COURSE OVERVIEW:
Welcome to the Safety Leadership in Roof Tiling Operations course. This program has been developed to equip you with the leadership capabilities, communication skills, and compliance knowledge required to promote and maintain safe working environments across roof tiling sites.
Safety leadership in construction means more than enforcing rules—it involves setting the tone for proactive risk management, modelling safe behaviours, and influencing others to prioritise safety in their daily tasks. This course begins by defining safety leadership in the context of roof tiling and clarifying the distinction between leadership and traditional safety management. It explores the positive impact that strong, visible leadership can have on team attitudes, incident prevention, and overall site performance.
Roof tiling presents unique risks that demand focused and informed supervision. This section introduces the most common hazards in roof tiling operations, including falls from height, unstable roof structures, extreme weather conditions, and hazardous tools or materials. Participants will learn how to recognise these risks early, control site conditions, and prepare for rapid changes in weather or access safety.
Leaders on roof tiling sites carry both legal and ethical responsibilities. This section outlines key obligations under the WHS Act and Regulations, focusing on the chain of responsibility, supervisor accountabilities, and the importance of ethical leadership in preventing harm. Participants will explore how legal compliance and moral decision-making intersect on live construction sites.
Creating a positive safety culture is critical to long-term injury prevention. This section examines how safety leaders influence team behaviour by modelling best practice, reinforcing shared values, and addressing unsafe conduct constructively. Techniques for fostering team accountability and supporting peer-to-peer safety engagement are also explored.
Clear and consistent communication is at the heart of effective safety leadership. This section highlights how to give precise safety instructions, deliver briefings, and encourage open hazard reporting among team members. It also covers the use of visual communication tools—such as signage, checklists, and diagrams—to support verbal instructions and reinforce expectations.
Planning safe roof tiling activities requires strong coordination and attention to site logistics. This section explains how to review Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and construction schedules to minimise overlap, ensure appropriate sequencing, and avoid congestion on roofs and scaffold platforms.
Leaders must supervise the correct use of access systems at all times. This section outlines how to confirm that ladders, scaffolds, guardrails, and mobile platforms are safely installed and used. It also discusses how to conduct pre-use checks and monitor compliance with fall restraint systems to prevent height-related incidents.
Identifying hazards and controlling risk is an ongoing responsibility. This section explains how to lead team-based risk assessments and site walk-throughs, apply the hierarchy of controls, and monitor environmental changes—such as wind, surface instability, or material stacking—that increase risk on elevated work areas.
Safety observations are a powerful leadership tool when conducted correctly. This section examines how to watch for early signs of unsafe practices, intervene respectfully, and offer coaching in real time. Documenting observations and using them to improve future work methods is also addressed.
Toolbox talks and safety meetings are a routine but critical part of roof tiling operations. This section provides guidance on structuring toolbox talks to reflect current site risks, encouraging worker input, and following up on actions or concerns raised during team discussions.
Supporting new and inexperienced workers is essential for safe team integration. This section explores how to assign mentors, monitor early performance, and reinforce safe behaviours in areas such as manual handling, PPE usage, and height safety. It also includes methods for managing fatigue, low confidence, and inexperience during critical work phases.
PPE compliance is non-negotiable in roof tiling operations. This section outlines how to ensure correct PPE availability, monitor its use, and deal with resistance or misuse swiftly. Emphasis is placed on the effective use of fall protection, helmets, gloves, and non-slip footwear on steep surfaces.
Leaders must act decisively when incidents or near misses occur. This section examines how to take control of initial responses, coordinate first aid, secure the work area, and support those involved. It also outlines the importance of timely reporting and incident documentation to meet legal obligations.
Incident investigation is a core duty of safety leaders. This section provides a framework for gathering facts, interviewing witnesses, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions. Communicating findings and using the results to improve safety procedures is also covered.
Roof tiling supervisors frequently engage with external parties. This section explains how to coordinate with principal contractors, attend WHS audits or inspections, and respond constructively to non-conformance notices or improvement directions from regulatory bodies.
Continuous improvement is central to professional safety leadership. This section explores how to reflect on daily outcomes, incorporate team feedback, and update risk controls and SWMS in response to evolving site conditions or task requirements.
