Common sense is a skill that all must learn in order to become master of a trade. But how can a young grasshopper acquire the knowledge of the sacred sense?

Through the teachings of the Common Sensei.

The Common Sensei is a mythical master of the worksite who appears when danger is near, giving young workers the wisdom of 1000 toolbox talks.

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  • Sign up to be notified about The Club – your source for everything you need to be successful in your career and life. Plus, be one of the first to sign up and you’ll get a free HIA membership AND go into the draw to win one of 20 x $150 Bunnings vouchers!*

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Videos from The Common Sensei

Words of wisdom from The Common Sensei

“THE Tradie who leans TOO FAR on A ladder gets folded like one.”

Working at heights

“THE Hero who lifts A heavy thing alone spends time in pain at home.”

Sprains and strains

“The one who stays quiet hears A loud scream.”

Speaking up

“The one who saws without goggles has A permanent wink.”

Lacerations and puncture wounds

“THE Tradie who takes A leap of faith WILL end up breaking THEIR face.”

Slips and trips

“A wise supervisor downloads info packs.”

Educational tools

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