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Review and update of the RII emergency response qualifications

AUSMASA undertook a comprehensive review of Emergency Response qualifications and units of competency in the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package, in collaboration with BuildSkills Australia. The project updated training products to reflect current risk management practices and the emergence of new energy storage technologies in mine site environments, including a new unit addressing incidents involving energy storage systems.

For the full outcomes, including updated training product codes and transition guidance, see the Emergency Response Outcomes page.

Technical Advisory Group for Emergency Response Qualification Review

Len Batley

Fire & Rescue Australia Training Pty. Ltd.
Director
RTO

David Cliff

(Resigned from TAG December 2025)

The University of Queensland
Professor of Occupational Health and Safety in Mining
Educational Expert & RTO

Alana Gallagher

(Resigned from TAG March 2026)

Fortescue Ltd. 
Principal Emergency Management
Industry

Daniel Goss

Mineral Resources Limited
Emergency Management Principal
Industry

Greg Hesketh

(Resigned from TAG September 2025)

Fortescue Ltd.
Superintendent - Emergency Services & Security
Industry

Damien Long

Civil Contractors Federation Queensland
Industry

Torin Mackintosh

NSW Mines Rescue 
RTO Training Lead
Industry & RTO

Julian Martin

Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety (WorkSafe Mines Safety Directorate)
Inspector of Mines - OHS
State and territory representative

Amber Mastrangeli

BuildSkills Australia
Project Manager
JSC

Craig Smith

(Resigned from TAG September 2025 and nominated Ray Smith)

Mining and Energy Union
District Union Inspector - Queensland District
Union 

Ray Smith

(Joined TAG October 2025)

Queensland Mines Rescue Service
General Manager - Operations
Industry

Anthony Woods

Cement Australia - Cornwall
Deputy
Industry