10830NAT Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention (Face-to-Face)
Crystalline silica dust is a serious health hazard found in many common construction, demolition, mining, and manufacturing materials. This nationally accredited course provides workers with the essential knowledge and skills to identify, assess, and control the risks associated with crystalline silica exposure in the workplace.
Through practical learning and risk management tools, participants will learn how to apply safety legislation, identify hazardous materials, and develop control plans that protect themselves and others from respirable crystalline silica (RCS) exposure.
Accredited Units of Competency
On successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for:
- NAT10830001 Prevent crystalline silica exposure
Prerequisites
What You'll Learn
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Learn to identify crystalline silica hazards in materials like concrete, bricks, and tiles
- Understand and apply safety laws, codes of practice, and safe work methods to protect yourself and others
- Recognise and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Develop effective silica risk control plans and meet essential workplace safety standards
- Identify the limitations of personal respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
- Apply safe systems of work in a variety of environments and tasks
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for individuals who:
- Work in industries such as construction, demolition, tunnelling, mining, stonemasonry, or jewellery manufacturing
- Use or handle materials like engineered stone, concrete, bricks, tiles, or mortar
- Are responsible for workplace safety planning, hazard identification, or risk control
- Need to meet legislative requirements for crystalline silica risk management
- Require training to comply with workplace or contractor safety requirements
HOW THE TRAINING WORKS
Training Delivery
- Delivered in person at one of our approved training facilities by a qualified industry trainer
- Total course duration is 4 hours, including practical activities and assessment
- Learners will participate in group discussions, view presentations, and engage directly with the trainer and peers in a collaborative learning environment
- Our workshops are equipped with physical samples, dust control attachments, and PPE for hands-on demonstration
Practical Activities Include
- Identifying physical samples of silica-containing materials
- Reviewing and interpreting Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and product specifications
- Exploring and applying risk control strategies through guided discussion and examples
- Developing a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) or silica risk control plan based on real-world scenarios
- Practicing with actual or replica dust control tools and respiratory protection equipment under trainer guidance
Assessment
You’ll complete:
- Theory assessment (multiple choice and short answer questions)
- Hands-on identification tasks using physical or visual sample materials and PPE
- Case study-based risk control plans or SWMS creation
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To fully participate and stay safe during practical activities, you should meet the following:
General Requirements
- Proof of identity must be supplied by you on the day of training and original copies will be verified by your trainer
- You must be at least 14 years of age to participate in the training
- Students under 18 years of age must supply parental consent (unless you are linked to an employer)
- You need a Unique Student Identifier (USI). If you do not have one, you can apply for it for free at www.usi.gov.au
Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND)
- Reading and completing knowledge questions (basic reading and writing at Year 10 level)
- Read and interpret safety data sheets, legislation, and workplace procedures
- Complete documentation such as control plans and hazard reports
- Following verbal instructions from the trainer
- Use a digital device (tablet/smartphone/laptop) for assessments
Physical Requirements
- Be physically able to stand, move, and interact with display materials and training equipment during the session
- Be physically fit and well to wear respiratory equipment, as required for demonstration or fitting activities
Got Any Questions?
If you’d like to know more about this course, entry requirements, booking options, or if you feel that you may need support in class…our team is here to help!
Call us on
1300 MAXWEL or email
[email protected] and we’ll make sure you have all the information you need.