Recorded Webinars & Training

 


Disclaimer:

Past Surveyors Australia webinars and training courses can be purchased by members as a recorded resource for viewing in their own time.

The appropriate CPD points are available for each recording - subject to your State/Territory.

However, CPD points can only be allocated once for a single event. If you obtained the CPD points through the live viewing of these webinars and seminars, you cannot claim any points by viewing the recording.

Click on the ‘Buy the recording’ links below to purchase a recorded event. You will be asked to register and pay for the event, after which a recording will be emailed to you.

If you have any further questions, please contact the Surveyors Australia office on 02 9129 6777 to find out more about this discount.

Surveyors Australia Members are entitled to free attendance for '1' Webinar Each Financial Year. Please Note, this does not include the Upskilling Program



TBOSSI24_E145 DM2 - Webinar Series, Industrial Relation Updates with ACCI

The Australian Government has made further workplace laws as part of its ‘Closing Loopholes’ changes. These build on initial changes that were introduced in December 2023. We have invited the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) to outline these changes and their impact on surveying firms. 1 SP is available for attendees apon completion of the relevant questionnaire.

May 2024

Key points

  • The Australian Government has passed more workplace law changes as part of its ‘Closing Loopholes’ changes.
  • The legislation (a set of laws) introduces new rules and changes some existing laws.
  • The changes take effect at various times across the next year and into 2025.
  • Some changes affect the work we do (the Fair Work Ombudsman).
  • Other changes affect the work of the Fair Work Commission (the Commission). The Commission is the national workplace relations tribunal and registered organisations regulator.
  • We'll have more detailed information soon. To stay updated, subscribe to email updates. We’ll email you as changes take effect and we have more information available.

Find out more at https://www.fwc.gov.au/about-us/closing-loopholes-acts-whats-changing

Full timeline of changes can be downloaded in this PDF

ACCI is Australia’s largest and most representative business network and Surveyors Australia is an active member on your behalf. Their members are state and territory chambers of commerce, national industry associations and a council of business leaders from individual enterprises. They represent Australian businesses of all shapes and sizes, across all sectors of the economy, and from every corner of our country.

The Recording is $50 for Members, $90 for Non-Members (Excl. GST)

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BOSSI24_E116 DM2 - ACS Webinar Series, Cyber Security (1SP)

March 2024

In an era where cyber threats loom larger than ever, safeguarding your digital information is not just an option, but a necessity. ACS NSW is proud to bring you an essential webinar, where Peter Edwards from the CSN Professional Standards Scheme, and Tom Williams from ACSIS will delve into all things cybercrime.

Why should I attend?

  • Understand the Risk: Discover the latest global data on cyber crime's impact and growth, and why surveyors might be in the crosshairs.
  • Identify the Threats: Learn about current trends in cyber attacks and real scenarios that have impacted our profession.
  • Master the Defence: Equip yourself with five essential keys to reducing your cyber risk. Because good sleep shouldn't be a luxury.
  • Transfer the Risk: Explore how to transfer cyber risk away from your doorstep.
  • Insure the Unseen: Dive deep into the world of Cyber insurance—understanding how it works, what it covers, and why it's more than just a safety net.

And as always with our webinar series, 1 SP point will be available for NSW upon successful completion of the questionnaire.

Peter Edwards and Tom Williams (ACSIS) jointly represent the interests of The Consulting Surveyors National Professional Standards Scheme. 'The Scheme' was established with the goal of monitoring, enforcing, and improving the professional standards of Surveyors. Further, the scheme aims to protect consumers of professional services, and cap the civil liability or damages that its members may be required to pay if a court upholds a claim against them. You can Download the Professional Standards Scheme brochure to find out more information, Read the full fact sheet here, or visit Their Website.

The Recording is $50 for Members, $90 for Non-Members (Excl. GST)

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The 3 Step Method to Attracting Ideal Employees Webinar - BOSSI24_E137 DM2 (1SP)

With Jordan Skinner, Host of the 'Crushing It In Construction Podcast'

February 2024

A 3-Step Method to Attract Your Ideal Employees.  As we head into 2024 everyone is still struggling to attract and retain talent.  The construction sector are attracting less than 1/3 of the job applications they were from 10 years ago.  We have an aging workforce that is rapidly moving towards retirement and whilst we may be attracting young people thanks to Surveying Careers, are we retaining them long term?  This webinar, with Jordan Skinner, will provide an actionable method that you can implement immediately to attract better people to your business and see them thrive in the surveying workforce.

$50 for members, $90 for non-members (excl. GST).

1 SP is available upon successful completion of the questionnaire.

 

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Becoming an Expert Witness Webinar - ACS/922.DM2 (1SP)

March 2023

Ever wondered what it's like to be called on as an expert witness? David England of BRS Spatial joined us for this webinar to share what's involved in being an expert witness.
$50 for ACS Members and $90 for non-members (prices excl. GST).

