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    Supervisor Responsibilities (Mandarin)

    Now available in Mandarin.
    This course aims to provide an employer or supervisor with the skills to undertake the appropriate level of supervision for employees.
    现已推出中文(普通话)版本。
    本课程旨在为雇主或主管提供为员工提供恰当监管级别的技能。

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    Certifier Corruption Prevention

    This course is designed to improve the knowledge of certifiers as public officials, address corruption, conflict of interest, and risk assessment, help learners better understand corruption, and equip them to identify and proactively manage risks.

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    Certifier Practice Standards

    This course is designed to improve the skills of certifiers as public officials. Learners will explore the Practice Standards across the multifaceted demands of a certifier’s role, identifying, understanding, and applying the Practice Standards in various real-world scenarios and case studies.

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    Cavity Barriers in External Walls and Cladding Systems

    Learn how to select, install and apply cavity barriers as a fire safety measure within wall systems, and expand your knowledge of cladding safety recommendations to meet required building standards and regulations.

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    Strata and Remedial Building Work

    Learn how to navigate the remedial building process in strata buildings and understand your role and obligations as the owner's corporation, strata committee, strata manager or building manager.

  6. NSW Building Industry Research Panel

    Help shape the future of the NSW construction industry. Join the NSW Building Industry Research Panel to share your insights and participate in research activities.

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  7. Meet Building Commissioner James Sherrard

    Leading the state's first dedicated building and construction regulator.

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Certifier Corruption Prevention

This course is designed to improve the knowledge of certifiers as public officials, address corruption, conflict of interest, and risk assessment, help learners better understand corruption, and equip them to identify and proactively manage risks...
$0
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Certifier Practice Standards

This course is designed to improve the skills of certifiers as public officials. Learners will explore the Practice Standards across the multifaceted demands of a certifier's role, identifying, understanding, and applying the Practice Standards in various real-world scenarios and case studies...
$0
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Supervisor Responsibilities (Mandarin)

Now available in Mandarin.
This course aims to provide an employer or supervisor with the skills to undertake the appropriate level of supervision for employees.
现已推出中文(普通话)版本。
本课程旨在为雇主或主管提供为员工提供恰当监管级别的技能。
$140
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FRNSW Consultation in the Performance-based Design Brief

Fire and rescue services are recognised across jurisdictions as subject matter experts for fire brigade intervention and life safety expertise in the event of fires and other emergencies…
$70
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Plumbing, drainage and gasfitting regulation in NSW

This course is designed to empower new and current holders of Contractor licenses and Tradesperson Certificates in plumbing to understand their roles in the industry, the role of the regulator, and the importance of compliant work in the plumbing industry in NSW…
$140
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The value of Australian Standards

In this Construct NSW course, you will learn about the world of standards and codes, including an overview of the building and plumbing regulatory framework and how it operates in Australia, the responsibilities of Standards Australia…
$140
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Navigating the Design and Building Practitioners (DBP) legislation

In this Construct NSW course, you will learn about the DBP legislation that commenced on 1 July 2021. By the end of the course you will understand why the legislation was introduced and its intended outcomes, how to navigate the legislation…
$140
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Integrated Testing and Commissioning

This course will assist design and building practitioners to develop better project and design outcomes through effective collaboration and well-integrated testing and commissioning processes…
$140
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Preventing falls in construction

This course will help employers and workers understand working at heights best practice.  It will teach the use of compliant control measures that prevent falls from heights and better identify and control and control falling from height risk...
$140
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Silica awareness and safety

This course will help managers, supervisors, and workers to identify materials that contain crystalline silica, understand the risks and long-term impacts of silica dust exposure, and how to implement control measures that reduce or eliminate exposure to silica dust...
$105
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Asbestos awareness and safety

This course will help you identify asbestos and hazardous activities that lead to asbestos exposure. You will learn about the long-term impacts of exposure, how to safely handle asbestos, and how to communicate regarding asbestos risks and controls with an informed perspective...
$175
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Asbestos Awareness for Solar Installers

This Construct NSW course is designed for installers of solar panels and battery systems (Installers) and is recommended training for anyone involved in the installation or maintenance of solar power or battery systems on domestic premises in NSW...
$70
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Fire Safety Measures: Fire Doors

This short course will help you better understand and apply the standards when assessing fire doors as an accredited practitioner Fire Safety Assessor (Fire Safety), commonly known as a Fire Safety Assessor...
$140
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Supervisor Responsibilities

This course aims to provide an employer or supervisor with the skills to provide the appropriate level of supervision for employees.  It supports and develops the knowledge and skills of others, and is essential in the construction industry...
$140
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Communicating to build stronger foundations

In this Construct NSW course, you will learn how to be an effective communicator which will help you to create ‘trustworthy’ building projects. Key concepts include communicating with customers, barriers to effective communication, effective communication plans...
$140
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Ethics in Construction

In this Construct NSW course, you will learn about the behaviours expected by everyone involved in construction and how making ethical decisions can help produce trustworthy buildings. Ethical conduct will restore consumer confidence in the construction industry and will reward all parties economically and professionally...
$140
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Establishing and maintaining a worksite

This Construct NSW course will provide you with the knowledge to create a safe and effective construction site, including planning to ensure daily construction activities, hazards and safety risks are assessed, control measures are implemented, and you are able to adapt to any changes that arise during construction...
$140
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How to reduce construction waste and improve productivity

