To work on a building site in Australia it is a requirement that everyone holds a current General Induction Card, also known as a 'White Card'. The White Card is now nationally recognised and valid for use on all construction sites in Australia.

Course Duration - 6 hours plus breaks

Course Requirements - 100 points of identification must be provided to ITeC prior to commencement of the training. Participants failing to provide 100 points of identification will not be permitted in the class room. For a comprehensive list of acceptable identification documents, click here.

Course Cost - $125

Who Should Do This Course - People working, or looking for work in the construction industry.

Unit of Competency

CPCCOHS1001A - Work Safely in the Construction Industry

Course Content

• Identify OHS legislative requirements
  
• Identify construction hazards and control measures
  
• Identify OHS communication and reporting processes
  
• Identify OHS incident response procedures

Accreditation - Upon successfully completion of this course, participants will be provided with a Certificate to prove competence, and a card from WorkCover will be issued within a month. This card needs to be carried at all times on a worksite and failure to produce this evidence of Construction Induction can lead to fines and worksite penalties. 

Click here to view the White Card flyer for Wollongong and here for the flyer and information for Nowra!

FOOD SAFETY SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATE

New food laws require certain businesses dealing with food in NSW, including the hospitality and retail food service sector to have a qualified Food Safety Supervisor (FSS).

It is a requirement since the 1st October 2011 for each business to appoint their trained Food Safety Supervisor and notify their relevant council.

Penalties for not having a Food Safety Certificate in NSW include a $330 fine for individuals or a $660 fine for corporations, plus placement on the NSWFA "Name and Shame" website for 12 months.

Course Duration - 6 hours a day over 2 days. Training is delivered in face to face training environment, ensuring participants recieve the most from their enrolment. 

Course Cost - $250

Who Should Do This Course - People working, or looking for work in the retail and hospitality sectors.

Units of Competency

SITXOHS002A - Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures

SITXFSA001A - Implement Food Safety Procedures

Course Content

• Follow hygiene procedures and identify hygiene hazards
• Report any personal health issues
• Prevent food and other item contamination
• Prevent cross-contamination by washing hands
• Implement procedures for food safety
• Store food safely
• Prepare food safely
• Provide safe single use items
• Maintain a clean environment
• Dispose of food safely

Accreditation - Participants who successfully complete this course will be issued with a Food Safety Supervisors Certificate from the Food Authority of NSW. This certificate will be the evidence required for the business to meet the legal requirements of having a trained Food Safety Supervisor on site and should be kept on the premises.   

Click here to view the Food Safety Supervisor flyer.

 

BASIC FOOD HANDLING 

Course Duration - 6 hours including breaks

Course Requirements - This course has no prerequisites and is an introductory course.

Course Cost - $110

Who Should Do This Course - This course is a must for anyone currently working with, or plans to work with food, including in the retail and hospitality sectors, as well as many volunteer positions.

Unit of Competency

SITXOHS002A - Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures

Course Content

• Follow hygiene procedures and identify hygiene hazards.
• Report any personal health issues.
• Prevent food and other item contamination.
• Prevent cross-contamination by washing hands.

Accreditation - This course provides participants with a certificate of competence in SITXOHS002A - Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures which is a nationally recognised qualification. This certificate will provide evidence of your ability to work with food in a safe and hygienic manner and may be required by your employer. 

Click here to view the Basic Food Handling course flyer!

 

FIRST AID COURSE 

Course Duration - 6 hours plus breaks

Course Requirements - This course is an introductory course and there are no prerequisites for this training.

Course Cost - $150

Who Should Do This Course - This course is a must for everyone, giving you the skills and confidence in providing First Aid in an emergency situation.

This course also meets the workplace standards for a First Aid Officer in the workplace.

Unit of Competency

HLTFA301B - Apply Basic First Aid

Course Content

• Assess the situation
• Apply first aid procedures
• Communicate details of the incident
• Evaluate own performance

Accreditation - This certificate demonstrates competence in Senior First Aid and can be used to meet your requirements of a First Aid Officer in the workplace.  

BASIC COMPUTING FOR SURVIVAL 

Course Duration - 6 Hours including breaks

Course Requirements - This course is designed for beginners and there are prerequisites for this training.

Course Cost - Contact us at the office as price varies dependant on your needs

Who Should Do This Course - Anyone who is interested in learning the basics of computing including:

• People looking to develop basic skills for employment and further education
• People wishing to enter the wonderful world of computers but who need a starting point
• Parents and Grandparents looking to keep up with the kids, including emails, social media and internet searches

Unit of Competency and Course Content - This course is tailored to meet the needs of the participants and units of competency can vary to ensure you are getting the training you need. Talk to the office today to discuss your options.

• Introduction to the computer
• Internet surfing skills
• Internet safety
• Email and email attachments
• shopping online
• Social Networking including FaceBook, Twitter and Blogs

 

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