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Advance your career with PIMS Training, offering essential courses for workplace performance and safety.

Keeping you on course

PIMS Training offers courses that are essential to performance and safety in the workplace.

Whether you are looking to develop competencies in your current role or wanting to improve your skills for career progression, PIMS trainers have the industry background to ensure that your training experience is relevant and interesting.   

We use real case studies, interactive activities and flexible delivery to ensure that you are equipped to apply your new knowledge and skills in the workplace.

Supervisor Course

Essential skills aimed at personnel who work in a supervisory role in the coal mining industry, or have safety and health obligations as a Safety & Health Representative.

Standard 11 Surface and Underground Induction

An important group of competencies aimed at personnel working or planning to work underground at a Queensland Coal Mine. This course is suitable for anyone regardless of their role, employer or site.

Conduct Face Ventilation Operations

An essential skill aimed at personnel working in underground coal in either production, support or supervisory roles who require a general knowledge of ventilation and gas principles, or whose duties include the ventilation and monitoring of active or standing faces.

Supervisor Refresher

Essential skills aimed at personnel needing to renew their supervisory competencies to continue working in the coal mining industry.

Standard 11 Surface and Underground Refresher

Essential skills aimed at personnel needing to renew their surface and underground induction to continue working underground in a Queensland Coal Mine.

Ventilation Bundles

You can bundle different ventilation units together in various combinations according to your needs, for a more time-effective and cost-effective solution.

Standard 11 Surface Induction

An important group of competencies aimed at personnel working or planning to work on the surface of a Queensland Coal Mine. 

Construct and Maintain Basic Ventilation Devices

An important competency aimed at personnel working in underground coal who are required to construct and maintain basic ventilation devices as part of their duties, or supervise the construction of such. 

Standard 11 Surface Refresher

Essential skills aimed at personnel needing to renew their surface  induction to continue working on the surface of a Queensland Coal Mine. 

Construct and Maintain Ventilation Devices

An essential skill aimed at personnel working in underground coal in either production or support roles, who are required to construct and maintain all types of ventilation devices, or supervise the construction of such.

Book your training now.

If you want more information please phone our office.

Booking Process

If you have any general enquiries or specific needs, please let us know during the booking process so that we can address them.

Upon confirmation of your booking, you will be given various information including course details, payment policies, course requirements and any other information relevant to your training program.

Payment Terms

Accepted Methods of Payment are:

  1. Purchase Order for approved creditors. Purchase orders are to be sent to ar@pimsgroup.com.au at least 5 business days prior to the start of the course or upon booking (if the booking is made less than 5 days prior to course). Receipts will be issued upon remittance.

  2. EFTPOS. Card details need to be provided upon booking into the course. Payment must be made at the start of the course on Day 1. Receipts will be issued upon payment.

Payment of fees is required either upon commencement of the course (for EFTPOS) or within 30 days (for approved creditors). No statements or certificates shall be issued until fees have been paid in full, and a USI has been provided.

Cancellations and Refunds

If PIMS Training cancels or reschedules a course, students can terminate their booking with a full refund or transfer their booking to any future available date for that course, whichever they prefer.

Once a course has commenced, no refund is available to students who leave or withdraw from the course before its completion, unless they can provide a medical certificate or proof of extreme personal hardship.

If a student or client gives at least 3 business days notice to cancel a booking, they will not be charged. Alternatively, any paid monies can be held in credit towards future bookings. However, if a student or client fails to give at least 3 business days notice to cancel a booking or fails to attend a course, full payment will be required.

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Supervisor Course

Essential skills aimed at personnel who work in a supervisory role in the coal mining industry, or have safety and health obligations as a Safety & Health Representative. (Note – the supervisory role does not necessarily involve a statutory position).

Units and Course Content

These are the latest supervisor competencies from the new RII Training Package for personnel working in a supervisory role or who have safety and health obligations as a Safety and Health Representative (formerly known as S1, S2, S3).  Course content covers the application of risk management processes in the workplace, conducting safety and health investigations, legislative requirements, and effective communication in the workplace.

RIICOM301E Communicate Information
RIIRIS301E Apply Risk Management Processes
RIIWHS301E Conduct Safety & Health Investigations

This course includes:

  • How to effectively communicate with others in the workforce using various means of communication including oral communication, written communication, meetings, presentations, negotiations and feedback.