1 SP is available upon successful completion of the questionnaire.

 

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Infrastructure Asset Management Webinar - ACS/921.DM2 (1SP)

February 2023

IAM is a multi-disciplinary field of practice that brings together data on the condition and location of assets like roads, utilities and buildings with analytics that assess how assets will age and wear under current and anticipated use patterns and environmental conditions. In this presentation, an overview of the principles of IAM is provided, along with discussion of how IAM systems are put together in practice from a data gathering, analytics and policy perspective.
$50 for Members and $90 for non-members (prices excl. GST).

1 SP is available upon successful completion of the questionnaire.

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Free Surveyors Traineeship Information Webinar

September 2023

Tabea Francia from Apprenticeship Support Australia, and Peta Cox from the Surveyors Academy focus on information about the future activities of traineeships and plans for the future of the surveying industry. There is no CPD attached to this webinar for any state/territory.

Discussed during this webinar:

- Overview of Employer incentives, eligibility criteria apply

- Who can do a traineeship? Which States offer Certificate IV in Surveying & Spatial Information, and Diploma in Surveying as a traineeship pathway. Eligibility for fee free funding under Smart & Skilled

- Explanation & eligibility of New Entrant Trainee status

- Nominal term for qualification, including full time and part time requirements for NSW, and advanced entry options (NSW specific)

- Sign up process, who is involved, lead times, etc.

- Q&A

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Upskilling Series - Drafting Field Notes - RECORDED TRAINING (1CAD)

June 2024

In line with our commitment to advancing the standard of surveying, we have designed a series of events to help up-skill surveyors from any level - with the goal of maintaining and furthering a highly-skilled workforce and providing support to our member firms. Whether you are new to surveying, or have been registered for many years, there is always a necessity to learn new skills - and refine others.

Our Newest Module 'Drafting Field Notes' features a 1-hour session with Registered Surveyor Bob Harrison.

TOPIC OF DISCUSSION:

  • The Need for Field Notes in a Digital World
  • The Need for Field Notes to comply with Regulations and Directions
  • How Field Notes will help you pass your exams, and develop your Skill-Set
  • History and Use of Field Notes
  • Examples and Case Studies
  • What Should be Noted in the Field Notes?
This Upskilling course costs $50 for Members, and $100 for Non-Members (Excl. GST) 1 CAD point is available (NSW).
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BOSSI24_E142 DM2 - Upskilling Series, Designing For Water & Sewer (3SP)

April 2024

Our third course module 'Designing for Water & Sewer' is taking place online, featuring a 3-hour session with Brian Corregan and Steve Sampson.

Engineering Design is a significant portion of the Surveyor Registration process but it is an area that is constantly changing – both in the Sydney basin and the regions. 

During this 3 hour training session you will hear from two experts, both BOSSI Examiners in Engineering Design:

  • Steve Sampson, Certified Water Coordinator with Sydney Water, on the process required to deliver services for clients, working with Sydney Water.  Understand the current challenges, requirements for contractors, and the opportunities for surveyors.
  • Brian Corrigan, Engineer and Surveyor based in Port Macquarie (King + Campbell), on the process required by Hunter Water and other Regional council areas and how it differs from the requirements.  Understand the current challenges, requirements of local council and the opportunities for surveyors

Steve and Brian will take us through practical examples and case studies that will help upskill surveyors – both seeking registration and those who have been registered for many years!

3 SP is available upon successful completion of the training questionnaire.

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How to Calibrate and Validate with Vittorio Sussanna - BOSSI24_E115 DM2 (1CAD & 1SP)

March 2024

In line with our commitment to advancing the standard of surveying, we have designed a series of events to help up-skill surveyors from any level - with the goal of maintaining and furthering a highly-skilled workforce and providing support to our member firms. Whether you are new to surveying, or have been registered for many years, there is always a necessity to learn new skills - and refine others.

Our Second Course Module: 'How to Calibrate and Validate' is taking place online, featuring a 2-hour session with Vittorio Sussanna - Manager of Survey Operations, Spatial Services NSW Customer Serivce.

Topics of Discussion on the Agenda will include:

  • Calibration history and legislation

  • EDM Baseline booking system

  • Worked example of 7 pillar baseline

  • Verification, Validation and Confirmation (Reg Remake)

  • GNSS Validation

1 CAD & 1 SP is available upon successful completion of the training questionnaire.

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'How to Search' with Mark Groll from InfoTrack - BOSSI24_E100 DM2 (2CAD)

Feb 2024

In line with our commitment to advancing the standard of surveying, we have designed a series of events to help up-skill surveyors from any level - with the goal of maintaining and furthering a highly-skilled workforce and providing support to our member firms. Whether you are new to surveying, or have been registered for many years, there is always a necessity to learn new skills - and refine others.

Topics of Discussion on the Agenda include:

HLRV

  • locating alignment plans

  • Parish Maps locating crown plans

  • locating road plans

  • understanding the types of roads

  • identifying what title system the obscure parcel of land is (usually used for road closures / possessory title

  • If any time left over – understanding Ad Medium Filum Aquae

2 CAD points are available upon successful completion of the questionnaire.

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