By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Identify common materials and tasks that pose a crystalline silica risk
Understand the health effects of silica exposure, including silicosis
Apply relevant workplace safety laws and exposure standards
Interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for silica-containing products
Implement effective control measures using the hierarchy of controls
Contribute to safe work practices and silica risk management in the workplace
This course is ideal for workers and supervisors in roles involving silica exposure, including:
Construction and demolition workers
Stonemasons and concreters
Site supervisors and safety officers
Graduates may further develop their skills and knowledge through advanced qualifications, including:
BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
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To enrol in the 10830NATCourse in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention course students must meet the following entry requirements:
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This course is delivered over half a day (approximately 4 hours) and provides students with the essential knowledge and skills to identify and manage crystalline silica risks in the workplace.
Training is delivered face-to-face by qualified instructors and can be conducted:
At any of our training facilities, or
Onsite at your workplace (subject to suitability)
This flexible delivery ensures the training is relevant, engaging, and tailored to your work environment.
Assessment is conducted by qualified assessors using a combination of tools and methods, in accordance with the principles of assessment (fairness, flexibility, validity, reliability) and the rules of evidence (valid, sufficient, current, authentic). Students will be assessed as either Competent or Not Yet Competent based on their performance against the unit requirements. Assessment methods may include but not limited to:
To be declared competent, participants must satisfactorily complete:
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This course is available for delivery at the client’s site by arrangement. Please contactinfo@hostsafetytraining.com.au for information on upcoming course locations.
Students who successfully complete all training and assessment requirements will be awarded a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the unit of competency:
NAT10830001 Prevent Crystalline Silica Exposure
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