Skill set Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 12:12 AM AWST
23/07/2026 12:12 AM AWST
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Work Safety in Construction Skill Set
Work Safety in Construction Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
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State Code
AE386
AE386
TGA Status
N/A
N/A
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
This skill set will provide individuals with the skills and knowledge to become job ready for entry level roles in the construction field, such as trades assistant (TA) or general labourer, and it covers how to follow mandatory work health and safety requirements in accordance with safety legislative requirements.
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate II Level
Field of Education
0403 - Building
Skillset Type
State
Original TGA Release Date
11/11/2020
Current Release Date
20/07/2022
Current Release Number
3.00
Approved Date
29/07/2022
Transition Date
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Nominal Hours
134
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 20/07/2022 | N/A | Approved |
| 2.00 | 21/10/2021 | N/A | Replaced |
| 1.00 | 11/11/2020 | N/A | Replaced |
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards a range of trade pathways in the Construction industry.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
These units of competency provide credit towards a range of trade pathways in the Construction industry.
Skill Set Entry Requirements
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent.
OR
Year 10‐12 OLNA
OR
NAPLAN Year 9 Band 8
OR
Year 10‐12 OLNA
OR
NAPLAN Year 9 Band 8
Target Group
- Pre-employment
- Entry level
- Regulatory or licensing requirement
- Entry level
- Regulatory or licensing requirement
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package were attained in completion of the AE386 Work Safety in Construction Skill Set established by the Department of Training and Workforce Development in Western Australia
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBA83 | CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | 16 | Unit of competency |
| OAP37 | CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| ODX74 | CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | 6 | Unit of competency |
| OCN30 | CPCCVE1011 | Undertake a basic construction project | 24 | Unit of competency |
| OCN00 | CPCCCM2005 | Use construction tools and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCQ60 | CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE159 | Work Safety in Construction Skill Set | Skill set | |
| AE162 | Work Safety in Construction Skill Set (Fee Free) | Skill set |