…and complete the required formative and summative assessment tasks for each block. Assessment dates and expectations will be provided at the time of enrolment.
MBA Group Training has clustered the required units of competency across 6 blocks of training…
This course is aimed at experienced/existing workers. The training addresses the skills and knowledge for those responsible for stopping and starting traffic in temporary traffic management using a stop/slow bat or boom gate and the skills and knowledge for
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…deemed as eligible you may contact us or the Training Fund Authority directly: https://www.trainingfund.com.au/
PRE-REQUISITES
Minimum 15 years old.
CONTENT Understanding the risks, health hazards and effects of asbestos Identify Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) and their location in a…
…may contact us or the Training Fund Authority directly: https://www.trainingfund.com.au/
CONTENT Identification of crystalline silica containing products Relevant legislation, guidelines and standards Consequences, hazards and risks to health due to exposure Exposure standards Safety Data Sheets Hierarchy of Controls…
…scaffolding.
The course consists of theory and practical training, and requires participants to complete reading tasks, written assessments and calculations. This nationally accredited course, is accepted throughout industry and mining within Australia. The course is compliant with WH&S regulations…
…Implications and best practices
These two cases highlight several key points for employers to consider:
Clear and enforceable policies: It is advisable for all employers to establish and enforce clear policies regarding acceptable behaviour and communication, both in-person…
…of 18 years of age Participants must wear steel capped, safety footwear during training and assessment English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction Basic numeracy skills Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment (attached) to be completed…
…from the issue date on your certificate to apply for your card. You will need to apply for your card through Access Canberra. The application fee is $42.00.
For NSW attendees: STO will apply on your behalf for the…
…crane-loading platforms, cantilevered and spurred scaffolds, barrow ramps and sloping platforms. The course also includes perimeter safety screens, shutters, mast climbers and tube and coupler scaffolds (including tube and coupler covered ways and gantries) and consists of theory and practical…
…NCC and AS 3740-2010 requirements.
This course details practical design applications, compliant with the Standard and identifies minor and functional defects. It is designed for builders and anyone responsible for ensuring quality workmanship in relation to waterproofing.
The…
…skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction Basic numeracy skills to calculate volume and apply simple sling formulae Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment (attached) to be completed prior to confirmation of your enrolment CONTENT Fundamental principles of…
…with a maximum working load of 500kg. The course also includes ropes and gin wheels, safety nets and static lines, bracket scaffolds (tank and formwork) and consists of theory and practical training which requires participants to complete reading tasks, written…
…concrete, safety nets and static lines, perimeter safety screens and shutters; and cantilever crane loading platforms for licensing purposes. This course has been designed for individuals who currently work or intend to work as a rigger. This course is for…
…and store equipment on completion of work and close down a TGS/TMP Know the basic function of the TGS/TMP system Locate and apply required legislations, documentation, policies and procedures including documentation required for worksite projects and required traffic management Locate…
…Similar to overtime, the first two hours outside the spread are compensated at time and a half (150%), with double time (200%) paid for any hours worked after that.
Overtime and weekend work for casual employees
For…
…you will penetrate sheeting using appropriate equipment, resources, and PPE.
This course is delivered and assessed in English. Participants are required to understand both written and spoken English to a basic level to complete this course. If you are…
…long trousers and long sleeve shirts or overalls English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment to be completed prior to confirmation of your enrolment CONTENT Identify a confined space and…
…to duties offered. Section 195 of the Workers Compensation Act 1951 allows for conciliation and arbitration of disputes in accordance with the Workers Compensation Regulation 2002 (the Regulation). The Regulation stipulates however, that conciliation for a dispute concerning a worker’s…
…literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment Complete an Asbestos Awareness and Silica Awareness course mandated by ACT Government Complete Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) prior to commencing work a construction site – achievement of unit CPCWHS1001 covers this requirement….
…and general safety Workplace practices Site information and job planning Risk management Pre-operational checks Hoist operations Monitoring the load, hoist movement & weather conditions Transporting dangerous and hazardous materials Signals and communication Shutdown and post-operational checks Records LICENCE APPLICATION
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…successful completion of the course.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction Minimum of 15 years old
Participants are required to complete an online pre-course induction
CONTENT Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in line…
…Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGSs) also known as Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) for the site Assess and respond to changes in the environment, for example traffic volumes, weather conditions, road conditions, Work Health and Safety (WHS) and operational requirements Carry out…
…indicated discrepancies in his break times and multiple fatigue breaches.