  • How to effectively apply risk management processes in their workplace including task planning, hazard identification, risk evaluation, identifying controls, and reviewing risk management. It also includes the legislative requirements related to risk management practices.

  • How to conduct safety and health investigations in the workplace including preparations, collecting evidence, analysing information, identifying corrective actions, preparing investigation reports and reviewing the investigation process. It also includes the legislative requirements related to the notification and investigation of accidents and incidents.

Duration

3 days

(1 day per unit)

Plus verification of workplace activities

Investment

Full Course  $400

Individual units  $200

Pathways

Full course

Options

3 units bundled together,
or individual units can be undertaken if required.

Pre-requisites

No formal pre-requisites.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Supervisor Refresher

Essential skills aimed at personnel needing to renew their supervisory competencies to continue working in the coal mining industry. (Note – the supervisory role does not necessarily involve a statutory position).

Units and Course Content

This course is a refresher course for 3 supervisory competencies, RIICOM301E , RIIRIS301E , RIIWHS301E (formerly known as S1, S2, S3).

RIICOM301E Communicate Information
RIIRIS301E Apply Risk Management Processes
RIIWHS301E Conduct Safety & Health Investigations

This course includes:

  • How to effectively communicate with others in the workforce using various means of communication including oral communication, written communication, meetings, presentations, negotiations and feedback.

  • How to effectively apply risk management processes in their workplace including task planning, hazard identification, risk evaluation, identifying controls, and reviewing risk management. It also includes the legislative requirements related to risk management practices.

  • How to conduct safety and health investigations in the workplace including preparations, collecting evidence, analysing information, identifying corrective actions, preparing investigation reports and reviewing the investigation process. It also includes the legislative requirements related to the notification and investigation of accidents and incidents.

Duration

1 day

Investment

$250

Pathways

Refresher or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Options

3 units,
bundled together

Pre-requisites

Must provide evidence that they have supervisor experience or already have competency in the supervisor units.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Standard 11 Surface Induction

An important group of competencies aimed at personnel working or planning to work on the surface of a Queensland Coal Mine. This course is suitable for anyone regardless of their role, employer or site.

Units and Course Content

This course is the introductory course for a Standard 11 Surface induction, with an on-the-job practical component.

RIIGOV201E Comply with site work processes & procedures
RIIWHS201E Work safely & follow WHS policies & procedures
RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
RIIRIS201E Conduct Local Risk Control
RIIERR205D Apply Initial Response First Aid
RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies & incidents

This course includes:

    • Hierarchy of legislation and other procedures that apply in the coal mining industry

    • Pre-shift requirements and processes

    • Notification and reporting requirements

    • Interpreting mine plans

    • Communication and receiving instructions

    • Workplace requirements for PPE and Fit For Work

    • Manual handling techniques

    • Vehicular interaction, isolation and tagging procedures

    • Identifying hazards and managing risk

    • Environmental responsibilities, emergency actions and evacuation

    • Initial response first aid, fire theory and extinguishing fires

    • Various other specific requirements to manage high risk activities onsite

Duration

2 days

Plus verification of workplace activities

Investment

$650

Pathways

Full course

Options

6 surface units,
bundled together

Pre-requisites

No formal pre-requisites.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Standard 11 Surface Refresher

Essential skills aimed at personnel needing to renew their surface induction to continue working on the surface of a Queensland Coal Mine. This course is suitable for anyone regardless of their role, employer or site.

Units and Course Content

This course is a refresher course for a Standard 11 Surface induction.

RIIGOV201E Comply with site work processes & procedures
RIIWHS201E Work safely & follow WHS policies & procedures
RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
RIIRIS201E Conduct Local Risk Control
RIIERR205D Apply Initial Response First Aid
RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies & incidents

This course includes:

    • Hierarchy of legislation and other procedures that apply in the coal mining industry

    • Pre-shift requirements and processes

    • Notification and reporting requirements

    • Interpreting mine plans

    • Communication and receiving instructions

    • Workplace requirements for PPE and Fit For Work

    • Manual handling techniques

    • Vehicular interaction, isolation and tagging procedures

    • Identifying hazards and managing risk

    • Environmental responsibilities, emergency actions and evacuation

    • Initial response first aid, fire theory and extinguishing fires

    • Various other specific requirements to manage high risk activities onsite

Duration

1 day

Investment

$270

Pathways

Refresher or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Options

6 surface units,
bundled together

Pre-requisites

Must provide evidence of working in the coal mining industry for the past 5 years or currently hold these competencies.

