Health and Safety Representative Course

Course Description

• Health and Safety Representative Course
  COURSE OVERVIEW

  WHSQ-HSR-NCB01 Health and Safety Representative Course

  Only available for group bookings in QLD. Contact us for a quote.

  This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfil their role as a Health and Safety Representative (HSR) in Queensland.

  A HSR must have undertaken this training in order to issue a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN).

  The role of the Health and Safety Representative (HSR) is primarily to liaise with other staff to identify health and safety issues and convey these to management. HSRs are elected by fellow staff to represent the views of the staff group.

  HSRs in Queensland are entitled to attend this five day training course within three months of making a request for such training to their PCBU.

  Employers are required to allow the HSR to take time off work to attend this training. Likewise, HSRs are also entitled to attend one day refresher courses at least every three years, with the entitlement to the first refresher training commencing three years after the initial training (as per Section 21 of the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld)).

  COURSE OUTCOMES

  On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Statement of Attendance.

  This course is accredited by Work Cover Queensland.

  This course is for workers who have been elected as HSRs in their workplace. This course is also suitable for supervisors and managers who have a responsibility for the safety of workers.

  ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course.

  You will however require intermediate English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills. You will also require basic digital literacy skills to complete the online course components in class.

  Please be advised we are unable to train students on a student visa. You must find a CRICOS registered training provider.

  You will need to provide on enrolment:

  • Enrolment Form
  • USI
  • Photo Identification
  • Payment
  • Three matching original EOI documents. You can view the ID requirements for this course here.

  You can read more about the requirements of employers and employees in regards to Health and Safety Representative training on the WorkCover Queensland website.

  UNITS OF COMPETENCY

  As this is a non-accredited course, you will not undertake formal assessment.

  From this course you will gain:

  • An understanding of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation;
  • An understanding of how it applies to your role as an elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSR); and
  • The additional knowledge and skills regarding their powers under the WHS legislation to issue Provisional Improvement Notices(PINs) and direct unsafe work to cease.

  The following subjects will be covered on this course:

  • Work, Health and Safety framework
  • Consultation, Representation and Participation
  • Issue Resolution, Support for HSRs and Managing Risks
  • Inspections, Notifiable Incidents and Incident Investigation
  • Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs) and directing unsafe work to cease

  DELIVERY OPTIONS

  This course is only available for group bookings in QLD. Please contact us for a quote.

  This course is delivered face to face over 5 days. Courses will run from 8.30am – 5pm each day and students will be required to attend the training in full to receive a Statement of Attendance.

  Students will need to bring a laptop to complete this course through an online portal during the workshop.

  HSR Reps are also required to complete a one day refresher course annually. While we do not currently have any public refresher courses scheduled, please contact us to enquire about group bookings for your organisation.

  COURSE FEES

  Course Fees

  Please contact us for a quote for your group booking.

  Click here for further information on course fees, refunds and payment terms.

  PATHWAYS

  After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:

  • BSB30719 Certificate III in Work Health and Safety
  • BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
  • Other relevant leadership or WHS qualifications

  Our Training Partners

  This course is currently not available through our training partners.

  Student Testimonials

  The instructor was an absolutely amazing instructor. He had a wealth of knowledge and experience and delivered lectures with detail and a little humour which makes for a perfect learning environment..

  

  Michael SlorachFormer student

  Engaging. Everyone is part of the learning experience. I received support from everyone. The visual learning was easy to understand and acknowledge. Through their reassurance my motivation held strong throughout the course.

  

  Gail CarterFormer student