This nationally accredited unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge needed to keep yourself and others safe at work.
Course Overview
This unit 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.
It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others.
The unit covers fundamental WHS requirements necessary to undertake work tasks within any sector in the construction industry. It includes the identification of hazardous materials, including asbestos, and compliance with legislated work safety practices. It does not cover removal of asbestos, which is a licensed activity.
It applies to workers in the construction industry.
This unit also relates directly to the general construction induction training requirements of the Model Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 and relevant occupational health and safety regulations for Victoria and for Western Australia. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry covers these induction training requirements.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Prerequisite Units: No prerequisite units are required for this course.
Other Requirements: There are no other requirements for entry to this course.
Topics
- Identify and assess risks
- Identify hazardous materials and other hazards on work sites
- Plan and prepare for safe work practices
- Apply safe work practices
- Follow emergency procedures