Low level of literacy, numeracy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, communicating with co-workers and filling out paperwork)

Standard 11 Surface and Underground Induction

An important group of competencies aimed at personnel working or planning to work underground at a Queensland Coal Mine. This course is suitable for anyone regardless of their role, employer or site.

Units and Course Content

This course is the introductory course for a Standard 11 Surface and Underground induction, with an on-the-job practical component.

Surface Units:

RIIGOV201E Comply with site work processes & procedures
RIIWHS201E Work safely & follow WHS policies & procedures
RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
RIIRIS201E Conduct Local Risk Control
RIIERR205D Apply Initial Response First Aid
RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies & incidents

Underground Unit:

RIIERR203E Escape from hazardous situations unaided

This course includes:

    • Hierarchy of legislation and other procedures that apply in the coal mining industry

    • Pre-shift requirements and processes

    • Notification and reporting requirements

    • Interpreting mine plans

    • Communication and receiving instructions

    • Workplace requirements for PPE and Fit For Work

    • Manual handling techniques

    • Vehicular interaction, isolation and tagging procedures

    • Identifying hazards and managing risk

    • Environmental responsibilities, emergency actions and evacuation

    • Initial response first aid, fire theory and extinguishing fires

    • Various other specific requirements to manage high risk activities onsite

    • Underground mining methods

    • Underground emergencies & evacuation processes

    • Underground specific processes including strata control, ventilation, gases, self rescuers & communication devices

Duration

3 days

Plus verification of workplace activities

Investment

$750

Pathways

Full course

Options

6 surface units &
1 underground unit,
bundled together

Pre-requisites

No formal pre-requisites.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Standard 11 Surface and Underground Refresher

Essential skills aimed at personnel needing to renew their surface and underground induction to continue working underground in a Queensland Coal Mine. This course is suitable for anyone regardless of their role, employer or site.

Units and Course Content

This course is a refresher course for a Standard 11 Surface and Underground induction.

Surface Units:

RIIGOV201E Comply with site work processes & procedures
RIIWHS201E Work safely & follow WHS policies & procedures
RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
RIIRIS201E Conduct Local Risk Control
RIIERR205D Apply Initial Response First Aid
RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies & incidents

Underground Unit:

RIIERR203E Escape from hazardous situations unaided

This course includes:

    • Hierarchy of legislation and other procedures that apply in the coal mining industry

    • Pre-shift requirements and processes

    • Notification and reporting requirements

    • Interpreting mine plans

    • Communication and receiving instructions

    • Workplace requirements for PPE and Fit For Work

    • Manual handling techniques

    • Vehicular interaction, isolation and tagging procedures

    • Identifying hazards and managing risk

    • Environmental responsibilities, emergency actions and evacuation

    • Initial response first aid, fire theory and extinguishing fires

    • Various other specific requirements to manage high risk activities onsite

Duration

1 day

Investment

$340

Pathways

Refresher or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Options

6 surface units,
bundled together

Pre-requisites

Must provide evidence of working in the coal mining industry for the past 5 years or currently hold these competencies.

Low level of literacy, numeracy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, communicating with co-workers and filling out paperwork)

Construct and Maintain Basic Ventilation Devices

An important competency aimed at personnel working in underground coal who are required to construct and maintain basic ventilation devices as part of their duties, or supervise the construction of such.

Units and Course Content

This course covers how to construct and install basic ventilation devices.

RIIMCU212E Construct & Maintain Basic Ventilation Devices

This course includes:

  • You’ll be competent in constructing and installing:

    • Different types of stoppings (short-term/long-term, rated/non-rated, machine doors, coffin boxes)

    • Regulators

    The course also includes:

    • Equipment

    • Methodology

    • Hazards and construction options

    • Inspection and maintenance requirements for each device

Duration

1 day

Plus verification of workplace activities

Investment

$300

Pathways

Full training and assessment, Refresher or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Options

Stand-alone unit, or bundled with other ventilation competencies.

Pre-requisites

Underground Generic or Site Induction with some underground coal experience.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Construct and Maintain Ventilation Devices

An essential skill aimed at personnel working in underground coal in either production or support roles, who are required to construct and maintain all types of ventilation devices, or supervise the construction of such.

Units and Course Content

This course covers how to construct and install all types of ventilation devices.

