Description
RIIMPO326E Conduct water vehicle operations
About this course
This nationally accredited short course covers the skills and knowledge required to load, haul and distribute water using a water vehicle. This unit derives from the RII30820 – Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations.
Application
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors, and must be sourced from the relevant jurisdiction.
Jurisdiction: This is a nationally recognised qualification that qualifies you to safely operate water on-site and can be used when applying for jobs in the civil construction and resources sector across Australia. Sites may require further training according to their standards.
Licence: A truck licence is required to accommodate the Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM), as the truck fully loaded with water exceeds the weight restrictions of a standard car licence. Link to Worksafe Qld
Unit Sector
- Civil infrastructure
- Coal mining
- Extractive
- Metalliferous mining
Course Duration
Pre-course written work will support a minimum of 1 day of face-to-face training and assessment.
RPL
Applicants with substantial industry experience may apply for recognition of prior learning.
Course Requirements
Students are required to meet the following to enrol:
Minimum age: 18
Literacy and numeracy skills to:
- read relevant workplace information
- to understand weight load limits
Provide own serviceable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including:
- Safety boots
- Hi-Vis Vest
- Long sleeves pants and shirt
Sites may require:
- Hearing protection
- Gloves
- Hard Hat
Course Outcome
Successful students receive a Statement of Attainment which is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
RIIMPO326E Conduct water vehicle operations
Link to unit details on Training.gov:RIIMPO326E