Mining qualifications and competency
NSW DPI aims to provide a process and framework for the authorisation of equipment, competencies, procedures and management systems to satisfy legislative requirements and responsibilities.
Coal
The examination of candidates for Certificates of Competency under the Coal Mine Health and Safety Act 2002 are held by NSW DPI throughout the year.
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Examination application forms and rules
Past exam papers and examiner's reports
Procedure for the recognition of overseas engineering qualifications for examination pre-requisites.
Metalliferous and extractive
The examination of candidates for Certificates of Competency under the Mine Health and Safety Act 2004 are held by NSW DPI throughout the year.
Application forms, permits, certificates and examinations
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| Application for replacement certificate of competence |  |
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For further information on authorisation for mining competencies, contact the Mining Industry Competencies Unit. Phone tollfree on 1300 736 122.
Blasting Explosives Users Licence and Shotfirer's Certificate and Shotfirer's Permit
The Explosives Act 2003 and Explosives Regulations 2005 came into effect on 1 September 2005 with the repeal of theDangerous Goods Act 1975. The Act introduced a new licensing system administered by WorkCover NSW which requires licences to be held by importers, manufacturers, transporters, suppliers and users of explosives. For more information on how the Act and Regulations apply to non-coal mines download the Applicant's Guide below:
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| Applicant's Guide | |
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To download the form for an Application for a Shotfirer's Certificate or a Shotfirer's Permit (MSO-M2) click on the Permit, certificates and examinations link.
Recognition procedures
Mutual recognition is available for a number of qualifications and competencies within Australia and New Zealand.
Recognition is also available for overseas engineering qualifications.
For further information on authorisation for mining competencies, contact the Mining Industry Competencies Unit. Phone tollfree on 1300 736 122.