RIIMCU302F Construct & Maintain Ventilation Devices

This course includes:

  • You’ll be competent in constructing and installing:

    • Stoppings

    • Coffin boxes

    • Machine doors

    • Overcasts and Undercasts

    • Seals

    • Balance chambers

    • Bulkheads

    • Regulators

    The course also includes:

    • Preparation and setup

    • Equipment

    • Methodology

    • Hazards and construction options

    • Preparation, inspection and maintenance requirements for each device

Duration

1.5 days

Plus verification of workplace activities

Investment

$450

Pathways

Full training and assessment, Refresher or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Options

Stand-alone unit, or bundled with other ventilation competencies.

Pre-requisites

Underground Generic or Site Induction with some underground coal experience.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Conduct Face Ventilation Operations

An essential skill aimed at personnel working in underground coal in either production, support or supervisory roles who require a general knowledge of ventilation and gas principles, or whose duties include the ventilation and monitoring of active or standing faces.

Units and Course Content

This course covers general ventilation principles, ventilation plans, ventilation circuits and preparing for ventilation activities, how to construct and install face ventilation.

RIIMCU214E Conduct Face Ventilation Operations

This course includes:


  • You’ll be competent in constructing and installing:

    • Brattice methods

    • Stoppings

    • Auxiliary fans

    • Vent tubes

    • Venturi

    We’ll also show you how to:

    • Monitor ventilation status

    • Monitor gases

    • Recognise and respond to hazardous ventilation conditions

    • Inspect and rectify ventilation devices and conditions

Duration

1 day

Plus verification of workplace activities

Investment

$300

Pathways

Full training and assessment, Refresher or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Options

Stand-alone unit, or bundled with other ventilation competencies.

Pre-requisites

Underground Generic or Site Induction with some underground coal experience.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Ventilation Bundles

Important skills aimed at personnel working in production, support or supervisory roles whose duties include face ventilation and/or the construction and maintenance of ventilation devices or the supervision of.

Units and Course Content

You can bundle different ventilation units together in various combinations according to your needs, for a more time-effective and cost-effective solution.

Refer to stand-alone units for each course content.

Available Combinations:

Combo A: RIIMCU212E & RIIMCU214E

Combo B: RIIMCU212E & RIIMCU302F

Combo C: RIIMCU212E, RIIMCU214E & RIIMCU302F

This course includes:

  • Covers general ventilation principles, ventilation plans, ventilation circuits and preparing for ventilation activities, how to construct and install face ventilation.

  • How to construct and maintain basic ventilation devices.

  • How to construct and install all types of ventilation devices.

Duration

Combo A: 2 days

Combo B: 1.5 days

Combo C: 3 days

Investment

Call us to find out the price of your combination

Options

3 Combinations available

Pre-requisites

Underground Generic or Site Induction with some underground coal experience.

Moderate level of language, literacy and writing skills (sufficient for reading, generating written documents and oral delivery of information)

Book your training now.

If you want more information please phone our office.

Booking Process

If you have any general enquiries or specific needs, please let us know during the booking process so that we can address them.

Upon confirmation of your booking, you will be given various information including course details, payment policies, course requirements and any other information relevant to your training program.

Payment Terms

Accepted Methods of Payment are:

  1. Purchase Order for approved creditors. Purchase orders are to be sent to ar@pimsgroup.com.au at least 5 business days prior to the start of the course or upon booking (if the booking is made less than 5 days prior to course). Receipts will be issued upon remittance.

  2. EFTPOS. Card details need to be provided upon booking into the course. Payment must be made at the start of the course on Day 1. Receipts will be issued upon payment.

Payment of fees is required either upon commencement of the course (for EFTPOS) or within 30 days (for approved creditors). No statements or certificates shall be issued until fees have been paid in full, and a USI has been provided.

Cancellations and Refunds

If PIMS Training cancels or reschedules a course, students can terminate their booking with a full refund or transfer their booking to any future available date for that course, whichever they prefer.

Once a course has commenced, no refund is available to students who leave or withdraw from the course before its completion, unless they can provide a medical certificate or proof of extreme personal hardship.

If a student or client gives at least 3 business days notice to cancel a booking, they will not be charged. Alternatively, any paid monies can be held in credit towards future bookings. However, if a student or client fails to give at least 3 business days notice to cancel a booking or fails to attend a course, full payment will be required.

Need to upskill?

Book a course today