TopLad · Site Induction
The ultimate cheat-sheet for backpackers, general labourers, and trade assistants in Australia. Learn the tools, the math, and the site rules. Don't get fired on day one.
Forget inches. If the chippy yells 'cut it at 1200', it’s millimeters. If you ask 'is that 1.2 meters?', you will be roasted off the site.
Smoko at 10:00 AM is an untouchable ritual. Do not ask work questions while a tradie is eating their meat pie or drinking a Dare Iced Coffee.
If the boss tells you to run to Bunnings for a 'Left-handed hammer', 'Tartan paint', 'A bubble for the spirit level', or a 'Skyhook'... DO NOT GO. You are being pranked.
When given a task, reply 'Yeah mate, got it', or 'No idea how, show me.' Never say 'maybe' or 'I think so'.