Health and Safety Representative Initial WHS Training Course (WHSQ Approved)

HAZCON is a WorkCover Queensland approved provider of this course, which is compliant under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.

Duration: 5 days (face to face)

Aim: This course is intended to provide Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply the principles of workplace consultation on work health and safety matters as required under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act 2011).

Learning Objectives:

• Interpreting the WHS legislative framework and its relationship to the HSR;
• Identifying key parties and their legislative obligations and duties;
• Establishing representation in the workplace;
• Participating in consultation and issue resolution;
• Representing designated work group members in any WHS risk management process undertaken by the appropriate duty holder(s); and
• Issuing Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN) and directing cessation of work.

Target Audience:

HSRs in Queensland are entitled to attend an initial course of training of 5 days as per section 72(1) of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.

Note: Some HSR powers are limited, if they have not completed the approved initial 5-day HSR training course.

Assessment:

• Students shall be required to successfully complete a knowledge evaluation form.
• Upon successful completion, participants will be issued with a Certificate of Attendance.

If you are interested require any further information, you can contact us on 1800 429 266 or on email: training@hazcon.com.au

This course can also be run just for you at your workplace.

If you are interested you can contact us  on 1800 429 266 or via email: training@hazcon.com.au