CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry.

This unit of competency specifies the mandatory work health and safety training required prior to

undertaking construction work. The unit requires the person to demonstrate personal awareness and

knowledge of health and safety legislative requirements to work safely and prevent injury or harm to

self and others.

It covers identifying and orally reporting common construction hazards, understanding

basic risk control measures, and identifying procedures for responding to potential incidents and

emergencies. It also covers correctly selecting and fitting common personal protective equipment (PPE)

used for construction work.