The Not Boring Safe Design Course

Probably not fun… but certainly not boring.

Safety in Design Online Course
The team from Safe Design Australia (SDA) have developed a flexible and convenient online training course specifically focussed on Safety in Design (SiD) for design professionals in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.
Who should do this?
The SiD course is suitable for all professionals involved in the design, development and construction of structures:
  • Designers
  • Architects
  • Engineers
  • Property Developers
  • Design and Construction companies
  • Principal Contractors and Project Managers
About the Course
The online Safety in Design Course (2hrs) is a self-paced program consisting of great videos, presentations, and documentation, covering all aspects of Safe Design.
The Course consist of 7 Modules with sub-sections ranging in length from 2 minute videos to 20 minutes of content. To lock in the learning we have a short self-assessment quiz to re-cap what was covered and ensure you’ve understood the learning concepts.
  • Module 1: What is Safe Design?
  • Module 2: Principles of Safety in Design
  • Module 3: Safety in Design starts with you
  • Module 4: Risk Management
  • Module 5: Safety in Design in Action
  • Module 6: Legal Aspects of Safety in Design
  • Module 7: Safe Design Course Summary


Learning Objectives

At the end of the self-paced program you’ll be a LEGEND of SAFE DESIGN. This includes being able to:

  • Identify key Safe Design principles & benefits
  • Discuss Safety in Design Risk Management processes & systematic assessment
  • Understand lifecycle design considerations
  • Understand the need for transfer of information - records & reporting
  • Identify good practice in Safety in Design
  • Be aware of WHS legislation - Safe Design duties & obligations

Continuing Professional Development

On successful completion of the course you'll receive a 'Certificate of Completion' – which states the number of CPD* hours of training and serves as documentary proof of completion. Please contact your respective Association to check their individual CPD requirements.

CPD hours = Continuing Professional Development hours allocated in accordance with your Professional Association policy.


Your Instructor


John Daly
John Daly

John Daly is the Director of Safe Design Australia (SDA) with extensive Australian and international design safety experience and expertise. John and the team from SDA have designed this online Safety in Design course to assist you in understanding and meeting your design safety obligations whilst ensuring you benefit from the latest resources and design safety best practice knowledge.

SDA are specialist safe design consultants with a team of work health and safety consultants and risk managers operating throughout Australia and New Zealand. Clients include architects, building designers, developers, design and construct companies, principal contractors, engineers, and local government. SDA understand that good design is important, and believe that safe design can be achieved without compromising design intent.


Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
It starts and ends whenever you want. You can take it completely at your own pace. It doesn't even need to end. Ever. A never-ending Safe Design course, can you imagine!
How long do I have access to the course?
As long as the internet exists, so will this course. And after enrolling, you have unlimited access to it for as long as you like, on any devices you own.
What if I'm displeased with the course?
'Displeased' is a word we'd never want to hear anyone use to describe this course. We think you'll quite enjoy it, but if for any reason you find yourself regretting enrolling, just get in touch within 30 days and we'll give you a full refund.
Will the course actually be 'not boring'?
Yes. Probably.
I'm practising outside of Australia, is this course still relevant?
It certainly is. Our principles are relevant regardless of country. There's a small legal section that concerns Australian-specific legislation, but our best-practice is of a higher standard than the law in most countries requires.
Is it true this course will improve my Safe Design skills by 99%?
Definitely. Although that percentage is based purely on our gut feeling. More of a vibe, really.

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