Developing a safety mindset across the team is a long-term process. This section provides strategies for encouraging peer support, recognising positive behaviours, and empowering workers to take ownership of their safety responsibilities. Leadership is not limited to job titles—it is cultivated through influence and example.
Sustaining safety leadership means embedding it in every project and team. This final section outlines how to standardise leadership behaviours across job sites, mentor future leaders, and integrate safety leadership into company culture and training frameworks to ensure consistency and resilience in high-risk environments.
By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the tools, behaviours, and leadership approaches necessary to lead safe, compliant, and high-performing roof tiling operations across a variety of construction settings.
Each section is complemented with examples to illustrate the concepts and techniques discussed.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the following topics:
1. Introduction to Safety Leadership in Roof Tiling
- Defining safety leadership in construction and roofing contexts
- Distinction between safety leadership and safety management
- Benefits of proactive safety leadership on roofing sites
2. Understanding Key Safety Risks in Roof Tiling Operations
- Common hazards: falls from height, manual handling, collapsing structures
- Weather-related risks and unstable working surfaces
- Hazardous tools, materials, and access issues
3. Legal and Ethical Responsibilities of Safety Leaders
- WHS Act and Regulation obligations for supervisors and leaders
- Personal duty of care and chain of responsibility
- Ethical leadership and its role in risk prevention
4. Building a Strong Safety Culture in Roofing Teams
- Leading by example through visible safety practices
- Reinforcing shared safety values and team accountability
- Addressing negative attitudes or unsafe behaviours constructively
5. Effective Communication for Safety Leadership
- Giving clear instructions and safety briefings
- Encouraging open dialogue and hazard reporting
- Using site signage and visual tools to reinforce safety messages
6. Planning and Coordinating Safe Roof Tiling Activities
- Reviewing SWMS, JSA, and construction plans
- Sequencing tasks to reduce congestion and overlap
- Ensuring access equipment is planned and pre-inspected
7. Supervising Safe Use of Height Access Systems
- Ensuring scaffolds, ladders, and guardrails are correctly installed
- Monitoring mobile platforms and fall restraint systems
- Conducting visual checks before and during work
8. Hazard Identification and Risk Control on Roofing Sites
- Leading hazard spotting walk-throughs and team assessments
- Applying the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or reduce risks
- Ensuring site conditions are monitored for changing hazards
9. Conducting Safety Observations and Interventions
- Watching for unsafe practices or conditions
- Providing real-time coaching and correction
- Documenting observations to support continuous improvement
10. Leading Toolbox Talks and Safety Meetings
- Structuring toolbox talks around current site risks
- Encouraging team input and active participation
- Following up on actions raised in safety meetings
11. Supporting New and Inexperienced Workers
- Providing buddy systems or shadowing arrangements
- Reinforcing correct PPE, manual handling, and work practices
- Monitoring fatigue, confidence levels, and risk awareness
12. Ensuring Compliance with PPE and Safety Equipment Use
- Checking PPE is available, fit-for-purpose, and maintained
- Reinforcing correct use of harnesses, helmets, and gloves
- Addressing PPE misuse or resistance promptly
13. Responding to Incidents and Near Misses Effectively
- Leading initial response and first aid coordination
- Preserving the site for investigation and reporting
- Supporting workers involved and managing follow-up
14. Conducting Incident Investigations as a Safety Leader
- Gathering factual information from all parties involved
- Identifying root causes and contributing factors
- Implementing corrective actions and communicating outcomes
15. Engaging with External Stakeholders and Safety Auditors
- Coordinating with principal contractors and site supervisors
- Participating in WHS audits or inspections
- Responding to non-conformances or improvement notices
16. Reviewing and Improving Work Practices Continuously
- Reflecting on daily safety outcomes and lessons learned
- Using feedback from workers to refine processes
- Updating risk assessments and SWMS accordingly
17. Coaching and Developing Safety Mindsets in Teams
- Encouraging self-responsibility and peer support
- Recognising safe behaviours and positive leadership
- Supporting team members to take initiative on safety matters
18. Sustaining Safety Leadership Across Projects
- Standardising leadership practices across job sites
- Using mentoring to grow future safety leaders
- Embedding safety leadership into company values and training
COURSE DURATION:
The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.
COURSE DELIVERY:
Purchase and download course content.
ASSESSMENT:
A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.
CERTIFICATION:
Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.