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Course overview
Exposure to crystalline silica dust, a dangerous substance in high doses, is an inherent occupational risk for many workers.
Silica is a common naturally occurring mineral, also known as silicon dioxide. Silica can be found or manufactured in different forms, broadly divided into crystalline and non-crystalline (amorphous).
The most common form of silica is quartz. Silica is found in some stones, rocks, sand, gravel and clay. Silica dust can also be found in:
- bricks
- pavers
- tiles, and
- concrete.
When natural stone or rock and other silica containing products are cut, crushed or sanded, dust is released. The very fine portion of the dust that is generated is known as respirable crystalline silica or silica dust.
This course provides the skills and knowledge required to recognise the workplace health and safety risks and hazards of working with silica dust and to implement safe work systems for the prevention of exposure, limiting the effects on worker health.
If you register for a virtual course, you will need to ensure you have access to an electronic device with video and audio capabilities to dial into the virtual session.
CPD points
This workshop has been approved for CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points as below:
- NSW – 8pts
Essential information
Participants will be able to:
- use products in accordance with legislation and National standards
- identify products containing crystalline silica
- identify the consequences of use and/or exposure to silica dust
- prevent the risk of harm to oneself or others.
Participants will also be able to identify and apply the following knowledge within the context of their job roles for their own safety and the safety of fellow workers and bystanders. This includes:
- identifying crystalline silica containing products
- understanding the relevant legislation, guidelines and standards
- recognising the consequences, hazards and risks to health due to exposure
- understanding exposure standards
- Safety Data Sheets
- hierarchy of controls
- systems for prevention of exposure
- risk assessments and hazard prevention.
On successful completion of this National Accredited course you will be issued with a HIA Statement of Attainment.
No pre-requisite training required.
Participants require a basic level of language, literacy and numeracy skills in order to be able to read documents relating to the proper fitting of machinery attachments and personal protective equipment (PPE) and the identification of common silica containing materials from specification information.
Fees
| Member | Non-member | |
| Eligible for TFA rebate |
$280.00 | $380.00 |
| Non-eligible for TFA rebate |
$380.00 | $400.00 |
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Who should attend?
Worksafe ACT require all workers in the following occupations and those who are reasonably expected to work with silica containing materials must undertake 10830NAT – Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention before 1 October 2023.
The course is relevant for:
- Builders
- Building inspector
- Carpenters
- Stonemasons
- Painters
- Plasterers
- Plumbers
- Tilers
- Bricklayers
- Electricians
- Construction labourers.
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