Your roadmap to R1 Status ("Green Card" Evolution), CoreTrade, and Multi-Skilling Schemes.
Clarifying the shift from CSOC to AWSHCS.
Formerly known as the Construction Safety Orientation Course (CSOC) or colloquially as the "Green Card", the Apply Workplace Safety and Health in Construction Sites (AWSHCS) is the mandatory safety passport for all construction workers.
RNS handles course registration, exam scheduling, and card collection, ensuring your workforce remains site-compliant without administrative downtime.
Achieve the 10% R1 threshold and unlock significant levy savings.
Best For: Specialists deeply skilled in a single trade.
Requires 4 years experience (Tradesman) or 6 years (Foreman). Covers key trades like Reinforced Concrete, Structural Steel, and Electrical Wiring.
Best For: Versatile general workers.
Recognizes workers competent in two different trades (e.g., Tiling and Plastering) or one trade plus a safety certification.
Best For: High-quality new hires.
For candidates with a fixed monthly salary >$1,600 and passing the SEC(K) test at a higher skill level. Allows immediate R1 entry.
Best For: Experienced veterans (>6 years) earning >$1,600 who may not fit specific testing criteria but have proven market value.
Fabrication and installation of steel rebar and formwork for structural skeletons.
Cutting, welding, fitting, and erection of steel beams and columns.
Precise cutting and laying of ceramic, marble, or granite for aesthetic finishing.
Installation of water/gas pipes and pressure testing for leak-free operations.
Installation of conduit, trunking, cables, and switchboards with safety protocols.
Essential site logistics, housekeeping, and support for skilled tradesmen.