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Welcome to our daily digest – a blog post where we compile all of the resources that we have shared throughout our social networks today in a simple to find & easy to read single post.

End of Financial Year Sale
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Have you seen our massive EOFY Sale? Save 20% off the entire range of Training Resources. Promo Code: “EOFYS2013″

june_saleHow to Become an Accredited Assessor
http://goo.gl/udhVD
A licence to perform high risk work (HRW) is part of a system which authorises individuals to carry out particular classes of work. There are 29 high risk work licence classes (e.g. scaffolder, dogger, tower crane operation and forklift operation).

Shift to VET Licensing System
http://goo.gl/29Cs2
Registered Training Organisations face tougher regulation after tertiary education ministers approved a shift from registration to licensing. Under the change, the right to issue qualifications – now an automatic entitlement for registered colleges – will require a licence.  Licensed providers will need to meet tougher corporate benchmarks, and individual staff known as “accountable education officers” will be made responsible for the quality of training.

thescanDealing Effectively with Others in WHS
http://goo.gl/K6H5C
The need for, and benefits of, consultation in the workplace has long been recognised. The importance of consultation was highlighted in the Robens Report.

Investment in Technology Could Cut Delivery Times by Almost a Third
http://goo.gl/bDOA9
According to a recent survey conducted by Intermec, transport and logistics companies around the world believe that arming their mobile workforce with new technology could cut their pick-up times by 30% and delivery times by 29%, savings that could be crucial in boosting operational efficiency levels and meeting customer demands.

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Welcome to our daily digest – a blog post where we compile all of the resources that we have shared throughout our social networks today in a simple to find & easy to read single post.

Training Providers Forum 2013
http://goo.gl/vWiFO
This two day conference and exhibition with provide the latest updates on training and workforce development and showcase examples of innovation and good practice. This is a great professional development and networking opportunity for all training professionals.

trainingprovidersSkillsDMC 2013 Annual Conference
http://goo.gl/6UhDc
SkillsDMC are hosting our 9th Annual Industry Conference on Wednesday, 7th August, 2013 at The Westin, Sydney. The Conference brings together influential Industry practitioners and Government stakeholders from across Australia and international markets to share best practice and shape future workforce planning and development initiatives by engaging in panel sessions and industry dialogue.

skillsdmcNew Housing Stimulus Package to Deliver Affordable Housing in SA
http://goo.gl/XUe8A
The Sate Government has announced an Affordable Housing Stimulus Program to deliver about 175 homes and support more than 500 jobs over the next 18 months.

TaTE Forum Agenda now Available
http://goo.gl/wg8HT
The agenda for the Training and Tertiary Education (TaTE) Quarterly Stakeholder Forum on 14 June 2013 is now available All ACT VET stakeholders are encouraged to attend the TaTE Forum, which provides an opportunity for stakeholders to engage with the ACT Education and Training Directorate about current and future vocational education and training activities and related matters.

SkillsDMC Network Meetings
http://goo.gl/l5uTj
SkillsDMC Network Meetings have been organised to ensure that all of our industry partners and stakeholders have access to the latest developments and updates on activities that support improvements in workforce planning and development for the Resources and Infrastructure Industry.

Safe Work Awards 2013
http://goo.gl/aLZY5
The Safe Work Awards recognise South Australian businesses, organisations and individuals who are leading and achieving outstanding work health and safety outcomes.

Joint Group Training Program
http://goo.gl/Hhrjs
The Joint Group Training Program (JGTP) is an arrangement between the Australian Government and the states/territories to fund group training organisations (GTOs) that employ and manage the training of Australian Apprentices. JGTP is administered by the Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) in the ACT.

Weekend Read!

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Sometimes there just isn’t enough time in the week to read all of those lengthy articles, important updates, and interesting reports.

