317Duty to ensure worker has been trained

317 Duty to ensure worker has been trained

(1)  A person conducting a business or undertaking must not direct or allow a worker to carry out construction work unless –

(a) the worker has successfully completed general construction induction training; and

(b) if the worker completed the training more than 2 years previously, the worker has carried out construction work in the preceding 2 years.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) an individual, a fine not exceeding $3 600; or

(b) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding $18 000.

(2)  The person conducting the business or undertaking must ensure that –

(a) the worker holds a general construction induction training card; or

(b) if the worker has applied for but not yet been issued with a general construction induction training card, the worker holds a general construction induction training certification, issued within the preceding 60 days.