Shotfire Short Course Refresher

Shotfire Short Course Refresher

The Shotfirer (Refresher) short course is for the skills and knowledge to support and conduct surface blasting. It includes supervising storage and transport of explosives and accessories, conducting blasts and carrying out post-blast activities.

Course Details

  • Course Fee: $1,500 (+ on-site trainer costs)
  • Delivery Method: Blended
  • Duration: 4 weeks
  • Targeted Cohort: Existing workers

Course Requirements and Details

Entry Requirements
  • Be 18 years or older
  • Currently holds RIIBLA205E, RIIBLA301E, and RIIBLA305E which are less than 5 years old
  • Have sound language and literacy skills
  • Have basic computer skills
  • Currently working in the mining industry
Units of Competency
  • RIIBLA205E Store, handle and transport explosives
  • RIIBLA301E Conduct surface shotfiring operations
  • RIIBLA305E Conduct secondary blasting
Assessment
  • Multiple choice questions
  • Short Answer questions
Resources Required
  • Computer or similar device
  • Access to the internet
  • A mining workplace.

Potential Job Outcomes
  • Blast crew, Assistant shotfirer, Surface Shotfirer
Is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) available?
  • Yes
Policies and Procedures

Please read the Student Handbook and other policies and procedures including the Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy, RPL and Credit Transfer Policy prior to enrolling. See links at bottom of page.

Get in Touch

Contact Details

Mining Skills Australia Pty Ltd
ABN: 24 635 893 220
RTO Code: 45868

+61 7 3556 3982

Level 7, 26 Wharf Street
Brisbane Queensland Australia 4000

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Level 7
26 Wharf Street
Brisbane QLD Australia 4000

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