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Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) and the model WHS laws, a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU) must ensure workers are provided with the information, training, instruction and supervision necessary to protect their health and safety. This course is designed for supervisors, managers, team leaders and others with responsibility for managing work health and safety in the construction industry to understand their WHS duties, identify and manage workplace risks, implement safe systems of work, and confidently meet their workplace health and safety responsibilities.
At a glance
- Delivery: Face-to-face
- Duration: 4 ½ hours
- Time: 12:00pm – 4:30pm
- Certificate: Certificate of Attendance (non-accredited)
- Cost: From $78 with member rate + funding (see Cost & funding)
- Location: Master Builders ACT, 1 Iron Knob St, Fyshwick
Overview
Supervisors and managers play a critical role in maintaining safe and compliant construction workplaces. This course provides the knowledge and practical skills to confidently apply the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) and the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (ACT) in day-to-day construction activities.
Participants will strengthen their understanding of workplace health and safety responsibilities, risk management, consultation, incident management, workplace inspections, and the development of Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS).
This is a non-accredited course. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
What you'll learn
- Decision-making principles under the WHS Act 2011, WHS Regulations (ACT and NSW), Codes of Practice and Australian Standards
- Consultation, cooperation and coordination with all parties
- Managing incidents on site
- Writing Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and risk assessments
- Undertaking WHS inspections
- Taking part in a construction site’s safety committee
Who this course is for
This course is for:
- Site supervisors and leading hands
- Construction managers and project managers
- Anyone responsible for WHS decisions on site
What you'll receive
This is a non-accredited course. There are no formal assessment requirements. Participants who successfully complete training will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Entry requirements
To enrol, you’ll need to:
- Be at least 16 years old and provide photo identification on the day
- Have a basic level of written and spoken English
Career pathways
This workshop strengthens the WHS capability of your site leaders and complements:
- 5-Day Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Training
- Health and Safety Committee Training
Cost & funding
- Standard rate:$276.00
- Member rate:$248.00
- With TFA funding:$106.00
- Member + TFA:$78.00
About the Training Fund Authority (TFA) rebate
If you’re eligible for funding through the ACT Building and Construction Industry Training Fund, you can access a discounted course fee by entering the code WHSSM26B at checkout. We will manage the funding claim on your behalf following your successful course completion. Check your eligibility at https://trainingfund.com.au/eligibility.
Course dates
Dates for this course are not open for online booking yet. Send us an enquiry and the MBA Training team will let you know when the next session runs.
The MBA Training advantage
When you train with Master Builders, you train with the industry’s own. We deliver the complete course, face-to-face, and we never cut corners on time or compliance.
We meet every national and ACT requirement, so your qualification is recognised wherever you work.
Competitive pricing
We keep our rates reasonable to help you and your team stay skilled without breaking the budget. With member discounts and TFA rebates, you can maximise your savings.
Nationally recognised
We offer many courses that lead to qualifications and statements of attainments recognised Australia-wide, alongside a range of industry-backed non-accredited training.