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 Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue (surface stream) offered by Mines Rescue is designed for individuals who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to effectively participate as a surface mine rescue emergency response team member.

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

Course nameCertificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue (surface stream)

Who should attend?Individuals who wish to participate in a surface mine rescue emergency response team as an:

ÆÆ Emergency response team member

ÆÆ Emergency services officer

DurationÆÆ 48 hours Surface Rescue

Induction (Level 1)ÆÆ 80 hours (Level 2)ÆÆ 16 hours (Level 3)ÆÆ 144 hours for full qualification

(Level 1, 2 & 3)

LocationsÆÆ LithgowÆÆ Singleton or at your siteÆÆ Moolarben

Delivery methodA combination of face-to-face classroom based training, desktop scenarios and practical training exercises.

Assessment methodAssessment is through the application of skills and knowledge and 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 on request.

Mine Emergency Response and Rescue (Surface)

Æz Mines rescue techniques and proceduresÆz Preparing and using rescue equipment Æz Operating open circuit breathing apparatusÆz Fire team operations/fight or contain external firesÆz Risk managementÆz Confined space rescueÆz Road crash rescueÆz Vertical rescue Æz Safe work practicesÆz Hazmat

Fast FactsCourse Overview

“Couldn’t fault the structure of the week. Trainer very accessible, approachable and accommodating.”

—Trent Lamont, Operator, Ravensworth Open Cut

Learning outcomesThis course has been divided into the following three levels to cater for the different skill requirements of emergency response teams. Upon successful completion of each level, participants will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the units outlined below.

Level one: Provides participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively participate in a general surface mine rescue emergency response team, responding to fire, using breathing apparatus and operating safely.

Level two: Provides participants with an additional skills set to perform vertical rescues and road crash rescues.

Level three: Provides participants with an additional skills set to perform rescues in confined space environments and incident containment tactics.

Upon successful completion of all levels participants will be issued with the (RII30715) Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue qualification.

Entry requirementsParticipants must hold a current First Aid certificate to enter this course.

Mines Rescue also encourages participants to gain knowledge and experience of the policies and procedures of their workplace before starting the course. It is also an expectation that participants have experience working in a surface 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.

Level 1 (48 hours*)Æz RIICOM201D Communicate in the

workplaceÆz RIIWHS201D Work safely and

follow WHS policies and proceduresÆz RIIRIS201D Conduct local risk

controlÆz RIIGOV201D Comply with site

work processes/proceduresÆz PUAEQU001B Prepare, maintain

and test response equipmentÆz PUAFIR207B Operate breathing

apparatus open circuitÆz RIIERR201D Conduct fire team

operationsÆz PUAFIR215 Prevent injuryÆz PUASAR022A Participate in a

rescue operation

Level 2 (80 hours*)Æz PUASAR032A Undertake vertical

rescue († pre-requisite)Æz PUASAR024A Undertake road

crash rescue († pre-requisite)

Level 3 (16 hours*)Æz PUAFIR316 Identify, detect and

monitor hazardous materials at an incidentÆz PUAFIR320 Render hazardous

materials incidents safeÆz PUASAR025A Undertake confined

space rescueÆz RIIERR302D Respond to local

emergencies and incidentsÆz RIIRIS301D Apply risk

management processesÆz HLTAID003 Provide first aid †

(course pre-requisite requirement)

*Please note hours are indicative only. †Denotes courses that are also delivered as standalone programs.

LithgowT: +61 (2) 6350 1000F: +61 (2) 6352 36843 Proto AvenueLithgow NSW 2790PO Box 338Lithgow NSW 2790

MoolarbenT: +61 (2) 6350 1000F: +61 (2) 6352 3684Murragamba Road Ulan NSW 2850PO Box 338Lithgow NSW 2790

NewcastleT: +61 (2) 4922 4400F: +61 (2) 4958 3504533 Lake Road Argenton NSW 2284PO Box 146Boolaroo NSW 2284

SingletonT: +61 (2) 6573 9000F: +61 (2) 6573 20076 Lachlan AvenueSingleton HeightsNSW 2330

WoononaT: +61 (2) 4286 5499F: +61 (2) 4285 1397558-580 Princes HighwayWoonona NSW 2517PO Box 41Corrimal NSW 2518

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