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That is where Safe Work Resources Weekend Reads come in – we compile a list of links to longer pieces, WARNING, you are about to come across some great reads and resources:

Training and Its Impact on the Casual Employment Experience
http://goo.gl/YJkaa

Web 2.0 Publishing Tools: A Quick Guide
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21st National Vocational Education and Training Research Conference ‘No Frills’: Refereed Papers
http://goo.gl/Cnin1

Teens and Social Media
http://goo.gl/e2bIC

Facilitating Reflective Teaching: Video-Stimulated Reflective Dialogues as a Professional Development Process
http://goo.gl/4SzLr

Ken Robinson: How to Escape Education’s Death Valley
http://goo.gl/iecNl

Digital Technology and Australian Teenagers: Consumption, Study and Careers
http://goo.gl/dYBi0

Making Sense: a Business Perspective on School Reform
http://goo.gl/df2nj

Learning as a Driver for Change
http://goo.gl/cJQxM

TAFE Directors Australia Newsletter
http://goo.gl/4MAOz

Girls, you Can Run the World (With Education)
http://goo.gl/b6K3L

Enjoy your weekend reads and see you again next week.
- Safe Work Resources Team

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Welcome to our daily digest – a blog post where we compile all of the resources that we have shared throughout our social networks today in a simple to find & easy to read single post.

SkillsDMC
http://goo.gl/DvJAA
Skills DMC will move the RII Training Package into a state of Continuous Improvement after endorsement. For feedback follow the link above.

skillsdmcWhy Online Learning Will Be The Future of All Education
http://goo.gl/71a2s
My 9 year old was sitting in front of the computer doing his advanced math from a program his school has licensed when all of a sudden he blurts out, ‘Imagine if (E) and (R) and I could all go to college together from our computers from my house!!!’  It came from nowhere, just this ‘great idea’ he had… Read more by clicking the link.

Call for Comment on Bowen Basin Coal Project
http://goo.gl/WkY3N
The community is encouraged to have its say on the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed $1.76 billion Byerwen Coal Mine, in the Northern Bowen Basin 140 kilometres west of Mackay.

queensland-governmentThe Gaffer and the Teacher
http://goo.gl/aIPXC
The gaffer and the teacher is a great Industry Knowledge and Training video, go check it out!

Apple iOS 7: Sleek, Elegant Software Redesign for iPhone, iPad
http://goo.gl/1oBNm
Although Apple didn’t announce any new iOS devices, the big redesign featuring an array of new software upgrades in the iOS 7 operating system will make existing devices seem new.

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Welcome to our daily digest – a blog post where we compile all of the resources that we have shared throughout our social networks today in a simple to find & easy to read single post.

Training Providers Forum
http://goo.gl/YSf8p
Sustainability Technology & Innovation are a few of our favourite topics! We Can’t wait to for Training Providers Forum 13! Are you coming?

trainingproviders132013 Resources RTO Association 2nd Annual Conference
http://goo.gl/3jf3l
The Resources RTO Association Inc are setting new benchmarks for training and safety in the resources sector, and have great pleasure in announcing that planning is under way for the inaugural Resources RTO Conference scheduled for Wednesday 23 – Friday 25 October 2013 in Sunshine Coast.

rtoEnd of Financial Year Sale
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This is massive! You can save 20% off ALL of our Training Resources! Enter the promo code “EOFYS2013″ when purchasing any training resource, from our website.

Creating Opportunities for Resource Exploration
http://goo.gl/AqjwK
The CORE (Creating Opportunities for Resource Exploration) program is a new $3.95 million initiative by the Territory Government designed to maximise opportunities for the exploration and discovery of new mineral and petroleum resources.

Rail Industry Worker System Launched
http://goo.gl/P9PtL
In a move aimed at cutting red tape for rail employees and employers, the Australasian Railway Association have launched an industry led solution to managing worker competence that complies with national legislative requirements.

Safer Communities Require Safer Roads
http://goo.gl/5pSdz
The 2013-14 State Budget will provide a new $100 million fund to improve toad safety across South Australia. Premier and Tresurer Jay Weatherill said safer communities require safer roads, with this years budget continuing the Governments commitment to reducing the road toll.

If You’re Not Sure, Ask.
http://goo.gl/bH1Lb
Have you seen the “If you’re not sure, ask.” videos yet? They are great videos all about safety.

Daily Digest!

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Welcome to our daily digest – a blog post where we compile all of the resources that we have shared throughout our social networks today in a simple to find & easy to read single post.

