Standard 11
Underground Mining
Induction Course

About the Standard 11 Underground Induction course

Standard 11 Underground is the mandatory induction course you must complete in order to work in underground coal and metaliferous mining in Queensland.

The course builds on your existing mining experience and provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to safely:

• Identify hazards
• Manage risks
• Use and control hazardous substances
• Identify and escape from hazardous underground situations unaided

The course combines the latest theoretical knowledge and underground safety practices with hands-on practical training - ensuring you graduate ready for work with the skills required to operate safely underground.

Start your journey into the mining sector today with one of Queensland's leading safety and training providers.

Who Should Complete the Standard 11 Underground Induction course?

Underground miners are in high demand, and the rewards and incentives can be high.

The Standard 11 Underground Induction course is ideal for people already working in operational roles within the mining industry. In order to enrol in this specialised elective, you must first have completed and hold a current Standard 11 qualification. The course is ideal for:

• Experienced miners looking to make the move underground.
• Experienced miners looking to make the move to Queensland from other states.
• Qualified tradespeople looking to use their highly sought-after skills for underground operations.
• Machinery operators currently working above ground and looking to switch to underground.
• Overseas skilled migrants, looking for work in Queensland mines.

Our experienced trainers will share everything they know with you about underground mining - ensuring you graduate with the right skills, attitude and a realistic outlook for a successful underground career.

Course Delivery and Assessment

In order to provide you with the best learning outcomes possible, this course is delivered via a mix of online learning and face-to-face training. You will be assigned an experienced Trainer Assessor for support throughout your course

Step 1 - Complete theory module online
Complete at your own pace within 30 days. You will be assessed via a mix of online quiz questions.

Step 2 - Attend 1 day face-to-face training
Your trainer will give you practical tasks to complete (based off the information you've learned in your online theory module).

You will need to pass both steps in order to successfully complete the course.

For those interested in completing the entire course face-to-face, please enquire online here.

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of our Standard 11 Underground Induction course, you will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for:

• RIIERR203E - Escape from hazardous situations unaided.

Your employer may require you to refresh these competencies every 2 to 5 years.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible to enrol in this specialised course, you must:

• Have already completed and hold a current qualification in the Standard 11 Surface Mining induction.
• Provide valid photo ID (driver's license, passport).
• Be at least 15 years of age.
• Internet connection and access to a desktop, laptop or tablet.
• Have a sufficient level of language, literacy, and numeracy to complete the required assessments.
• Enclosed shoes must be worn to the practical face-to-face training session.

It is a condition of enrolment in any nationally recognised training (accredited) course that you supply the training organisation with a valid unique student identifier (USI). If you don't already have a USI, you can apply for one online at www.usi.gov.au or we can apply for one for you.