Introduction
This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to take roadway dust samples at a mine, and to check the level of incombustible material within those samples.
Who should attend?
Existing workers who wish to become a Roadway Dust Sampler at their mine.
What you will learn
- Legislation and regulations
- Roles and responsibilities
- Importance of stone dusting
- Coal dust explosion risk management
- Sampling techniques for stone dusting
- Testing and analysis
- Reporting and record management
Credential issued
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Statement of Attendance for the following:
Mines Rescue Pty Limited is approved by NSW Resources Regulator to deliver Roadway Dust Samplers Course. Approval Number: 0029288
Course delivery
This course is delivered through classroom-based training and exercises, along with a three hour underground practical component at an underground coal mine.
Duration
Full day
Entry requirements
- There are no formal prerequisites 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:
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Additional PPE specific to your training
What you need to bring:
- Fully enclosed footwear
- Underground attire including PPE i.e. belt, hard hat, high visibility workwear, boots, glasses, ear plugs/muffs and a dust mask
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.All LocationsGunnedahNewcastleSouthernHunter ValleyMoolarbenWestern
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and/or preferred dates.
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.