Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Drilling Operations
Certificate IV in Drilling Operations
RII40920
BFI3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 17/03/2026 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 23/03/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 12/03/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 23/09/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as senior drillers or supervisors.
They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine.
They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others and contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems.
Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying the qualification.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Eleven (11)- Six (6) core units plus
- Five (5) elective units, of which:
- at least two (2) units must be chosen from Group A
- at least two (2) units must be chosen from Group B
- one (1) unit may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
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 no 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.
1. Core Units
These units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBN17 | RIIRIS401E | Apply site risk management system | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBW24 | RIIENV402E | Implement and monitor environmental policies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL17 | BSBWHS401 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBW27 | RIINHB401E | Plan and supervise the mobilisation of equipment, crew and materials | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK93 | BSBMGT401 | Show leadership in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WH006 | RIIBEF402D | Supervise on-site operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units: Group A
At least two (2) units must be completed from Group A.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCD01 | RIISAM401E | Apply site plant, equipment and infrastructure maintenance management plans | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OBO99 | RIIRIS402E | Carry out the risk management process | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OCC72 | RIIOGD405E | Carry out well control and blow out prevention operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCC62 | RIINHB411E | Construct artesian (flowing) aquifer bores | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH504 | RIINHB412D | Construct geothermal wells | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBX32 | RIIBEF401E | Manage non-routine and complex technical situations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH017 | RIIBHD401D | Supervise blast hole drilling operations | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCC61 | RIINHB402E | Supervise drilling operations | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WH495 | RIINHB403D | Supervise geotechnical drilling operations | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. Elective Units: Group B
At least two (2) units must be completed from Group B.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZG0 | RII40915 | Certificate IV in Drilling Operations | Qualification |
General Notes
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships