Rock drill operator course teaches operators how to safely and effectively pre/post-inspect, operate rock drill .
Unit Standard No: 244415
Unit Standard Credits: 4
NQF Level: 02
Unit standard title : Drill holes by means of a hand-held rock drill
Rock drill Training cost: R6000
Rock drill course duration: 7 days
Rock drill 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 rock drill under supervision to demonstrate their competence in operating the equipment.
Assessment: Assessors and moderators assess rock drill learners to whether they are competent or not
Machine Orientation
- What's a rock drill
- Functions of rock drill
- Types of drill rig
- Components (Parts) of rock drill 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 rock drill indicators
Pre Operation Checks
- Inspecting Tyres and Brakes
- Identifying wear, tear, and misalignment
- Report all faults found during the inspection
- Understanding the manufacturers Manual
Safe operation procedures of Conveyor Belt
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Site Safety
- Hazards and associated risks
- Operating in Confined Spaces
- Emergency procedures and first aid
- Managing dust, noise, and vibration
Operating Procedures
- Starting and shutting down procedures
- Drill bit selection and replacement
- Setting up the drilling rig
- Proper handling and positioning
- Drill bit selection and replacement
- Drill pattern design and accuracy
- Penetration rate optimization
- Managing drill deviation
- Reducing wear and tear on equipment
Post-Operation Procedures
- Shutdown Procedures
- Routine maintenance and troubleshooting
- Reporting and logging maintenance issues
- Documentation: Completing logs or reports as required by the employer or regulatory bodies.
Rock drill 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 rock drill operator must refuse to operate until the concern has been reported to the supervisor, any hazards are rectified, and safety conditions are met.
Rock drill operators can get jobs in these departments like mining, construction and quarrying.
Mining rock drill 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.
Rock drill certification
After a successful Mine rock drill training assessment, a competence certificate is awarded to the operator by the accredited training provider registered in accordance with OSHA and TETA.
Rock drill operator licence
After successful rock drill course assessment. A competency license is awarded operator
Rock drill license renewal
Rock drill 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
Rock drill operator Course requirements
- A copy of id/passport
- 2 colour id photos
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Physically able
Key Benefits of rock drill Operator Training at Cranes training Center:
- Increased Safety
- Improved Productivity
- Compliance
- Cost Savings
Rock drill Jobs Opportunities
After the course you submit you CV to cv@cranestraining.com. There are recruitment agencies and employers who contact Cranes training centre for operators.
The competent rock drill operator can submit CV to advertising sites like indeed, career junction, linkedin etc.
A comptent rock drill 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 rock drill course in South Africa?
Rock drill course price is R6000
How long is rock drill couse?
Rock drill training takes 7-10 days.
How much do rock drill operators make in South Africa?
Rock drill operator salary is at the average of R R17263 per month
What licence do you need to operate rock drill?
None
When do I renew my rock drill certificate and license?
After 2 years
Where do I find rock drill 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, Rock drill school assist in finding a job, cv writing. By encouraging employers contact us on +27738519937.
How to Operate a rock drill?
How to get a rock drill operator certificate?
Cranes training Center on +27738519937
Rock drill 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.
In rock drill school a machine transport materials or products from one location to another, typically within a facility like a warehouse, manufacturing plant, airport, or mining operation.
