Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

Course Code HSSCPC0001

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Duration

Full Time
half-day (.5)

Delivery

On Campus

Intakes

Campus

Drummond St Chadstone
North Melbourne

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry course is an initial induction course to allow access to construction sites where a site-specific induction is carried out. The course provides employees with the basic occupational health and safety knowledge they will need prior to commencing work on construction sites.

Career Opportunities

work in the construction sector

Pathway to further studies

CPC10120 Certificate I in Construction qualification.

Studying the Prepare to work safely in the construction industry at Holmesglen

As part of the course, participants are required to demonstrate personal awareness and understanding of Health and Safety legislative requirements, communication and reporting processes, common construction hazards, risk control measures, and basic incident and emergency procedures.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.There are no formal entry requirements for this program, however, Holmesglen recommends learners have a basic level of English literacy and numeracy skills.Students are required to bring their own personal protective clothing and equipment, including: high visibility vest safety glasses or goggles

A pre-training review will determine the suitability of prospective learners to the course.

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Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

This accredited skill set is made up of 1 unit of competency CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. Identify Health and Safety requirements Identify construction hazards and risk control measures Identify incident and emergency response procedures

Core units

Unit code	Unit name
CPCWHS1001	Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Holmesglen is no longer accepting any applications.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

work in the construction sector

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt	Cost
Full Fee	$190

Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees	Cost

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession.