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.
Students must provide 100 points of ID as per (Work Safe agreement) at the time of enrolment and must be able to provide those original documents at the day of Training and assessment. Refer to OC Evidence of Identification for details of documents required per state for proof of identification.
Study mode
Students are required to attend 7 hours of face to face training (Including training, assessment and demonstration of skills)
Qualification
Upon successful completion of this unit of competency, applicants would be able to obtain the Certificate of Attainment and White Card will be issued by the applicable State body.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements as per Training Package. Below are the internal requirements by the college.
All International students must be aged 18 years or over at the time of applying for admission to the College
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)
Resource Requirements:
Students must have access to PPE items, which meet the Australian Standards for the practical demonstration during assessment. These items can be purchased at OIC on the day of training and assessment. This will include
Eye protection – AS1337.1 Personal eye protection – Eye and face protectors for occupational applications
Head protection (hard hat) – AS/NZS 1801 Occupational protective helmets
High visibility reflective vest – AS/NZS 4602.1 – High visibility safety garments class day/night
and AS/NZS 1906.4 – Retroreflective materials & High Visibility materials for safety garments
Academic Requirements
A basic understanding of the English language
Students must have sufficient language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to do simple calculations, read, write and understand English, and provide verbal / written responses to questions in English to undertake training and assessment of the unit
Students must provide 100 points of ID as per (Work Safe agreement) at the time of enrolment and must be able to provide those original documents at the day of Training and assessment. Refer to OC Evidence of Identification for details of documents required per state for proof of identification.
Study mode
Students are required to attend 7 hours of face to face training (Including training, assessment and demonstration of skills)
Qualification
Upon successful completion of this unit of competency, applicants would be able to obtain the Certificate of Attainment and White Card will be issued by the applicable State body.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements as per Training Package. Below are the internal requirements by the college.
All Domestic students must be aged 16 years or over at the time of applying admission to the college for this unit
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)
Resource Requirements:
Students must have access to PPE items, which meet the Australian Standards for the practical demonstration during assessment. These items can be purchased at OIC on the day of training and assessment. This will include
Eye protection – AS1337.1 Personal eye protection – Eye and face protectors for occupational applications
Head protection (hard hat) – AS/NZS 1801 Occupational protective helmets
High visibility reflective vest – AS/NZS 4602.1 – High visibility safety garments class day/night
and AS/NZS 1906.4 – Retroreflective materials & High Visibility materials for safety garments
Academic Requirements
A basic understanding of the English language
Students must have sufficient language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to do simple calculations, read, write and understand English, and provide verbal / written responses to questions in English to undertake training and assessment of the unit
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Check out your eligibility for ”Smart & Skilled” and more about this course by contacting an Orange College subject matter expert in this course and great NSW Government initiative by email inquiry to ”enquiries@orange.edu.au” or by phoning 1300 069 642
On the job training with the employer and/or Saint Yon Trade Training Centre 544-548 Chapel Rd, BANKSTOWN, NSW, 2200
Check out your eligibility for ”Smart & Skilled” and more about this course by contacting an Orange College subject matter expert in this course and great NSW Government initiative by email inquiry to ”enquiries@orange.edu.au” or by phoning 1300 069 642
On the job training with the employer and/or Saint Yon Trade Training Centre 544-548 Chapel Rd, BANKSTOWN, NSW, 2200
Students from around the world are welcome to participate in Orange College Study Tour Program. The program offers invaluable education and cultural experiences for primary and secondary students in the heart of Victoria’s Capital City – Melbourne.
The program offers an ideal mix of academic and rich cultural experiences in Melbourne and surrounds. Students will have the opportunity to improve their English language skills and develop a greater appreciation and understanding of Australia’s unique and eclectic culture. During their visit, students improve English skills, grow in confidence and explore Australian culture.
Short-term study tours are hosted in Orange Victorian Campuses . Each tour is tailored to the visit duration and group interests in one or more study tour themes. Tour groups study with Orange College in modern educational facilities.
Melbourne Campus, Port Melbourne Campus and Hobart Campus
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