This module provides learners with an understanding of workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to the construction industry. It covers key responsibilities, hazard identification, risk control, safe work practices, emergency procedures, and the importance of following workplace WHS policies and procedures.

What you'll learn

• WHS responsibilities and legal obligations
• Hazard identification and risk control
• Safe work practices and PPE
• Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
• Site inductions and toolbox talks
• Hazard and incident reporting
• Emergency procedures
• Creating a safe and compliant workplace

Learning outcomes

• Understand their WHS responsibilities in a construction workplace
• Identify common construction hazards and associated risks
• Apply appropriate risk control measures
• Follow workplace WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices
• Understand the purpose of Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and site safety procedures
• Identify appropriate responses to workplace emergencies and incidents
• Understand the importance of reporting hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions