General Module
Learn key information every worker should know. Complete this part before moving on.
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Module
Learn the basics of work health and safety, key facts about WHS laws, and common workplace hazards.
Build a strong foundation with quizzes and activities, then choose from 17 industry modules to apply what you’ve learned.
Build a strong foundation with quizzes and activities, then choose from 17 industry modules to apply what you’ve learned.
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General module
10 elements
Automotive
6 elements
Building & construction
8 elements
Business & ICT
7 elements
Electrical services
7 elements
Farming
8 elements
Fast food & takeaway
8 elements
Hairdressing, nail care & beauty
8 elements
Health & community care
8 elements
Heavy mechanical & engineering
7 elements
Horticulture
7 elements
Hospitality
7 elements
Light manufacturing
7 elements
Mining
9 elements
Plumbing & gas fitting
9 elements
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About 15%
of the WA workforce are young people
- 0%
are under 20.
That's thousands of teens already gaining real-world experience in the workforce. - 0%
are aged 20-24
Young adults are making their mark across industries in Western Australia. 48% female, and 52% males:
Young workers are almost evenly split by gender, showing diverse representation across the workforce.
13%
of work-related injuries in the WA workforce happen to young workers
On average over five years, young men faced higher injury risks at work compared to young women
Male: 67% Female: 33%
Why are young workers more at risk?
Young workers aged 15 to 24 face a higher risk of getting hurt on the job. They may be working in high-risk industries where incidents are more common, or even in industries that seem safer but have hidden hazards.
This is often because of:
This is often because of:
Limited experience and training
If you’re new to the job, it’s easy to miss hazards or not know the right safety steps. Without proper training, mistakes and injuries can happen more easily.
Pressure to prove yourself
Many young workers want to show they can do the job well. This can lead to saying yes to unsafe tasks or staying quiet about hazards. SmartMove helps you build confidence to speak up and work safely.
More likely to work in casual or informal jobs
Young workers often have temporary, casual, or informal jobs where supervision may be limited and safety gear or procedures may be missing.
Did you know?
The top 20 hazards causing injuries
These are the top 20 hazards linked to injuries in young workers, based on five years of total claims in Western Australia.
Source
WorkCover WA claims data (2019–20 to 2023–24p), analysed by WorkSafe WA, 2025.
Notes
- Calculations are based on a five-year total from 2019-20 to 2023-24p.
- Percentages are based on all incident types; totals may not sum to 100% due to rounding or overlapping categories.
- Injuries are measured by the number of LTI/Ds (lost time injuries/diseases), defined as one or more days/shifts lost and number of claims.
- The list displays the top 20 hazards based on claims data for young workers in Western Australia. This does not mean other hazards are not present; the data has been limited to the top 20 for reporting purposes.
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