Safety Training Academy
Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This unit of competency specifies the mandatory work health and safety training required prior to undertaking construction work. The unit requires the person to demonstrate personal awareness and knowledge of health and safety legislative requirements in order to work safely and prevent injury or harm to self and others.
It covers identifying and orally reporting common construction hazards, understanding basic risk control measures, and identifying procedures for responding to potential incidents and emergencies. It also covers correctly selecting and fitting common personal protective equipment (PPE) used for construction work.
Delivery mode
Safety Training Academy offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 3/14-16 Marjorie Street, Sefton NSW 2162, Australia, NSW
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry will prepare you for the following roles.
Builders Labourer
A Builders Labourer carries out a range of jobs to assist on a building site. You might complete tasks such as digging holes, unloading equipment o...
Construction Labourer
A Construction Labourer works on a building site to assist builders and tradespeople to complete a construction project. Your job will vary dependi...
General Labourer
A General Labourer attends to manual labour tasks on a building or construction project. You might be involved with a large project and be part of...
Mobile Crane Operator
A Mobile Crane Operator moves equipment and goods around a building site or other setting. You’ll operate mobile crane controls to lift materials a...
Demolition Worker
A Demolition Worker demolishes and clears buildings, houses and other structures. You’ll operate specialised demolition machinery and also dismantl...
Apprentice Carpenter
An Apprentice Carpenter builds and installs products using timber and timber products. You might construct new products or renovate or repair exist...
Electrician
An Electrician carries out repairs and servicing on a range of electrical equipment or systems. You might install new electrical work or diagnose p...
Scaffolder
A Scaffolder sets up temporary work platforms in the construction industry. You’ll erect scaffolding according to requirements and ensure structure...
Formworker
A Formworker constructs and assembles formwork, which acts as a mould for concrete structures in building and construction projects. You might work...
Plumber
A Plumber installs and maintains services including hot and cold water, drainage, sewerage services and water treatment systems. You might install...
