From 1 Sep 2024 employers in NSW need to provide Crystalline Silica Awareness training if:
Even if your team isn’t engaged in high-risk processing, it’s still important to provide information, instruction, training, or supervision to anyone who might be exposed to RCS in the workplace.
Equip your team with essential knowledge on silica safety with our comprehensive, SafeWork NSW approved Silica Awareness training. This course delves into the health risks associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS), including silicosis symptoms, and provides crucial information on identifying materials that contain crystalline silica.
Participants will learn how to interpret Safety Data Sheets and manufacturer’s information, understand workplace exposure standards, and implement effective control measures.
Our training also covers the proper use of respiratory protective equipment, general housekeeping and compliance with the recent changes to WHS Regulations, leading to compliant practices and a safer workplace.
This on-site course includes all topics required by the NSW WHS Regulator (refer SafeWork NSW) and includes a Silica Training Record.
We have embedded the eleven topics prescribed in SafeWork NSW’s Approved Silica training course outline in the following seven course modules:
Construction Workers – Individuals who cut, drill, grind, or demolish materials such as concrete, brick, and stone.
Stonemasons – Craftsmen who cut or shape stone.
Tilers and Pavers – Workers who cut or install tiles and pavers, using materials that contain silica.
Civil Workers – Including road builders, haulage drivers, excavator operators etc.
Renovation and Demolition Workers – Professionals involved in renovation or teardown of buildings, where old materials can release silica dust.
Miners and Quarry Workers – People working in settings where silica dust is common due to the extraction of specific materials.
Manufacturing Workers – Employees in sectors that produce or utilise silica-containing materials (for example glass manufacturing).
Supervisors and Managers – Individuals responsible for overseeing work that involves silica exposure.
Health and Safety specialists – WHS advisors focused on workplace safety, tasked with understanding the hazards associated with silica dust and implementing control measures.
SafeWork NSW requires that employers keep records of Silica Awareness training provided to their employees.
PeopleSafe Australia will provide:
Our on-site courses can be delivered to groups of up to 15 people on a dates and time that suit your team.
All course notes and learning material are provided and our trainer will arrive approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled start time to set up.
You will need a suitable training or meeting room with seating and table space. A whiteboard would be helpful. Our trainer will bring a projector and will need a blank wall or screen to project slides onto. Alternatively, we can connect to your TV or projector.
We can assist you with training to meet SafeWork NSW’s requirements around crystalline silica. Please contact us to discuss your case.
“Made the training very interesting. Helped keep everyone engaged throughout the entire course. Great teacher”. J.Khattar, Grindley.
“Excellent training. Very well communicated”. D.Lawrence. TPI
“Made it relevant and relative to an everyday workplace”. Tammie Cook, Wagga Wagga City Council.
“Richard was very well spoken and know a lot about the topic”. R.Gale, Blacktown City Council.
“Richard’s knowledge has been valuable. Great facilitator. 10/10.” Joseph Michael, Burwood Council.
“Best training class I’ve had”. T. Banza, Versatile Constructions.
“Very clear and precise information. Well structured”. R.Olejnik, Grindley.
“Very well presented. Ric had relevant experience that was reflective of what we experience on site”. J.Leaf, Toga Constructions.
“Best training session”. K. Ogunwa, Landmark.
“Ric is very knowledgeable and explains safety matters well”. J.Azzi, Grindley.
“Clear, concise, professional. Well spoken and engaging”. L.Kenjalo.