BREATHE EASY: SILICA SAFETY IN CONSTRUCTION
Learn how to identify and manage silica dust risks on-site with practical strategies that
protect your health, meet legal requirements, and keep your team safe.
Silica dust might be invisible, but its risks are very real. This practical, no nonsense course
gives construction workers the skills and know how to identify silica hazards on-site and
take action before anyone’s health is on the line.
Whether you are on the tools, managing a crew, or handling site safety, everything in this
course is designed to fit the real demands of construction work. Learn how to protect
yourself and your mates while staying compliant, and go home safe at the end of the day.
Cost:
$400 (training subsidies may be available, please contact us to discuss eligibility)
Duration:
5 hours (Face to Face)
Where:
Training is conducted at the CSTC Training Rooms at Trades Hall Centre
82 Beaufort Street, Perth WA 6000
Times:
Contact CSTC for further details
Pre-requisites:
There are no formal pre-requisites for this course
CSTC requirement:
A general understanding of WHS practices in the workplace is recommended
What you will learn:
- Spot the common products that contain crystalline silica
- Understand the health consequences of exposure, and why you do not want to end up there
- Get across the latest exposure standards and safety legislation
- Read and use Safety Data Sheets (SDS) effectively
- Apply the Hierarchy of Controls where it matters most
- Develop and follow safe systems of work, including SWMS
- Put prevention strategies in place that make sense for your specific trade or role
Assessment
Open book written questions and practical assessments undertaken in class
Certification:
A Statement of Attainment for NAT10830001 Prevent crystalline silica exposure will be
issued upon successful completion of the course
Please Note:
All students will need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to receive their certificates and or cards. Click here to apply for your USI. For more information, go to www.usi.gov.au
Course Enquiries:
For all bookings and enquiries please contact CSTC on 08 9358 6501 or by email to training@cstc.com.au
Before enrolling, please take a moment to access the Course Flyer and read our Student Information, which includes important details about payment terms and course requirements.
Construction Skills Training Centre (CSTC) RTO # 1974
Training and assessment conducted in partnership with Creative Safety Initiative (CSI) RTO # 88216
