This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to commence and maintain drilling operations, drill intermediate and/or main holes, prepare for hole abandonment and conduct housekeeping activities.

This unit applies to those working in supervisory roles. They generally perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine and are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.