As we are all aware, Construction Induction training is mandatory for all construction workers in all states and territories and this is to ensure everyone working on a high risk work site are aware of how to do so safely.…
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Dodgy Construction Induction Cards Emerge on Worksites
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Man Faces Fraud Charges for Selling White Cards
Preying upon people looking for work in the construction industry, a Sydney man is now facing fraud charges for fraudulently selling white cards. The 37 year old man from Sydney has sold some 400 white cards to his clients, marketing…
Posted in Blog Tagged with: builders, building, construction, construction training, general construction induction, Safety Training, tradespeople, tradies, white card
Record Levels of New Residential Construction In Brisbane
The number of new homes being built in Brisbane is still surging with a record number of new residential construction helping to revive the local economy. The ABS reported that 1033 houses were approved in September which was the 2nd…
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What Caused that Accident or Near Miss?
A recent blog I came across reminded me of how important it is to investigate near misses and understand the root cause of these potential accidents to avoid them reoccuring with even more severe consequences. Linda Light in the article…
Posted in Blog Tagged with: building, construction, construction induction, health and safety, Safety Training, white card
Iowa Building Site Time-lapse Video
Cool construction video of an Iowa building site shows massive cranes in action.
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What Have We Learnt from National Safe Work Month
Safe Work Month highlighted the importance of safety on all work sites and just because it’s over, its doesn’t mean we should put safety on the back burner. This video by Senator Michaelia Cash encourages us all to continue making…
Posted in Blog Tagged with: Building Site, construction, OHS, Safe Work Month, Safety Training, white card, whs, Work health and safety
Safe Work Australia Addresses Musculoskeletal Disorders
A new approach to managing musculoskeletal disorders may be necessary according to a new video by Safe Work Australia. In this approach taking into consideration the physical hazards and psychosocial hazards that can contribute to musculoskeletal disorders is called for. Watch…
Posted in Blog Tagged with: health and safety, Musculoskeletal Disorders, OHS, Safe Work Australia, safety, Safety Training, white card, whs
Beware Falls from Ladders
Ladders are commonly the cause for concern because people don’t use them properly. That is why work from heights is one of the topics covered by the White Card course. The most recent accident involving a ladder that resulted in…
Posted in Blog Tagged with: falls, ladders, OHS, Safety Training, white card, white card traiining, whs, Work health and safety
Roads Authority Taking Chain of Responsibility message to Construction Industry
Roads and Maritime Services are taking the Chain of Responsibility message to the construction industry, reminding them that all vehicles must be safe. The New South Wales initiative by RMS comes as the state plans to ramp up infrastructure upgrades,…
Video Shows Years of Construction of Chicago Trump Towers
It’s always cool to watch a building go up, from ground level to a huge skyscraper. Watch as the impressive Chicago’s Trump Tower goes up.
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