Course Outline
This course provides new workers in the building and construction industry with the introductory knowledge & skills required to enter and work on construction and building sites unescorted.
Key training will include:
- Identifying hazards on a construction site
- Assessing risks and implementing controls to eliminate or reduce risks associated with construction work
- Understanding basic concepts of safe work method statements, job safety analysis and the use of safe work practices in the construction industry
- Knowledge & understanding of the principles in a risk management system and how to assess and use the hierarchy of controls
- Knowledge of how to follow emergency procedures
- The correct use and limitations of personal protective equipment.
Assessment
Assessments will be conducted during the course with a mix of oral, written and practical assessments to be completed throughout the training session.
Participants who demonstrate competency by successfully completing the training & assessment will receive a Statement of Attainment and a WHSQ Construction Card.
Who Should Attend?
Employees who are entering the construction industry are required under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 to attend this training before being able to enter a construction site unattended. Also those who have not been in the industry in the last 2 years, as per WHSQ Regulation Section 317 Duty to ensure worker has been trained.
Legislation / Compliance
This training is a nationally recognised program for persons entering the construction and building industries. Participants who demonstrate competency by successfully completing the training & assessment will receive a Statement of Attainment and a WHSQ Construction Card.
Recognition of Prior Learning
There are provisions for Recognition of Prior Learning & Recognition of Current Competency where applicable interstate equivalent qualifications apply.
Language Literacy & Numeracy (LLN)
To complete this course successfully, participants need to have reasonably well developed skills in reading and communication. Examples of LLN requirements participants will need to demonstrate include:
- Follow health and safety legislative requirements of construction work
- Identify construction hazards and follow risk control measures
- Follow safety signs and symbols
- Reporting hazards, incidents and injuries
- Follow incident and emergency response procedures
Refund Policy
DTE has a fair and equitable refund policy in place containing guidelines guaranteeing the refund of fees to participants under reasonable circumstances. The management guarantees that DTE has a sound financial position and safeguards participant fees until used for training. Please ask for a copy of the refund policy.
We stand by our training excellence 100% and guarantee our product. Should for some valid reason the training does not meet your expectations we shall provide a full refund.
Commitment
Our facilities and experienced instructors ensure that graduates of our courses leave equipped with the knowledge and skills required for safe work in their chosen field with the breadth and depth of knowledge required for the role. In addition we offer an on-going support service to all course participants.
