Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention – Online

10830NAT Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention (Online Only)
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.

Our Face-to-Screen delivery allows eligible learners to complete this course via live, instructor-led sessions in a virtual classroom. This ensures regional and remote participants can access quality training without compromising safety, interactivity, or assessment integrity.

Accredited Units of Competency
On successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for:

• NAT10830001 Prevent crystalline silica exposure

Prerequisites

• Nil

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  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

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  HOW THE TRAINING WORKS
Training Delivery

• Delivered in real-time using a secure virtual classroom platform (Microsoft Teams)
• Total course duration is 4 hours (consistent with face-to-face delivery)
• Learners will participate in discussions, view presentations, and interact directly with the trainer throughout the session

Practical Activities Include

• You will participate in virtual demonstrations and guided practical tasks, such as:
  • Identifying silica-containing products via images or video samples
  • Reviewing and discussing Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
  • Exploring and applying risk control strategies using real-world case studies
• You will prepare a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) or silica risk control plan
• Trainers will provide interactive instruction on the correct use of dust control tools, PPE, and engineering controls using visual aids and examples

Assessment
You’ll complete:

• Theory assessment (multiple choice and short answer questions)
• Practical identification tasks using secure digital materials (e.g. photos of silica samples, dust control equipment)
• Case study-based risk control plans or SWMS creation

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  ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To fully participate during practical activities and online learning, students should meet the following:

General Requirements

• Students must be located at least 100km from the nearest face-to-face delivery location to be eligible for this delivery mode
• Proof of identity must be supplied by you via our Onboarding Form and original copies must be verified on the day of training
• 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
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a device (computer, tablet or laptop) with a webcam, microphone, and speakers
• Ability to access and use Microsoft teams or Zoom meetings
• A quiet, distraction-free environment suitable for participating in a live online training session

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
• Confidently navigate online learning environments with minimal assistance

Physical Requirements

• Have the capacity to engage with online presentations, videos, and group discussions for an extended period of time

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.