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Building and Construction
Structure: 8 sections with a quiz each, followed by “Spot the Hazard” simulation exercise.
Passing requirement: 100% with unlimited tries
Timing: Estimated learning time – 30 to 34 minutes
Structure: 8 sections with a quiz each, followed by “Spot the Hazard” simulation exercise.
Passing requirement: 100% with unlimited tries
Timing: Estimated learning time – 30 to 34 minutes
Structure: 8 sections with a quiz each, followed by “Spot the Hazard” simulation exercise.
Passing requirement: 100% with unlimited tries
Timing: Estimated learning time – 30 to 34 minutes
The building and construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries to work in, with many young people being injured every year.
Construction sites are always changing. A site that is safe one day may not be safe the next, so you need to pay attention all the time. Module details below.
Be aware!
17%
of work-related injuries in this industry happened to young workers between the ages of 15 and 24.
The building and construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries to work in, with many young people being injured every year.
Construction sites are always changing. A site that is safe one day may not be safe the next, so you need to pay attention all the time.
Be aware!
17%
of work-related injuries in this industry happened to young workers between the ages of 15 and 24.
Top incident causing injuries were from:
Other hazardous areas to look out for:
Electrical safety
Contact with a chemical or hazardous substance
Noise
Working in hot conditons
Electrical safety
Contact with a chemical or hazardous substance
Noise
Working in hot conditons
Other hazardous areas to look out for:
Electrical safety
Contact with a chemical or hazardous substance
Noise
Working in hot conditons
Source: WorkCover WA (2022). Workers’ compensation Western Australian claims data 2016-17 to 2020-21p
Note: Calculation based on a five-year total from 2016-17 to 2020-21p. Based on the percentage of all incidents, the combination of all injuries is not equal to 100%.
Injuries are measured by number of LTI/Ds (1+days/shifts lost)
SmartMove building and construction industry is classified under ANZSIC 2006 – Subdivision 30
Source: WorkCover WA (2022). Workers’ compensation Western Australian claims data 2016-17 to 2020-21p
Note: Calculation based on a five-year total from 2016-17 to 2020-21p. Based on the percentage of all incidents, the combination of all injuries is not equal to 100%.
Injuries are measured by number of LTI/Ds (1+days/shifts lost)
SmartMove building and construction industry is classified under ANZSIC 2006 – Subdivision 30
There are many ways to protect yourself and be safe in this industry.
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There are many ways to protect yourself and be safe in this industry.
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Acknowledgement of Country
The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.
WorkSafe SmartMove
Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety