About CSI
RTO ID : 88216
Creative Safety Initiatives offers a large range of courses to its clients including:
- Occupational Health and Safety Training
- CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry
- 10830NAT Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention
- 10675NAT Course in Asbestos Awareness
- 10894NAT Course in Workplace Impairment Training
- Manual Handling
- Height Safety Training
- Sun Safety & Nutritional Awareness
- Electrical Awareness
CSI aims to accommodate the busy schedules of the building and construction industry through flexible training delivery modes. Most training can be conducted at your workplace and at a time that is suitable for your organisation.
Creative Safety Initiatives represents a group of dedicated individuals who are committed to creating safe work environments and safe communities for workers. Through the provision of education, CSI aims to encourage harm reduction and attitudinal change in regards to safety in the workplace.
Our Staff
Jason Jennings
CEO
JJ has been involved within the construction training arena since 2004. He commenced as a trainer with CSI and was initially conducting the “Drug and Alcohol Program” . Over the years, he has diversified and ultimately became the CEO of CSI in 2007.
Jess Ruffy (nee Dean)
Operations Manager ACT
Jess came from an AAC (Australian Apprenticeships Centre) and has been involved within the training sector since 2006. Jess started with CSI in 2009 commencing as the receptionist and data entry operator. Since then she has broadened her skills and is now an integral part of the leadership team.
Anthony Vitler
Operations Manager NSW
Tony has been involved with the construction industry for 20 years. He is an electrician by trade and has an extensive background of Work Health and Safety. Tony started as a trainer with CSI in 2009 and, after spending some time within the WHS area, he has returned to CSI as the Business Development Manager/Operations Manager.
Haley McGuire
Compliance Officer
Haley worked in the Early Education sector directing services for over 11 years. Haley has a sight and sound knowledge of Compliance and an eye for detail. Haley joined the CSI team as a Compliance Officer in 2020.
Colleen Dahl
Office Administrator
Having also completed Secretarial College, Colleen joined CSI in 2018 and with her experience coordinating and supporting daily operations and administrative functions, Colleen is the main point of contact for CSI customers.
Diane Vanderdong
Office Administrator
Having completed secretarial college, Diane joined CSI in 2012 with a strong background in customer service and data entry. Diane has run her own business and settled in Canberra from country NSW. Diane is one of two points of contact for CSI customers.
Duncan Bennett Burleigh
Training Officer
Duncan has worked in the building and construction industry for over 30 Years. Duncan started with the CSI team in 2011 as a trainer.
Andrew Leggett
Training Officer
Andy has worked in the building, construction and mining industry for over 14 years. With a background of mining and training, Andy has joined the CSI team as a training officer in 2019.
Grant Brewer
Training Officer
Grant has an extensive range of skills, from conducting Assessments, training, work and safety procedures being a Hydraulic worker to completing his Diploma of Youth Services and operating his own successful plumbing business. Grant joined the CSI team in 2020 as a Trainer.
Brian Smith
Training Officer
Brian comes to CSI with over 16 years’ experience working in Youth Protection and the broader community as a field Officer. Workplace health and Safety has always been a priority for Brian. Brian became a trainer for CSI in 2021.