General Induction Training
Step 1, 2, and 3 must be completed before you can apply for a job
General induction training consists of the knowledge and skills described in the unit of competency “Work Safely in the Construction Industry”
The training will include at least the following health and safety topics:
1. Identify and understand roles, responsibilities and rights of duty holders:
- Duty of care under common law
- Rights, responsibilities and enforcement provisions under OHS legislation
2. Understand OHS communication and reporting processes:
- Mechanisms for raising issues and reporting unsafe conditions
- Role and function of OHS representatives, committees or other OHS consultation arrangements
3. Apply the principles of risk management:
- Identify hazards
- Assess risks
- Control risks (including the hierarchy of control)
- Monitor and review