Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11)
Gain the essential safety skills and knowledge required to work in surface coal mining operations. RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) provides the foundational training required for entry into many coal mine sites and mining-related roles.
Coming soon. Register your interest or ask us about a group booking.
Course outline
RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set, commonly known as Standard 11, is a nationally recognised skill set that provides the core safety training required for individuals working in, or seeking entry to, Queensland surface coal mining operations. The skill set addresses the requirements of Recognised Standard 11 and is widely recognised across the coal mining industry as a key entry requirement for site access and employment.
The course develops the fundamental skills and knowledge required to work safely within a surface coal mining environment, including workplace communication, risk management, work health and safety requirements, site procedures, emergency response, and first aid (HLTAID011 Provide First Aid). Participants learn how to identify and control workplace hazards, comply with site safety requirements, respond to incidents and emergencies, and contribute to a safe and productive work environment. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set.
Common questions
Can I book the RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) now?
Not yet. You can register interest now, or contact us to discuss a group booking for your workplace, and we will confirm dates and a written quote when sessions are available.
How is the RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) delivered?
The RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) is delivered face to face by S2C Training (RTO 45605): online pre-course learning in aXcelerate, then two practical days, a first aid day (HLTAID011) and a surface mine safety day, with every skill observed by the trainer and assessor. It can't be completed fully online.
Courses are run mainly for employer groups at the client's site in Queensland or at our Woolloongabba premises. Contact us to register interest or to discuss a group booking for your workplace.
How long does the RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) take?
The full course is about 18.75 hours: around 5.75 hours of online pre-course learning, then two face-to-face days (a 6-hour first aid day and a 7-hour surface mine safety day).
If you hold a current HLTAID011 Provide First Aid statement of attainment, you can get credit transfer for that unit and attend the surface mine safety day only, about 10 hours in total including the online learning.
How much does the RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) cost?
The RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) is quoted in writing for each group booking, based on group size and location. The quote confirms all fees before anyone enrols or pays, and the deposit and $1,500 limits in our Fees, Payments and Refunds Policy apply to each student.
Contact us to register interest or to discuss a group booking for your workplace.
Is the RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set (Standard 11) nationally recognised?
Yes. When you achieve all six units, S2C Training (RTO 45605) issues a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set: HLTAID011, RIICOM201E, RIIERR302E, RIIGOV201E, RIIRIS201E and RIIWHS201E.
If you achieve only some units, your statement of attainment lists those units. Each mine still gives its own site induction.
What you'll study
Before you register
What This Skill Set Prepares You For
Commonly known as Standard 11, this nationally recognised skill set provides the core safety training required to work in, or seek entry to, Queensland surface coal mining operations. It addresses the requirements of Recognised Standard 11 and is widely recognised across the coal mining industry as a key entry requirement for site access and employment.
Who This Course Suits
This course suits people seeking entry to surface coal mining roles, as well as contractors, trades, and support workers who need site access. There are no formal entry requirements. As a two-day course covering practical safety skills, learners should be prepared for hands-on participation.
How It’s Delivered and Assessed
This skill set is delivered over two days and includes practical safety training and assessment. It comprises six units covering workplace communication, risk control, WHS policies and procedures, site processes, emergency response, and first aid (HLTAID011 Provide First Aid). On successful completion, learners receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for RIISS00134.
USI & Certification
To receive a Statement of Attainment, students must have a verified Unique Student Identifier (USI), unless exempt. Certification will be issued within 30 calendar days of being assessed as competent and any outstanding fees being paid.
Currency & Site Access
On successful completion you receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for RIISS00134. Under Queensland coal mining safety and health legislation, Standard 11 competency must be refreshed under the mine's training scheme at least once every five years - and some sites require more frequent refresher training. It is your responsibility to keep your Standard 11 current.
Standard 11 is widely recognised as a core entry requirement, but it does not by itself guarantee site access. Each coal mine operator sets its own site-specific induction and entry requirements, and access and employment are subject to those requirements. Many roles also require a current Coal Board Medical, which is arranged separately through an approved provider under the Coal Mine Workers' Health Scheme and is not provided by S2C Training. You should confirm the specific requirements with your prospective employer or site.
Learner Support & Reasonable Adjustment
Students have access to trainer support throughout the course. S2C Training provides reasonable adjustment where appropriate while maintaining the integrity of the training and assessment requirements. As this course includes practical assessment, please discuss any support needs with us before your scheduled session.
Credit Transfer
S2C Training recognises eligible nationally recognised training completed with other RTOs through the Credit Transfer process. Students may apply and provide supporting documentation for assessment.
Transition Arrangements
Where a qualification is superseded, deleted, or substantially amended, S2C Training will manage student transitions in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and organisational policies and will advise students of any available options.
Not Applicable