Silica Awareness Training ACT
The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has introduced mandatory crystalline silica training, under WHS Reg 418D, similar to their existing asbestos awareness course.
REQUIRED TRAINING
VET course (10830NAT) for workers who might reasonably be expected to conduct high-risk crystalline silica work; and
Silica awareness training for virtually every other worker who might go onto any building improvement, renovation, repair or construction site.
OCCUPATIONS TO BE TRAINED
The key occupations required to complete the ACT silica awareness training include:
Architects
Builders & labourers
Building trades
Fencers
Locksmiths
Roofers
Sign erectors
Tilers
Civil & structural engineers
Commercial cleaners
Earthmoving plant operators
Glaziers
Pest controllers
Safety inspectors
Telecommunications workers
Handypersons
COST OF TRAINING & DURATION
The cost of silica awareness training in ACT ranges from a free 3-hour awareness course for CFMEU Incolink members, to about $375 per person for half-day sessions from various training organisations, up to a 1-day combined silica and asbestos awareness course for $570.
RECORDS TO BE KEPT
Employers are required to keep a record of the VET course or awareness training for 5 years after the worker ceases their employment.
We suggest you confirm your trade and worksite team have completed the required Silica training before undertaking any building work in the ACT.