In November 2021, the company dismissed its casual truck driver for not complying with the heavy vehicle fatigue management laws and the company’s fatigue management policy. The company said…
…volume and apply simple sling formulae Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment(attached) to be completed prior to confirmation of your enrolment
CONTENT
Plan Job Select and inspect equipment Set up tasks Erect structures and plant Dismantle structures and plant
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…both written and verbal instruction Basic numeracy skills Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment to be completed prior to confirmation of your enrolment
CONTENT
Hazard identification, risk assessment and controls Inspect, fit and use fall arrest harness Identify safe…
…order for a HSR to have the powers prescribed in the legislation, they must undertake the 5-day HSR training and update this training with annual refreshers. For further information on health and safety representatives and committees visit Worksafe ACT or…
…language skills need to be sufficient to understand and comprehend written and verbal instructions.
Numeracy skills are needed to interpret calculations and formulas.
CONTENT Workplace Health and Safety Personal equipment and chainsaw kit Professional attitude and confidence Chainsaw safety…
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Set clear performance expectations of your employees and ensure these are communicated. Keep employees updated on how they are performing on a regular basis so any issues can be resolved upfront in a timely manner. Open and honest communication
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…STO.
English language skills need to be sufficient to understand and comprehend written and verbal instructions.
Numeracy skills are needed to interpret calculations and formulas.
CONTENT Workplace Health and Safety Personal equipment and chainsaw kit Chainsaw safety features…
WHS for Supervisors, Managers in the Building and Construction Industry is a 4-hour workshop which covers management of incidents, SWMSs and undertaking WHS inspections
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
With growing demand for supervisors and managers to make informed, principled decisions
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Health and Safety Committee Training (HSC) is a four hour WorkSafe ACT approved course to provide information to workers on health and safety matters and the purpose, functions and responsibilities of a HSC.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Date: Please see
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…Basic numeracy skills English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment Laptop with webcam and internet access Before you register online you will need to have:
Your Unique Student Identifier
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…REQUIREMENTS
English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction
CONTENT Knowledge of the Work Health and Safety legislation Consultation, communication and representation responsibilities Work Safety Duty Holders and their responsibilities Monitor the compliance of the person…
…constituted hearsay, was not reliable, and was rejected.
Accordingly the Commission found the dismissal to be unjust and unreasonable because there was no valid reason for dismissal.
Key takeaways
The Commission’s decision reaffirms that an employee’s dismissal…
…convenient location of amenities; positioning and construction to prevent external flooding; clear access to amenities at all times; hygienic and safe discharge of wastewater; clean and sanitary amenities; and, adequate natural and/or artificial lighting for safe access and use of…
…STO.
English language skills need to be sufficient to understand and comprehend written and verbal instructions.
Numeracy skills are needed to interpret calculations and formulas.
CONTENT Workplace Health and Safety Personal equipment and chainsaw kit Chainsaw…
…are not limited to violence, aggression, bullying, and harassment including sexual harassment.
Some other examples which may assist in getting through the party season include:
Setting the example for the attendees – ‘monkey see, monkey do’ Create and remind…
…There are different provisions for home swimming pools and spas built, altered or installed before 1 May 2023 and after.
The scheme provides a four(4) year transition period for home swimming pools and spas built before 1 May 2023,…
…months, 12 months, and every subsequent 12-month period of employment for those working in non-small businesses (15 or more employees).
Similar to the FWIS, the CEIS outlines the terms and conditions of employment for casual employees, including their rights
…
…assessment report from an approved assessment entity. For more information on eligibility criteria and the registration process please see the ACT Government website, which includes mutual recognition pathways for registration.
A successful applicant will be issued with registration for…
…can assist in reviewing your contracts and employment documents to ensure compliance with the Act and provide clear communication to employees about out-of-hours contact. For assistance or more information, please contact the Workplace Relations and Legal Team at 02 6175…
…work performance the employer’s interests
A few examples from cases before the Fair Work Commission where an employee’s conduct did adversely affect one of the above and there was a sufficient connection between the employee’s behaviour and their employment
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…contract sum that the parties agreed on at the time of the contract. When calculating the contract sum for a lump sum contract, the builder should have factored all the costs for building works including the labour, materials, and any…
…following steps:
Read the Secure Local Job Code and understand your business obligations. Review and update your workplace systems and policies to meet the requirements of Part 2 and 3 of the Code. Engage an approved auditor to assess your…
…please contact STO
English language skills need to be sufficient to understand and comprehend written and verbal instructions
Numeracy skills are needed to interpret calculations and formulas
Content: Workplace Health and Safety Personal equipment and chainsaw…
…in demand is causing, for example with development approval timeframes, utility connections, and supply of materials and labour. MBA is currently working with the ACT and Federal Government’s to address these issues.
