Civil Engineering | Construction
Hazard Awareness in Construction
Virtual industry taster
Immerse yourself in a real world, 360-degree, extended reality, virtual industry taster focused on Hazard Awareness in Construction. This dynamic learning experience places you in realistic construction site environments where you’ll encounter and identify a wide range of potential hazards. From working at heights and dealing with heavy machinery to navigating through active work zones, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the various risks inherent in construction work. Through interactive and engaging simulations, you’ll learn essential safety protocols and develop the practical skills necessary to effectively mitigate these risks. The experience is designed to empower you with the knowledge and confidence to ensure a safe working environment on any construction site. Whether you’re preparing for a career in construction or seeking to enhance your existing safety practices, this virtual taster offers an invaluable opportunity to deepen your expertise and improve your ability to recognise and respond to construction-related hazards, ultimately helping to protect yourself and others in the workplace.
Resources:
- Construction curriculum resource
- Engineering curriculum resources
- T-level resources
- Virtual industry taster
- Work experience
Sectors:
- Civil Engineering
- Construction
Duration:
Learning outcomes:
● Identifying Construction Site Hazards: Learners will be able to recognize and describe a variety of potential hazards on construction sites, including those related to working at heights, operating heavy machinery, and navigating active work zones.
● Learning Essential Safety Protocols: Learners will gain knowledge of critical safety protocols for mitigating risks on construction sites, ensuring they understand how to effectively respond to and manage potential hazards.
● Building Confidence in Hazard Mitigation: Learners will develop the practical skills and confidence needed to maintain a safe working environment on any construction site, empowering them to protect themselves and others from construction-related risks.
