This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out grouting or cementing operations in drilling. It includes selecting grouting and cementing materials and techniques, performing calculations, grouting and cementing drill holes and equipment maintenance.

It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services and contingency measures.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.