Program overview

The Pre-employment program features both theory and practical components that participants will need to successfully complete. Courses are run regularly throughout the year.

2010 schedule

The remaining 2010 courses will be run:

  • 9 August - 20 August
  • 25 October - 5 November

Note these dates do not include any TAFE component, which would increase the program duration by six days.

If you would like more information or to register for the Pre-employment Program, please email .

Program topics

Induction & OHS legislative requirements

Find out how to meet legal OHS responsibilities and ensure a safe work environment.

Senior First Aid

Essential first aid skills.

Control of small fires

Learn how to control small fires.

Bushfire awareness

Find out what to do if caught in a bushfire.

Work zone traffic management

Learn how to control traffic and implement a traffic management plan.

Manual handling

Prevent the risk of injury by applying correct manual handling techniques.

Working from heights

Discover how to safely work and rescue from heights.

Working safely near live electrical apparatus

Learn how to work safely near live electrical apparatus.

Confined space entry & rescue

Be taught how to safely enter a confined space and perform a rescue from a confined space.

Basic slinging techniques

Find out how to safely select, inspect and use slings for lifting loads.

Workshop practice

Learn how to operate basic workshop machines and hand tools, as well as electrical and pneumatic tool safety.

Explosive power tool use

Develop the skills to safely operate an explosive power tool.

Basic electrical theory

Learn basic electrical principles including safety.

Chainsaw operation and safety

Understand how to safely operate a chainsaw and perform basic maintenance of chainsaws.

Working safely around plant equipment

Discover how to work safely near mobile plant equipment.

Personal protective equipment

Learn how to inspect and wear personal protective equipment.

Basic ropes and knots

Become skilled at inspecting ropes and tying basic knots.

Ladder handling and climbing

Find out how to safely handle and climb ladders.