Safety in Design CPD Course | Earn CPD Points the Not Boring Way | Safe Design Australia

Have you been keeping on top of your continuing professional development points?

 

If you’re like most architects and engineers, the answer is: “sort of… I’ll get to it later.” Luckily, leaving it to the last minute doesn’t have to be boring — especially when you can earn yours with an online Safety in Design CPD course that’s practical and engaging.

At Safe Design Australia, we know CPD is often treated as a tick-box exercise. You attend a seminar, collect your certificate, and hope you can stay awake long enough to remember the key points. That’s why we created the Not Boring Safe Design Course — a fully online, self-paced program designed to give you your CPD points and make you a safer, smarter designer.

Why a Safety in Design CPD Course Matters More Than Just Points

Continuing Professional Development isn’t just an industry requirement. It’s your chance to:

• Stay compliant with AIA, EA, and other professional body requirements.
• Stay competitive in an industry where clients expect expertise in Safety in Design (SiD).
• Stay inspired — because the right course can actually change how you think about design.

Research shows that up to 44% of construction fatalities are linked to design decisions. When you invest in CPD that actually deepens your skills in safe design, you’re not just protecting your registration — you’re protecting lives.

Why “Not Boring” Isn’t Just a Name

We didn’t call our course “Not Boring” for marketing flair. We called it that because:

• It’s practical. No fluff, no endless legal jargon — just real guidance on applying safe design.
• It’s engaging. The course includes case studies, real-world examples, and a bit of SDA humour (yes, WHS can be funny).
• It’s flexible. Fully online, self-paced. Do it at the office, at home, or even in the coffee queue.

Most importantly, you’ll come away with tools you can actually use in your projects — risk registers, design templates, and strategies to make safe design second nature.

What You’ll Learn in Our Safety in Design Training

The Not Boring Safe Design Course covers the essentials every architect, engineer, or designer needs to know:

• The WHS duties that apply to designers (without the heavy legal speak).
• How to spot hazards early in concept and design development stages.
• How to use risk management tools (including hazard identification and risk registers).
• Practical case studies showing how simple design choices prevented accidents.
• How safe design supports creativity rather than restricting it.

Unlike generic CPD options, our gives you practical tools, case studies, and templates you can apply immediately.

It’s the same core knowledge we deliver in workshops with leading firms and government agencies — distilled into a convenient, online CPD-earning course. 

This Isn’t Just a CPD Course for Architects and Engineers..

This course is designed for:

• Architects and Engineers, yes.. but also
• Building designers who need CPD points and practical tools.
• Contractors and Builders to understand upstream design decisions to better manage construction risks
• Design managers  who want to upskill their teams.
• Facility and Asset Managers to see how design choices impact long-term safety in maintenance and operations.
• Interior Designers  who recognise how layouts and materials influence occupant and maintenance safety
• Local Government WHS Consultants and Officers who review and assess designs for compliance while promoting safer choices.
• Anyone preparing for accreditation or tenders where demonstrating safe design capability is an advantage.

Why Safe Design Skills Sell in Today’s Market

Safe design isn’t just about compliance. It’s a market differentiator. Clients — whether corporate, government, or private — increasingly look for consultants who understand and can document safe design. Having SDA-endorsed training on your CV or tender submission shows you:

• Understand your legal duties.
• Can run or contribute to safe design workshops.
• Know how to prepare a safe design report.
• Care about outcomes beyond the drawings.

It sets you apart from competitors who treat safe design as an afterthought.

How Many CPD Points Can You Earn from an Online Safe Design Course

Every professional body or association (such as the Australian Institute of Architects or Engineers Australia) has its own CPD criteria, so the exact number of points awarded may vary. As a general guide, many organisations recognise 1 CPD point per hour of learning. The Not Boring Safe Design Course takes around 3 hours to complete meaning most associations would grant approximately 3 CPD points.

Because it’s modular, you can:

• Complete it in one go and claim your points.
• Or spread it out across weeks, collecting hours as you progress.

Either way, you’ll finish with a certificate — plus practical resources you can immediately apply in your practice.

Why Now Is the Time

If you’ve been putting off your CPD requirements, this course is your perfect solution. No more scrambling for seminars or sitting through slide decks that feel like a punishment. Instead, you can:

• Tick the box for CPD.
• Level up your practice with real, applied skills.
• Do it on your own time, at your own pace.

And yes — you can even do it in your trackies.

Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what past participants have said

“Finally — a CPD course that didn’t put me to sleep. I’ve already used the risk register template on two projects.” – Architect, Sydney

“The case studies made it real. I can see how my design decisions affect user safety more clearly now.” – Engineer, Brisbane

 

How to Get Started with an Online Safe Design Course

Enrolling is simple:

1. Visit Safe Design Australia.
2. Click on Training → Not Boring Safe Design Course.
3. Register, pay online, and start learning instantly.

You’ll receive immediate access to the course platform, and your certificate will be ready once you’ve finished.

Final Word

Safe design doesn’t have to be boring. In fact, it can be up there with the most creative, inspiring parts of your design practice, truth! The Not Boring Safe Design Course gives you the CPD points you need and the tools you’ll actually use — without wasting your time.

So, ready to catch up on points and level up your practice? Enrol today in our Safety in Design CPD course — the not-boring way to earn CPD points