In this Construct NSW course, you will learn about how to reduce waste and improve productivity in construction projects. This course is for all members of the construction industry. It explains where construction waste is generated and how it can be reduced...
$140
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Achieving quality built outcomes in a development project

This Construct NSW course is for developers and builders in the Class 2 market who want to improve their procurement processes and quality assurance practices. It’s considered mandatory for all developers and builders that join the Building Commissioner’s ‘Trustworthy Construction Group’...
$140
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Building contracts

Building projects can be a big financial investment for everyone. Whether it's a small renovation or building a new house, these projects involve risks for the builder, contractors, and the customer...
$140
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Resilience - Building a business that lasts

This course will help you to confidently plan for future challenges in a financially responsible manner, to enable sustainable growth and resilience...
$140
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Waterproofing remediation: How to ensure a successful project

Waterproofing defects and age-related failures can be challenging to remediate. The principles of this course are to ensure work is carried out by qualified people who diagnose, remediate and communicate, and ultimately focus on looking after the interests of building owners…
$140
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Waterproofing Design Principles

In this course you will learn about the essential design principles to prevent water leaks and leaching in buildings. The course focuses on residential apartment buildings (class 2) but the principles apply to all building types…
$175
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Watershedding Design Principles for below ground structures

In this course, you will learn about the watershedding design principles that are based on the simple notion of working with gravity to manage water around and in our buildings, principles that are often forgotten in the design and construction of below ground structures…
$245
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Cladding Remediation: Part A

Cladding remediation is a professional service that involves identifying the issues that cause façade defects and determining the corrective actions to provide long-term solutions for the integrity, safety and stability of a building façade…
$140
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Cladding Remediation: Part B

This course follows on from Cladding Remediation: Part A and will focus on problem solving for typical façade and cladding defects. You’ll learn about processes and technical insights for several remediation approaches using real-life examples and case studies to help apply your skills and knowledge in practice…
$140
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Project Remediate: Understanding the program

In this course, you will learn about Project Remediate, a 3-year NSW Government program to facilitate the remediation of potentially combustible cladding on eligible high-risk residential apartment buildings…
$0
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Fire and Rescue NSW regulatory pre-occupancy inspections

In this course, you will gain an understanding of the Fire and Rescue NSW pre-occupation building inspection process and the legislation that underpins it. The course is designed to help you better prepare to get it right first time, to avoid common mistakes in the construction…
$35
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Understanding Occupation Certificate Audits

In this Construct NSW course, you will learn about the changes and updates to the process of applying for and being issued an Occupation Certificate (OC) and the new process of occupation certificate audits including why the OC audit process exists…
$140
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Site Inspections for Engineers

This course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a site inspection engineer. Understand how to conduct a site inspection, the on-site processes, roles and responsibilities and practical tips to solve problems…
$175
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Multi-disciplinary Design Integration

In this course you will learn about the process of designing a building and what should be achieved at each phase. In particular, the behaviours and processes required to protect the design integrity of a building or place…
$140
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Producing compliant designs

In this Construct NSW course, you will learn about the design guidelines. It highlights best practice standards and common pitfalls to look out for when preparing declared designs so that you have a successful audit process…
$140
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Design and compliance for mid-rise timber structures

In this course you will learn about the consultant’s best approach to using timber structures in mid-rise projects, and the advantages when correctly designed and procured…
$140
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Feasibility, risk analysis and procurement of mid-rise timber structures

In this course you will learn about the developer’s best approach to using timber structures in mid-rise projects, and the advantages when correctly designed and procured…
$140
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Building Commission NSW

Building Commission NSW is the building regulator, ensuring the quality of residential buildings. Visit our website for more information and resources.

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Silica dust - drilling in construction

This SafeWork NSW video safety alert provides advice on how to help protect workers and others from silica dust on construction sites

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Now on Facebook

We're here! Building Commission NSW is now on Facebook to keep you informed, protected and empowered when it comes to home building and construction in NSW.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register for a course?

On this page, scroll up to ‘Marketplace’ and click on the course you would like to study. Click on ‘ADD TO CART’ and then ‘CHECKOUT’. Complete the registration questions and payment prompts. You will be emailed your login details and if you wish to study straight away click on ‘My courses’ at the top of the payment page to click through to the course.

Do I get qualifications after completing a course?

No, courses on this platform are not accredited but they will count as points towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

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Contact support on support.training@tafensw.edu.au.

When will other courses be available?

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How long will courses be available?

You will have access to the course for six months after payment and you are enrolled.

What is the pass mark for assessments?

The pass mark is 70%.

If I fail the assessment, can I retake it?

You have 3 attempts at the assessment. You will need to purchase the course again for a 4th attempt.  Each time you complete the assessment, the questions will be different.

Are there any eligibility requirements?

There are no eligibility requirements to complete courses on this platform. Just your interest and enthusiasm!

Who are these courses designed for?

Anyone who works in, or is interested in, the building and construction industry.

Are you a Design or Building Practitioner?

Are you a Design or Building Practitioner? You must complete the Navigating the Design and Building Practitioners (DBP) legislation course, and The value of Australian Standards course, before registering as a Design Practitioner or Building Practitioner under new building industry reforms.
Note – this course is not mandatory before registering as a Professional Engineer.

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