Our workplaces might be rapidly changing, but we must still remain vigilant when it comes to health and safety.
The recent SafeWork Australia report is a timely reminder that the construction industry is ranked in the top 5 with the greatest number of fatalities.
In 2019, tragically there were 26 fatalities in the construction industry. That’s 26 people who did not come home from work.
Health and safety is everyone’s responsibility. It's important to invest in health and safety training for your business and your workmates.
Let’s make sure we all get to go home from work at the end of the day.
1. DON’T BREAK YOUR BODY - MANUAL HANDLING
Sprains and strains are one of the biggest causes of injury in NSW, with more than 40,000 people injured every year. These injuries do not just stop you working, they stop you playing with your children and can significantly impact your quality of life.
The average time off for a Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) in NSW is 17 weeks at a cost of $32,774. Don't be another statistic. Protect you and your team today with our Manual Handling in Construction course. At just $50 for an hour of your time, this is a simple and effective way to prevent one of the most common workplace injuries.
1 CPD point.
2. WORK SAFELY AT HEIGHTS - #1 CAUSE OF DEATH & SERIOUS INJURY
More than 12,000 workers were injured after falling from a height between 2014 and 2017 in NSW. 25 died and more than 240 were permanently disabled.
Recent fines given to non-compliant organisations are in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Do not risk yourself or your team, your customers, or the community. Sign up to our industry-leading Work Safely at Heights course. For members it's only $299 and 14 CPD points.
3. BE PREPARED TO SAVE A LIFE WITH FIRST AID TRAINING
In 2015, there were 12,715 serious claims made in the construction industry resulting in a mid-range loss of work of 6.6 weeks.
In 2019, SafeWork recorded 26 fatalities. Being able to administer First Aid can save a life. This is an essential life skill, that you can apply not only at work but also at home
Complete the First Aid course for only $175.00 for members and earn 14 CPD points.
4. IT’S NOT WORTH THE RISK - ASBESTOS TRAINING
As an employer or business, you are responsible for managing asbestos in the workplace.
Don’t put yourself or your team at risk of asbestos-related illness. In 2018 nearly 700 Australians died from mesothelioma.
Be aware and be compliant or face serious health and financial penalties.
Our expert trainers deliver a range of asbestos training courses suitable for everyone in the industry. Depending on your requirements, members course prices range from $50 to $730.00.
Asbestos Awareness (online)
Remove Non-Friable Asbestos
Supervise Asbestos Removal
5. BE SMART AND TEST AND TAG YOUR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Over the past four years, more than 2,000 people have received electric shocks in NSW workplaces. Six were permanently disabled and five died.
“If you are a business or employer, you must make sure that electrical equipment is regularly inspected and tested by a competent person…” SafeWork NSW.
Learn how to Test and Tag your own electrical equipment with our course. For only $350.00 for members it’s a worthwhile investment to ensure you are compliant and safe. Enrol now into the Test and Tag of Electrical Equipment course.
7 CPD Points.
For the full range of work health and safety courses, visit our website.