COURSES

Service

Quantitative Facial Fit Testing

This service provides individuals with a fit test report stating the respirator tested and any specific notes.

National Units of Competency

CPCWHS1001  Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

This course is the certificate that is required to obtain the National Construction Induction Card, which is required by any person wishing to undertake construction work.

CPCCWHS2001  Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in all on- or off-site construction workplaces.

CPCSIL2001 Use and maintain respiratory protective equipment

This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protective equipment (RPE), within the workplace.

CPCSIL3001 Work with products and materials containing crystalline silica

This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to work with products and materials containing crystalline silica (CS) and respirable crystalline silica (RCS).

CPCSIL4001 Supervise and manage work with products and materials generating respirable crystalline silica

This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to supervise and manage those working with products and materials that generate respirable crystalline silica (RCS). The unit includes planning for and supervising the use of compliant plant, tools, and equipment to work with products and materials containing crystalline silica (CS).

Nationally Accredited Courses

10830NAT Course in crystalline silica exposure prevention

This nationally accredited course in crystalline silica exposure prevention specifies the outcomes required to recognise the workplace health and safety risks of working with crystalline silica containing products.

11084NAT Course in asbestos awareness

This nationally accredited course teaches participants the ability to identify and manage asbestos containing materials.

11369NAT Course in workplace impairment prevention

The Course in workplace impairment prevention specifies the outcomes required to recognise the health and safety factors, risks and hazards of working impaired and to plan for the implementation of safe systems of work aimed at prevention of impairment.

ACT GOVERNMENT APPROVED TRAINING

Entry Permit Holder Training

Unions apply for entry permits on behalf of a proposed permit holder. The proposed permit holder must complete training on their rights and responsibilities before we issue a permit.

SunSmart Awareness Training

This presentation provides you with the knowledge & skills to be able to understand the potential risks associated with ultraviolet (UV) & sun radiation in sun exposed environments & what to do about these risks.

Environmental Awareness for the Construction Industry Training

This course provides construction workers with the knowledge to identify environmental issues associated with their activities & best practice methods to minimise environmental impact & outline environmental legal obligations relevant to construction activities

Awareness Courses/Non Accredited Training

Bullying, harassment & racial vilification training

Bullying, harassment & discrimination in the workplace is unacceptable and avoidable.

Chemical awareness training

This training course is designed to inform workers of the common types of chemical substances that they might encounter while at work (or at home), and how to properly handle, store and dispose of them. It will also look at emergency procedures, incident reporting, and how to interpret safety data sheets (SDS).

Electrical awareness training

Electricity is powerful and dangerous. Understanding the potential risks associated with electricity is the purpose of this course.

Hazardous manual tasks training (manual handling)

Proper manual handling and lifting reduces the prospect of serious damage to oneself or others. Arm yourself with eth right knowledge and skills.

Health and safety committee training as approved by WorkSafe ACT commissioner

This training course provides participants with the skills to become active members of the safety committee.

Health and safety representative training as approved by the WorkSafe ACT commissioner

Develop the skills and knowledge to grasp the concept of Work Health and Safety, and successfully fulfil the WSR role within the workplace.

Healthy eating & nutrition awareness training

A nutritionally balanced diet helps one live a longer, healthier life. This course helps participants developer a deeper understanding of nutrition and healthy eating.

 

Heat awareness training

This training course provides the participants with the knowledge & skills to be able to understand the potential risks associated with heat in the construction industry relating to the Australian environment.

Height safety training (Statement of Attendance)

Working at heights poses significant safety risks to the untrained person. This course develops skills and knowledge aimed at reducing working at height risks.

Ladder safety awareness training

Ladders are handy, when used the right way, and dangerous when used incorrectly. Preventing falls and slips, securing and correct positioning of a ladder are discussed in this course.

Onsite fire & emergency procedure training

This awareness course provides participants with the understanding of onsite fire awareness.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) training

PPE refers to specialised clothing or equipment worn by workers to protect themselves & others from potential hazards that may arise while working in the construction industry.

Preliminary impairment assessor training

This course is designed for elected health and safety representatives and or union delegates to develop the skills to conduct an effective preliminary impairment assessment.

Safe use of hand and power tools training

This awareness course provides the participants with the knowledge and skills to correctly use hand and power tools. They will look at the hazards and risks associated with using these tools and the different types of tools now available.

Sun smart training

We all know the dangers related to sun exposure, a risk that is prevalent amongst outdoor workers. This course builds skills and knowledge to help reduce any risks related to working in the sun.

WHS hazard identification training

In this course participants are armed with the knowledge and skills to identify, assess and implement workplace health and safety management procedures.

WH&S managers & supervisors training

Learn to identify hazards within the building and construction industry and be able to participate proactively in an incident investigation.

Safe & respectful workplaces workshop – Gender violence in the construction industry

Safe and respectful workplaces workshop: gendered violence in the construction industry.

Workplace mental health awareness training

This training course aims to increase awareness and understanding regarding depression, anxiety and suicide, while also giving strategies for building personal resilience.