Standard 11 Generic Coal Mine Induction (Surface) Refresher Training

This Standard 11 Generic Coal Mine Induction Refresher - Surface course is designed for individuals who have previously completed the full Standard 11 Induction and need to refresh their competencies to maintain compliance with site and legislative requirements.

Under the Queensland Coal Mining Safety and Health Act 1999, workers are required to refresh their Standard 11 competencies at least every five years (or more frequently depending on site-specific requirements) to remain current and eligible to work on coal mine sites.

This refresher course reinforces critical safety knowledge and updated students on industry changes, legislative updates and current best practices in surface coal mining environments.

Students will refresh their knowledge in:

• Hazard identification and risk management
• Emergency response and first aid principles
• Effective workplace communication and reporting
• Safety communication and reporting
• WHS policies, procedures and compliance obligations

On successful completion of this program, participants will be awarded the following Nationally Recognised Units of Competency:

• RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
• RIIERR205D Apply initial response first aid
• RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies and incidents
• RIIGOV201E Comply with site work processes / procedures
• RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
• RIIRIS201E Conduct local risk control

Pre-Requisites

Must provide evidence of previously completing a Standard 11 Generic Coal Mine Induction course

FSA Entry Requirements:

• Must be over the age of 18 years
• Must have access to a computer and basic computer skills
• USI and sufficient language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills required to complete the course
• Fitness to participate along with clothing and footwear appropriate to delivery site. This may include PPE

Physical Requirements:

This course requires a moderate to high level of stamina, mobility, strength, and dexterity, as it involves multiple practical emergency and workplace safety scenarios.

To successfully complete this course, you will need to be physically able to:

• Walk, stand, and participate in site safety meetings and inspections.
• Hold and operate two-way radios for communication exercises.
• Complete Take 5s, hazard reports, and JSEA forms at the work site.
• Bend, stoop, and kneel for vehicle pre-start checks and tyre change activities (lifting a tyre ~15–20kg).
• Operate fire extinguishers (5–9kg) and fire blankets safely.
• Perform CPR for 2 minutes on adult and infant manikins, and apply basic first aid techniques.
• Complete incident reports, tag out faulty/used equipment, and participate in debriefs.

Key overall physical demands

• Mobility and stamina – walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, participating in multiple scenarios
• Manual handling – fire extinguisher (5–9kg), tyre/wheel (~15–20kg), tools, casualty handling (simulated)
• Strength and endurance – CPR, lifting tyres, extinguisher use
• Dexterity and grip – radios, AED, tools, bandages, extinguisher handles
• Tolerance – extended participation in outdoor or simulated mine site environments (heat, noise, PPE)