Who needs this course?

This course is aimed at people who work, or wish to work, as Workplace Health and Safety Officers at an industrial workplace, in accordance with the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995.Organisation with 30 or more workers are required to appoint a Workplace Health and Safety Officer. This course is also suitable for Supervisors and Managers as they have a responsibility for workers and are required to understand the requirements of the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995.

Course Outline:

• Satisfy the requirements to qualify as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer

• Identify industrial hazards and priorities industrial hazards

• Complete an inspection/assessment report in accordance with best practice

• Make recommendations from findings of inspection/assessment report

• Consult with relevant parties regarding compliance issues relating to statutory requirements

• Assist relevant parties in the implementation of control measures

• Monitor and review the effectiveness of control measures

Competency Units:

WHSO/05 – Manage Health and safety in an Industrial Workplace.

Prerequisite:

Students must have received competency in the WHSO core module.

Duration:

3 days

Accreditation:

This course is accredited with the Division of WHS. AT&SI works in partnership with Queensland Training Services for the delivery of this course.