Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

CPCWHS1001
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Introduction

This certificate provides essential knowledge of WHS legislation, site hazards, and risk control measures in Australian construction settings. Learners will be trained to correctly identify dangers, follow safe work procedures, and use personal protective equipment (PPE). This course will be delivered on a one-day face to face base. Four sections of knowledge bodies will be delivered including below timetable.

Course Timetable

Course structure

Course Structure

Section 1: Identify health and safety legislative requirements of construction work
Section 2: Identify construction hazards and risk control measures
Section 3: Identify health and safety communication and reporting processes
Section 4: Identify incident and emergency response procedures

What You'll Learn

Core Units
Essential foundation units
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CPCWHS1001
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

Skills You'll Gain

Learners gain essential skills to identify construction site hazards, follow legally compliant WHS procedures, and apply fundamental risk control measures to protect themselves and others. They develop the ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly, respond appropriately to workplace safety incidents, and understand duty of care responsibilities under Australian WHS law. This unit equips learners with the safety awareness required to enter any construction site legally and confidently as a responsible worker.

Identify construction site hazards and risks
Follow legally compliant WHS procedures
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly
Respond to workplace safety incidents
Understand duty of care responsibilities
Apply fundamental risk control measures

Career Pathways

Construction Worker
Site Labourer
Trade Assistant
Construction Site Entry Level Position

Successful completion of this unit leads to the issuance of the White Card - the mandatory legal requirement to enter any construction site in Australia.

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