To help us with these discussions with…
…TasWater to its employees to comply with the revised policy in its entirety, is reasonable.
The decision reaffirms TasWater’s, and all employers’, obligation under relevant work health and safety laws and regulations to provide employees with appropriate PPE that…
…home swimming pools and spas. There are different provisions for home swimming pools and spas built, altered or installed before 1 May 2023 and after. Members are required to familiarize themselves with each of the four (4) transition periods set…
…General Advisory Note 08: Operational Acceptance and Final Acceptance requirements for infill developments General Advisory Note 09: Landscape Management and Protection Plans (LMPP) – Standard notes
The above Advisory Notes can be downloaded from the following webpage: https://www.cityservices.act.gov.au/plan-and-build/standards-codes-and-guidelines
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…working as chief executive officer for the second company and invoiced the second company for consultancy services.
In early 2022, the second company emailed the director of the first company informing her that her consultancy is cancelled. The director…
…respective companies.
The Obligations
Under the Act all employers are required to keep accurate, legible, and complete records for all employees and issue pay slips to each employee. These records are not to be altered, false or misleading…
…company and email address to MBA Events Team E: events@mba.org.au
The Women in Construction group is proudly sponsored by our founding partner Snedden Hall & Gallop and our supporting partners Miele, Shaw Building Group, Able Landscaping, RSM , e&s…
…security, health and wellbeing of workers; and Support for diversity and career development for workers.
Compliance with the SLJC is crucial if you intend to tender for and/or contract with the ACT Government for Territory-funded works.
To assist,
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…Gentleman to reduce bushfire risk in our national parks and nature reserves. Emma Davidson’s current portfolio responsibilities in community services and health will be broadened to include community sector reform and a new portfolio of population health. This new portfolio…
…$950*
*Cost does not cover the application fee for a High Risk Licence
For membership enquiries for MBA ACT please contact reception on 02 6175 5900
Before you register online you will need to have:
Your Unique…
Master Builders Industry Luncheons are held twice annually, and provide Master Builder ACT members with a unique, intimate forum, to hear about topical industry issues and ask questions of key industry speakers.
The 2024 Industry luncheons will be
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…that the IEP focus areas were thorough in outlining many of the key challenges of implementation including ensuring reliability of the network, complex buildings, workforce, upfront costs for community and business and ensuring equity through the transition. Across engagement activities,…
…specific task being conducted by the employee failure to develop, implement and enforce a safe work procedure for the specific task; and failure to provide any information, training and instruction to staff who were tasked to perform this task.
…
…(without rebate)
Non-Member: $80 (after rebate) $130 (without rebate)
The CPR (HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) component of this course is valid for 12 months.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction…
…at improving tree protection in both public areas and private land in the Territory. Members will be familiar with the Urban Forest Strategy 2021-2045 which sets out the ACT Government’s vision for a resilient and sustainable urban forest.
A…
…a streamlined process for payment disputes. It is important to note that the SOPA regime does not apply to a construction contract for residential building work where the works are carried out for the occupant of the property. If you…
…and Safety Regulation 2011 (“the Regulation”). These amendments will only commence on 19 August 2024.
The Act introduces or substitutes various penalties for offences committed in terms of the WHS Act and the Regulation, and introduces a new schedule…
…in court orders for compensation and penalties made against your company.
If you are bargaining for a union pattern enterprise agreement, it is crucial that not only you comply with the bargaining requirements in making an enterprise agreement, but…
…with employees is so important. Employers need to take time to consult with employees and collectively identify potential mental health hazards. Employers must implement robust control measures tailored to address any identified hazards and reinforced by comprehensive training, policies and…
The parties can enter into two contracts for the same block of land but different works, such as a builder and an owner can have a contract for the construction of the house and a separate contract for the
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…Importantly, businesses must continue to meet all work health and safety duties, including levels of compliance set out in the code of practice for welding processes which remains in force and is unamended.
Work health and safety (WHS) ministers…
…combination of wet cutting and one other specified control measure is used when working with (mechanically cutting) engineered stone; and an effective combination of controls are used when working with crystalline silica material other than engineered stone.
The model
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…to 70% of the course cost may be refundable to eligible applicants through the ACT Building and Construction Industry Training Fund. MBA Group Training will apply for this refund on your behalf on successful completion of the course. * Cost…
…provided and provide food when serving alcohol Clear communication to staff on start and finish times Educate employees on risks and reinforce expectations Have appropriate work policies and procedures in place Training or refresh training to staff on the relevant…
…operational grounds.
Fair and reasonable operational grounds
While the new laws are yet to be fully tested, examples of fair and reasonable operational grounds might include:
Substantial changes required in how the employer’s business is organized, Significant impacts…
…any formal training.
