Mines Rescue & Training

Airborne Contaminants, Fire and Explosions (MOC)

Education and Training | Training Categories | SMC11&12 - Airborne Contaminants, Fire and Explosions (MOC)

Introduction

This course refreshes your knowledge and understanding of managing airborne contaminants, fire and explosions in the mining industry.  

Who should attend?

Practising certificate holders for any class of mine to satisfy the maintenance of competence requirements for the NSW Resources Regulator.

What you will learn
  • Legislation and regulations
  • Types of airborne contaminants
  • Risks of airborne contaminants
  • Monitoring and controls
  • Theory of fire
  • Typical mine fire fuels and ignition sources
  • Fire management
  • Explosion protection systems
Credential issued

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Statement of Attendance for the following:

  • Airborne Contaminants
  • Fire and Explosions
Course delivery

This course is delivered through classroom-based training and exercises.

Duration

Full day

Entry requirements
  • There are no formal pre-requisites for this course.
  • Mines Rescue recommends you be aware of the policies and procedures of your workplace before starting the course.
Other information

What we include when training is at a Mines Rescue Station:

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Lunch
  • Additional PPE specific to your training

What you need to bring:

  • Fully enclosed footwear 

Upcoming workshops

Please note: credit card payment is required at the time of enrolment. For alternative payment options, please contact the Mines Rescue station directly.
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All LocationsGunnedahNewcastleSouthernHunter ValleyMoolarbenWestern
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Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.

Students Under 18

Mines Rescue minimum age for enrolment is 15 years. If you are under 18 years of age we will require your parent or guardian to sign your Student Enrolment Form. Please contact a Mines Rescue Station directly to enquire or enrol into your course.

Visa Holders

Mines Rescue is not CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) registered. If you are visiting Australia and hold a visa, please contact Mines Rescue directly prior to enrolling into any of our courses.

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Student handbook and recognition of prior learning

Please read the Student Handbook for Terms and Conditions, including payment and refund policies. If you believe you may already hold some of the knowledge and/or experience for this course, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Please read our RPL/Credit Transfer Handbook or speak with Mines Rescue prior to enrolment. Mines Rescue is committed to handling any student complaints or appeals in a fair and timely manner. Please refer to our Complaints and Assessment Appeals Policy for more information.

About Mines Rescue

Mines Rescue has nearly 100 years’ experience assisting the mining industry to manage risk and operate safely. Mines Rescue is a Registered Training Organisation offering training programs that have been developed by mining and emergency response professionals with national qualifications. Mines Rescue Pty Limited RTO ID 90508.