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Victoria: Underground Shotfirer Short Course

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VICTORIAN UNDERGROUND SHOTFIRER
SHORT COURSE

The course is specifically designed for individuals within the Mining, Drilling, and Civil Infrastructure sector who are involved in underground drill and blast operations in Victoria and require the Nationally Recognised Training units to apply for the Victorian Underground Shotfirer Licence.

Units of Competency

RIIBLA202F – Support Underground Shotfirer Operations
RIIBLA205E – Store, Handle and Transport Explosives
RIIBLA303E – Conduct Underground Development Shotfiring Operations
RIIBLA304E – Conduct Underground Production Shotfiring Operations
RIIBLA305E – Conduct Secondary Blasting

RIIBLA402E – Monitor and Control the Effects of Blasting on the Environment 

Course Components and Requirements for Statement of Attainment:

To obtain a Statement of Attainment, candidates undertake a blended learning program in partnership with site covering three components:

  1. Theory: Classroom: 5-day session available in private or public programs
  2. Operational Work Site Engagement & Experience Evidence Submission
  3. Onsite Observational and Oral Assessment: Conducted by BMI Trainers / Assessor in partnership with site to evaluate practical & theory application skills.

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum age of 18
  • Possession of a Security Clearance Card (completion of National Police and ASIO Security check))
  • Current employment on a Drill and Blast team for a minimum of 3 months
  • Ability to provide evidence of participation in shotfiring teams and blasts
  • Basic understanding of mining operations and explosives obtained through a site induction
  • Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, and comprehension)
  • Calculates measurements, products and ratios
  • Conveys information and requirements clearly and listens carefully
  • Identifies and interprets information from workplace documentation a legislation
  • Completes workplace and legislative documentation using sector-specific vocabulary, grammatical structures and convention.
  • Basic computer literacy

Equipment Requirements:

  • Computer or iPad with a camera and internet connectivity
  • Mobile phone (IOS or Android) running the SiteDocs APP. Trainees will be required to utilise mobile devices to collect workplace evidence onsite.  Prior authorisation is necessary to capture photos as supporting evidence.
  • Email address
  • Unique Student Identifier (USI) for Australian Residents

Duration: Total 183 hrs (nominal)

Candidates will be expected to complete the Course within 12 months from commencement.

Reference material will be provided with the course.

Notes About Certificate of Completion:

All candidates have access to a Certificate of Theory Completion at completion of all theory units.

A Certificate of Completion is not a recognised qualification and will not support an application for a Statutory Shotfirers licence.

The Certificate can be upgraded to a Statement of Attainment on completion of the required practical experience and assessments if completing course within 1 year from enrolment. Upgrading a Certificate to a Statement may incur additional costs

Training Schedule:

Refer to the Training Schedule for available dates for the Public Program sessions.

[NOTE: Entry into this course does not guarantee employment.]

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BMI provides drill and blast consulting services to the surface and underground mining, quarry and construction industries.

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Students undertaking nationally recognised VET courses are required to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). You can apply for your USI at www.usi.gov.au.

The USI is a reference number that is required if you are a new or continuing student undertaking accredited vocational study at BMI.

Who does the government require to have a USI?

You need a USI if you are undertaking a Nationally Recognised Training.  Without one, you will not be able to get your qualification unless you are undertaking a BMI course outside of Australia as an International Student.

When will you need to provide your USI to BMI?

You will need to have your USI on hand when completing the online enrolment form as part of the enrolment process at commencement of training.

Trainer Opportunity

Are you an experienced and motivated individual who wants to develop or expand your own business providing industry training in each of the Surface Drill and Blast Units of Competency? If so, we’re looking for you!


Blast Management International (BMI) is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #31459) providing high quality training across most blasting industries including surface, underground metalliferous, construction, oil and gas, explosives/DG driver and special effects.

As an Independent Trainer aligned with BMI you will have access to training and assessment materials as well as marketing and sales support that will enable you to develop your own business providing Nationally Recognised Training to your own clients.

These units support applications for Shotfirer Licenses and may include those aimed at Drill and Blast Engineers, Supervisors and Superintendents.

This opportunity will suit people with skills in both training and surface blasting looking to leverage your industry knowledge and contacts into a sustainable, profitable business opportunity.

For more information or to arrange a confidential discussion email me at peter@blastmanagement.com.

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