Colliery Training College
Surface Mining Skills Programme
What is a Skills Programme?
A skills programme is a short, occupationally directed learning initiative aimed at improving employability. It combines theoretical training with practical work experience, is aligned to unit standards on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). These programmes are tailored to industry needs, vary in duration, and help address critical skills gaps while promoting specific competencies and a culture of accountability.
Surface Excavations
Competent Person A – Surface Excavations: Skills Programme
(MQA/SP/0175/18 (B))
The Competent Person A – Surface Excavations Skills Programme is a statutory requirement under theMine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) for individuals responsible for inspecting and declaring surface mining workplaces safe. This includesquarries, dumps, and stockpiles, whether blasted or non-blasted, and ensures compliance with Fall of Ground Regulations.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates must meet the following minimum criteria to qualify for enrolment:
- Provide a valid medical fitness certificate
- Proficiency in reading and writing in English.
- Possession of Surface Excavation/Opencast Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Required Documentation:
The following documents must be submitted prior to enrolment:
- Completed CTC Training Application Form.
- Completed CTC Personal Information Document.
- Certified copy of South African ID, not older than three months from the date of certification.
- Submit proof of payment for enrolment.
PPE includes:
- Safety Boots
- Overalls
- Gloves
- Masks
- Safety goggles
- Ear plugs
- Hard hat
Training Approach and Duration:
- Candidates will be required to attend an 8-day training programme at CTC which includes theoretical training and one day exposure at the mine.
- Learners without prior experience in Surface Excavations Mines will be required to complete a workplace practical on-job logbook for 5 days. CTC offers services for practical exposure at a cost.
- After completion of the on-job logbook, learners will have to be assessed practically.
- Upon successful completion of both the theoretical and practical assessments, learners will be registered with the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) to enable formal certification.
Blasting Assistant (Surface Excavation): Skills Programme
(SP-CLA-G017)
ThisMQA-accredited skills programme prepares learners to operate asSurface Blasting Assistants in compliance with theMine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) andSAQA-registered unit standards. It is amandatory legal requirement for individuals assisting with explosives in surface excavation operations, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant blasting support.
Entry Requirements:
Candidates must meet the following minimum criteria to qualify for enrolment:
- Provide a valid medical fitness certificate
- Proficiency in reading and writing in English.
- Possession of Surface Excavation/Opencast Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Required Documentation:
The following documents must be submitted prior to enrolment:
- Completed CTC Training Application Form.
- Completed CTC Personal Information Document.
- Certified copy of South African ID, not older than three months from the date of certification.
- Submit proof of payment for enrolment.
PPE includes
- Safety Boots
- Overalls
- Gloves
- Masks
- Safety goggles
- Ear plugs
- Hard hat
Training Approach and Duration:
- Candidates will be required to attend an 8-day training programme at CTC which includes theoretical training and one day exposure at the mine.
- Learners without prior experience in a blasting bench of Surface Excavations Mines will be required to complete a workplace practical on-job logbook for 5 days. CTC offers services for practical exposure at a cost.
- After completion of the on-job logbook, learners will have to be assessed practically.
- Upon successful completion of both the theoretical and practical assessments, learners will be registered with the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) to enable formal certification.