The second PCBU, who was responsible for removing the scaffolding, was said to have relied on the principle contractors inexperienced site supervisor to manage an exclusion zone which they were working above. The Judge commented and…
…effects of mental health Signs and impacts of fatigue Awareness of drugs, alcohol and addiction Injury & Illness and the impacts on workplace impairment How resources and environmental conditions can impair performance GENERAL INFORMATION
Dates: Please contact training short
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…for failure to train workers about crystalline silica awareness increased from $6,000 to $30,000 (for individuals) and $9,300 to $47,000 (for body corporates).
The monetary penalty amounts for categories 1 to 3 offences have been increased even greater. They…
…safety (WHS) policies regarding visitors and ensuring that those policies are being consistently followed and abided by.
A union official of the Queensland CFMEU has potentially escaped penalties for a contravention of s.499 of the Fair Work Act (2009)…
…discomfort. The employee lodged a complaint with the ACT Human Rights Commission and subsequently resigned.
The ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT) determined that KFC imposed a workplace policy that required managers to remain in the store during the…
…the correct level of entitlements for your employees and comply with the relevant industrial instruments.
Failure to pay wages and entitlements in accordance with the applicable Award or enterprise agreement can result in significant penalties for employers and other…
…Leadership – The senior leaders and managers are expected to understand their obligations under the Sex Discrimination Act. They will be responsible for implementing, documenting, and communicating effective measures and procedures to comply with the positive duty.
2. Culture…
…by an employee who will be covered by a proposed agreement, or the bargaining representative.
Common requirements for industrial action to be protected:
The industrial action has been approved by the Fair Work Commission after a successful ballot. The…
…and obligations as a worker. This includes following reasonable policies and procedures such as codes of conduct, workplace health and safety, and acceptable use of information communication technology resources. Additionally, workplace delegates must not hold up the normal performance of…
From 26 August 2024 section 15AA of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (‘the FWA’) has come into effect and introduces a new ‘ordinary meaning’ for employee and employer.
These changes were introduced in response to the decision
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…the industry and the current advocacy priorities being discussed with ACT Government. Members are given the opportunity to raise topics and questions, before and during the session.
These meetings will be held with both in person attendance and virtually.
…
…or There are fair and reasonable operational grounds.
Fair and reasonable operational grounds
While the new laws are yet to be fully tested, examples of fair and reasonable operational grounds might include:
Substantial changes required in how the…
…ensure that the services comply with the COLA and other operational acts.
There are a number of common queries, such as dealing with non-compliant services, being on-site every day, and what to do if you don’t want to be
…
Following a tragic and fatal incident on a building site in March 2018, a NSW roofing company was found to have breached the Code for the Tendering and Performance of Building Work 2016 (the Code) resulting in a 9
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…of the ACT building and construction industry.
Come join us for a delicious 3-course meal, at the iconic Hyatt Hotel Canberra to celebrate MBA’s member achievements for 2024 and the amazing leaders in our local industry!
EVENT DETAILS
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…claimant must make a claim on or after each reference and can only make one claim under the SOPA for each reference date. The reference date was either the date stated in the contract for making claims or, if there…
…registered event free of charge to attendees, for both prospective carpentry apprentices and their parents.
The event format will run as follows:
Section 1: Careers Presentation Session (ALL ATTENDEES) – approximately 30 minutes
A presentation outlining what a…
…contracts for the use of engineered stone that may not be fulfilled before the prohibition comes into effect on 1 July 2024.
For more information on the engineered stone ban in ACT please read the CMTED Factsheet here: Engineered…
…Government’s plan to transition off fossil fuels. The regulation will apply to all residential buildings, commercial land-use zones and community facility zones.
An exemption process will also be in place to provide options for businesses and commercial activities. Exemptions…
…if the principal contractor does not comply with the requirement to consult.
To access the approved form – Notice of Requirement to Consult click here.
To find a list of eligible unions and their contact details click here.
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…Act 2004 (ACT) and differentiates between structural and non-structural defects:
for residential building work in relation to a structural element of a building—6 years after the completion day of the work; or for residential building work in relation to a…
…the associated risks and implement control measures to minimise their risks.
Up to 70% of the course cost may be refundable to eligible applicants through the ACT Building and Construction Industry Training Fund. MBA Group Training will apply for…
…speech intense thirst nausea and vomiting rapid breathing and shortness of breath fast, weak pulse rate; palpitations tingling, numbness of fingers and/or toes visual disturbance dizziness, fainting (particularly when standing) seizures and unconsciousness
PCBU’s should have a work health
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