidents z RIIGOV201E Comply with site
work processes/procedures z RIIRIS201E Conduct local
risk control z RIIWHS201E Work safely
and follow WHS policies and procedures
Entry requirementsNo formal previous learning is required for this course however Mines Rescue encourages students to gain knowledge and experience of the policies and procedures of their workplace before starting the course.
It is acknowledged that this is a course based on a Certificate II level qualification that requires appropriate levels of language, literacy and numeracy skills to manage course work, on-course activities and assessment tasks.
Other informationThis course includes training in the operation of a simulator oxygen generating self-contained self-rescuer to comply with Clause 100 (4) of the Work Health and Safety (Mines and Petroleum Sites) Regulation 2014 (NSW).
Further information Please refer to the Mines Rescue Student 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 Student 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.
Hunter Valley Mines Rescue Station6 Lachlan AveSingleton Heights NSW 2330p: 6573 9000 [email protected]
Newcastle Mines Rescue Station533 Lake RoadArgenton NSW 2284p: 4922 4400 [email protected]
Southern Mines Rescue StationPO Box 41Corrimal NSW 2518p: 4286 5499 [email protected]
Western Mines Rescue StationPO Box 338Lithgow NSW 2790p: 6350 1000 [email protected]
Moolarben Mines Rescue StationMurragamba RoadUlan NSW 2850p: 6350 1000 [email protected]
Last updated: 17 Sep 2021Mines Rescue Pty Limited: ABN 15 099 078 261 • RTO ID 90508