Priority to TAFEs in QLD Plan to Outsource and Privatise
http://goo.gl/zHRcN
TAFE centres could lead an outsourcing drive in Queensland, with the Newman government pitting the private and public sectors against each other in delivering training services.  Just a day after delivering the Liberal National Party government’s second budget, Treasurer Tim Nicholls said TAFE centres were a priority for “contestability” reforms, which are likely to include other parts of the education and health departments.

thescanRegional Express Trainee Profile
http://goo.gl/mwWoM
Rosina Booth, 29, always wanted to be a pilot and started lessons when she was just 16. She trained on “weekends and weeknights”, but the cost of lessons became prohibitive, and post-September 11 an aviation career looked “doubtful” as the industry downsized.

transport-and-logisticsSkills for All Training Provider Contract
http://goo.gl/zcCwr
Information about the terms and conditions of the contract for Skills for All Training Providers. Training Provider Guidelines and how to add or remove courses or skill sets from your schedule of courses.

End Of Financial Year Sale
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Have you seen our massive End Of Financial Year Sale? You can save 20% off the entire range of Training Resources. Find out more by clicking the link above!

june_saleStandards for the Regulation of VET
http://goo.gl/d8wOI
The Bulletin provides important information on the outcomes of the 7 June 2013 meeting of the COAG Standing Council of Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment (SCOTESE) relevant to the NSSC and the standards for the regulation of VET.

nsscFunding for Taree Transport Hub
http://goo.gl/sEFps
Greater Taree Council is delighted with news of its $10 million funding windfall. Regional Development Australia has given the thumbs up to Taree’s Northern Gateway Regional Transport Hub. Plans are in place for a Cundletown bypass, replacing the Dawson River Bridge and developing council land for a heavy vehicle interchange.

Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service
http://goo.gl/B4Khw
This document summarises the information provided in the ‘Training Update’ the fortnightly e-newsletter produced by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service. Information is sourced from State and Territory Training Authorities.

Daily Digest!

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No Choice Over Embracing Online Education
http://goo.gl/u4Ol6
University of Queensland vice-chancellor Peter Hoj is preparing his institution for massive change in higher education, warning that it needs to build its reputation as a global university.  In an address to university staff on 31 May, Hoj said if change in higher education are“as large scale as some envisage, then it will be unsettling for most of us”.  A focus of his speech was the rapid growth in online education and he warned the advent of massive open online courses, or MOOCs, “could fundamentally change the way we need to operate”.

Qld Opens TAFE Assets to Private RTOs
http://goo.gl/ezQJF
The Queensland government has released a “reform action plan”, its detailed response to the report of the Queensland Skills and Training Taskforce. Great skills. Real opportunities confirms that full contestability of public funding will be phased in from 1 July 2013, to come into full operation from 1 July 2014.   It also takes the concept of “competitive neutrality” to another level in Australia: the ownership of what are now TAFE facilities are to transferred to a new, yet to be determined entity, which will provide access to public training facilities for private providers as well as the public TAFE institutes.

Literacy is Everyone’s Business – Free Industry Events
http://goo.gl/3dfcO
Australia’s Industry Skills Councils are giving you this FREE opportunity to discuss your individual staff Language, Literacy and Numeracy needs with an Industry Workplace English Language and Literacy (WELL) Broker. Hear first-hand from other employers who have benefited from the WELL Program, and how you can access funding.

Exploring Collaborative Online Learning
http://goo.gl/7Lpbh
An investigation was carried out to determine the extent to which evidence of collaborative learning could be identified in students’ textual interactions in an online learning environment. The literature on collaborative learning has identified a range of behaviors that characterize successful collaborative learning in face-to-face situations.

All-Energy Exhibition and Conference
http://goo.gl/YIWPZ
All-Energy Australia is an annual, free-to-delegate, business-to-business conference and networking forum hosted alongside an impressive exhibition showcasing renewable energy, clean energy, sustainable transport and energy efficiency.

all-energyPublic Comment Now Open – Draft Model Work Health and Safety Code of Practice for Managing Risks in Stevedoring
http://goo.gl/Qmh7b
To support the model Work Health and Safety Act, Safe Work Australia has released a draft model Code of Practice for Managing Risks in Stevedoring for public comment. A Consultation Regulation Impact Statement on the model Code will be released for comment at a later date if required by the Office of Best Practice Regulation.

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