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RIIRIS301E - Apply risk management processes

Learn the skills to apply risk‑management processes, recognise and manage risks effectively, identify hazards early, and take action that protects people and site assets.

Duration
1 Day
Cost
$250
Delivery Mode
Accredited

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RIIRIS301E - Apply risk management processes overview

The RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes unit provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to identify, assess, and manage workplace risks in high-risk industry environments. It is designed for people working in mining, resources, civil construction, infrastructure, and similar industries where effective risk management is essential to maintaining safe and efficient operations.

What you will learn:

  • Hazard Identification – Learn to systematically identify potential hazards within the workplace, including environmental, equipment-related, and procedural risks.
  • Risk Assessment – Master the techniques for assessing the likelihood and potential consequences of identified hazards to determine risk levels.
  • Control Implementation – Gain skills in selecting and applying the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or minimize risks effectively.
  • Monitoring and Review – Develop proficiency in monitoring the effectiveness of implemented controls and adjusting strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Documentation and Communication – Practice accurately documenting risk assessments and clearly communicating management strategies to team members and stakeholders.

The course is suitable for workers, supervisors, team leaders, and managers who have responsibility for managing risks as part of their role. On successful completion, participants will be equipped to confidently apply risk management processes that help prevent incidents, reduce hazards, and support safer, more productive workplaces.

  • Age: Participants must be a minimum of 18 years old
  • Unique Student Identifier (USI): A valid USI must be provided prior to course commencement
  • Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital needs (LLND): must be assessed before commencing the course you are enrolled for. You need to be confident to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate directly and using radios
  • Identification: Official Photo Identification will need to be presented on the day of your course

The RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes unit is suited to individuals working in or entering high‑risk industries who need to apply structured risk‑management processes as part of their role.

  • Supervisors and Leading Hands
  • Industrial and mine safety team members
  • Confined space workers and safety observers
  • Emergency response and mine rescue personnel
  • Safety, medical, and WHS practitioners
  • Supervisors, team leaders, and control room operators
  • Workers in mining, quarrying, drilling, and resources operations
  • Process plant, production, and infrastructure crews
  • New to industry students seeking foundational risk‑management skills for high‑risk work environments

Suitable for:

  • Individuals working in operation roles, generally contributing to applying risk management processes as part of their responsibilities
  • Organisations seeking to ensure staff are trained and compliant with WHS and risk assessment processes

Completing the RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes course provides participants with critical safety and professional competencies and gain practical capability to identify hazards, assess risks, and apply structured risk‑management processes that improve safety, decision‑making, and operational performance.

Key benefits include:

  • Improved Safety Awareness: Builds strong risk management capability and confidence in recognising hazards in dynamic mining and resource environments
  • National Recognition: Gain a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
  • Regulatory Compliance: Supports compliance with mining industry expectations for safe work practices and documented risk processes
  • Practical Experience: Train with industry-standard equipment in realistic scenarios to build confidence and proficiency.
  • Career Progression: Enhance employability in roles that require application of structured risk management processes, assessment and control
  • Emergency Readiness: Be prepared in documenting risk management plans and monitoring, reviewing and updating of documentation. Enhances decision‑making during emergency, medical, and safety‑critical situations.

The RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes unit supports pathways into safety‑critical, operational, and supervisory roles across mining, resources, emergency response, and broader industrial environments.

Roles that this unit may be relevant to:

  • Supervisors and leading hands
  • Emergency response team member
  • Health and safety advisors and safety representatives
  • Emergency Response Officer
  • Mine Rescue Team Member
  • Occupational Health & Safety Advisor
  • Control Room Operator
  • Mining Supervisor / Leading Hand
  • Industrial maintenance or safety technician
  • Contractors, shutdown and site services personnel

Industry sectors where this unit may be relevant:

  • Mining and resources
  • Oil, gas, and petrochemical industries
  • Construction and engineering
  • Infrastructure, manufacturing and processing plants
While this unit provides skills relevant to the roles listed above, completion does not guarantee employment or specific job placement.

On completing RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes, students will be able to:

  • Plan and prepare for risk management
  • Identify and assess unacceptable risk
  • Identify and recommend risk controls
  • Contribute to the implementation of risk controls
  • Review risk management documentation

This course includes the following nationally recognised unit(s) of competency:

  • RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes

 

  • RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes is a standalone unit of competency, accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

It may be delivered individually or as part of a qualification or skill set.

