Continuous miner Operator Training

Continuous miner operator course teaches operators how to safely and effectively pre/post-inspect, operate an underground continuous miner.

Unit Standard No: 9621
Unit Standard Credits: 8
NQF Level: 03
Unit standard title : Control operations in a continuous miner section in an underground coal mine
CM Training cost: R8500
CM course duration: 7 days

Continuous miner Training Course Content

Theory Test 20%: A written exam to assess knowledge of the vehicle's functions, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
Practical Test 80%: Hands-on training where drivers operate the continuous miner under supervision to demonstrate their competence in operating the equipment.
Assessment: Assessors and moderators assess continuous miner learners to whether they are competent or not

Machine Orientation

What's a continuous miner
Functions of continuous miner
Types of CM
Components (Parts) of continuous miner and their functions
Identify all safety features and warning and their purposes in accordance to manufactures specifications
Explain all maximum operating capacity
Explain all warnings from continuous miner indicators
Describe or demonstrate corrective actions in terms of neutralising

Pre Operation Checks

Tyre pressure, fluid levels, and overall truck condition.
Inspecting Tyres and Brakes
Hydraulic System Check
Report all faults found during the inspection
Understanding the manufacturers Manual

Safe operation procedures of continuous miner

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Site Safety
Hazards and associated risks
Operating in Confined Spaces
Emergency procedures and first aid
Underground ventilation and methane control

Operating Procedures

Starting and shutting down procedures
Operating techniques and best practices
Monitoring equipment during operation
Handling common operational issues

Post-Operation Procedures

Shutdown Procedures
Cleaning and Shutdown
Documentation: Completing logs or reports as required by the employer or regulatory bodies.

CM Operator duty and responsible is the safety of the machine operation as soon as the load is moved. Because of this responsibility, whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that the operation might be dangerous or unsafe, the continuous miner operator must refuse to operate until the concern has been reported to the supervisor, any hazards are rectified, and safety conditions are met.

CM operators can get jobs in these departments like mining, construction and quarrying.

Mining continuous miner refresher course is required every after 2 years of license expiry every 2 years or when an operator has spent more than 2 years without operating the machine.

Continuous miner certification

After a successful Mine continuous miner training assessment, a competence certificate is awarded to the operator by the accredited training provider registered in accordance with OSHA and TETA.

Continuous miner operator licence

After successful continuous miner course assessment. A competency license is awarded operator

Continuous miner license renewal

CM licenses expire every 2 years, hence renewal or recertification to ensure that operators stay up to date with safety standards and best practices. Old copy of license is required

CM operator Course requirements

A copy of id/passport
2 colour id photos
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Physically able

Key Benefits of continuous miner Operator Training at Zusiphe training Center:

Increased Safety
Improved Productivity
Compliance
Cost Savings

Continuous miner Jobs Opportunities

After the course you submit you CV to cv@cranestraining.com. There are recruitment agencies and employers who contact Zusiphe training centre for operators.

The competent CM operator can submit CV to advertising sites like indeed, career junction, linkedin etc.

A comptent CM license holder earns an average salary of R17263 per month or R104 per hour depending on the exprience of the driver and employer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Continuous miner(CM) course in South Africa?

Continuous miner(CM) course price is R6000

How long is Continuous miner(CM) couse?

Continuous miner(CM) training takes 7-10 days.

How much do Continuous miner(CM) operators make in South Africa?

Continuous miner(CM) operator salary is at the average of R R17263 per month

What licence do you need to operate Continuous miner(CM)?

None

When do I renew my Continuous miner(CM) certificate and license?

After 2 years

Where do I find Continuous miner(CM) operator jobs in south Africa?

Try to identify construction, mining and quarrying companies/departments then contact then to you CV. Or Upload CVs site like career junction, indeed, pnet and Linkedin.

Do you help to get jobs?

Yes, Continuous miner(CM) school assist in finding a job, cv writing. By encouraging employers contact us on +27738519937.

How to Operate a Continuous miner(CM)?

How to get a Continuous miner(CM) operator certificate?

Zusiphe training Center on +27738519937

Continous miner training academy offers accommodation to students willing to travel from all these locations like Durban, Pinetown, Richardsbay, Empangeni, Port shepstone, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Kokstad, Pietermaritzburg, Ladysmith, Vryheid, Ulundi, Stanger, Eshowe, Amanzimtoti, Isipingo, Umkomaas in KwazuluNatal(KZN).

Different provinces of South Africa(sa) Mthatha/Umtata, Butterworth, East London and Port Elizabeth in Eastern cape, Bloemfontein in free state, Pretoria, vereeniging, kempton park, alberton, Germiston and Johannesburg(JHB) in Gauteng, Polokwane and Lephalale in Limpopo, Nelspruit, Witbank, Secunda in Mpumalanga, Kimberley in Nothern cape, Rustenburg and Mafikeng in North West, Cape town in Western Cape etc.

We train students from other southern African countries Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia, Angola, Tanzania, Ghana, DR.Congo, Gabon, Kenya, Nigeria, Chadi, Mali, Sudan, Niger, Burkina faso, Guinea, Madagascar and Uganda etc. Since we free accommodation and job assistance.