Qualifications that include this unit are:

Unit CodeUnit Name
RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
  • Participants will need sufficient English skills to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate during classroom and practical demonstrations and assessments.
  • A pre-course LLND assessment ensures you have the reading, writing, numeracy and communication skills needed to successfully complete the course.
  • Digital Literacy – you will require digital technology proficiency sufficient to use and navigate various forms of digital and electronic tools, platforms and technology to communicate and demonstrate understanding of course information and skills.

There are no prerequisites for this unit

The following methods will be used to assess competency for RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes:

  • Assessor Checklists
  • Theoretical Assessments including short answer and multi-choice questions
  • Individual and team based practical and scenario assessments

The RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes unit is a nationally recognised competency within the Resources and Infrastructure Training Package, accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Successful participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for National Training Register – RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes issued by an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) upon demonstrating competency in all assessment requirements.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training materials will be provided on the day of your course.

Our Forrestdale Training Facility has a compact kitchen area with an automated tea/coffee machine.

  • A fridge and microwave are provided for participants to store and heat their own snacks/meals.
  • A vending machine is stocked with quick snacks, healthy options and bottle/canned drinks.
  • Alternatively, there are a variety of food outlets and cafes close by. We recommend purchasing before your course starts as businesses may change advertised operating hours without notice.
Please bring your own water bottle – we have a cold-water unit for refills

Courses include practical demonstrations and assessments that all participants are required to be involved in.

All participants are required to wear:

  • Long pants
  • Long sleeved shirts
  • Steel cap safety boots
  • Prescription glasses if worn

We also encourage you to dress accordingly for weather conditions and suggest the following items:

  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Additional clothing to keep dry/warm if raining or windy

On the day of your course, you will be required to provide official photo identification on arrival at our Forrestdale Training Centre or other training locations.

  • Official photo identification includes Driver Licence, Passport or Australian State or Territory issued Photo Card.

Expired identification will not be accepted.

  • We will capture training, demonstrations and assessment by taking photographs or video or sound recordings.
  • We will include in our enrollment package to you a photographic/media consent form which details the collection and use of your personal image in any way by Risk Management Training Solutions Pty Ltd (RMTS) for print and digital communications, publications, productions or presentations as well as for identification purposes and as evidence of participation and assessment activity.
  • Your completed consent form will be placed on file and retained by RMTS.  We will also advise you in this form on how you can withdraw your consent.

The unit RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes involves practical assessments in simulated workplace environments.

  • You must be able to physically move around a work area (such as a mine site or construction zone) to identify hazards regularly and systematically. You will need to contribute to implementing risk controls which may involve practical, hands-on tasks in a simulated workplace scenario.
  • Delivered over 1 day.

Exact daily schedules—including start and finish times, break periods, and assessment windows—will be provided upon completion of enrolment, allowing us to tailor information to your specific training group and location.

RMTS trainers and assessors deliver a blend of supervised learning, theoretical assessment activities, and realistic scenario‑based training to ensure learners can confidently apply their skills in real‑world environments. Each training day is structured to balance knowledge development with hands‑on practice, including multiple opportunities to participate in realistic simulations and skill‑building exercises.

This course is delivered at a range of workplaces and training sites to provide realistic, industry-specific learning environments.  See our locations below:

  • Forrestdale office
  • On site
  • In your workplace/office

RMTS can deliver many of our courses at your nominated site or in your workplace.

Why send staff off‑site when RMTS can deliver high‑impact training right at your location?

Contact us to tailor a site-specific program and create a delivery plan built specifically for your operational needs.

Experience dynamic learning at Forrestdale, Perth with great facilities in a great location

The cost of the RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes unit reflects the high level of industry expertise, resources, and workplace-based training provided.

TitleFee
Full Fee1 $250
Location Please request course fees for your workplace or onsite delivery
  • RMTS Fee Policy - Please request course fees for your workplace or onsite delivery
  • Corporate Bookings - We are able to provide an invoice upon receipt of your purchase order
  • Location - Fees displayed are applicable to training conducted at our Forrestdale Training Facility only

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