OHSA Occupational Health Services Australia

Course in Functioning as a Workplace Health & Safety Officer 30523QLD – Industrial Elective (05)

Course description ...

This course is designed for persons seeking accreditation as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer (WHSO) who work at a Industrial workplace in accordance with the provisions of the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995.

The course is also suitable for Supervisors and Managers who require understanding of the WHS Legislation and practical OH&S measures for managing safety in an Industrial workplace may also wish to attend.

To become an accredited WHSO, participants are required to achieve competency in both the Core Modules and an Elective Module (Services, Industrial or Construction).

This course satisfies the requirements of training as outlined in the Workplace Health & Safety Act 1995 QLD for WHSO’s.

Course in Functioning as a Workplace Health & Safety Officer 30596QLD – Industrial Elective (05)
Course Code:		30596QLD
Course No:		WHS005
Duration:		3-Days
Max No:		20 Students
Price:		Contact Us
Contact:		P-1300 OHSA 00 F-1300 8527 90 E-training@ohsa.com.au
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Target Audience ...

An employer must appoint a qualified person as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer (WHSO) if 30 or more workers are normally employed at the Workplace. A Principal Contractor (PC) must appoint a WHSO if thirty or more persons work at a workplace during any 24 hour period or if the PC has built more than 30 domestic premises during the previous years. This course is also suitable for supervisors and managers who have a responsibility for the safety of workers.

Course Dates & Locations ...

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Brisbane Calendar

Gold Coast Calendar

Sunshine Coast Calendar

Gladstone Calendar

Course Content ...

Satisfy the requirements to qualify as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer;
Identify industrial hazards and prioritise industrial hazards;
Complete an inspection/assessment report in accordance with best practice
Complete an inspection report in accordance with best practice;
Make recommendations from findings of inspection report;
Consult with relevant parties in the implementation of control measures;
Assist relevant parties in the implementation of control measures;
Monitor and review the effectiveness of control measures.

Competency Elements ...

WHSO/05 Manage Health & Safety in Industrial Workplaces

Course Outcomes ...

Upon completion, participants will be able to perform the following functions:

Satisfy the requirements to qualify as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer;
Identify and prioritise industrial hazards;
Complete an inspection/assessment report in accordance with best practice;
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.

Assessments & Award ...

Participants who demonstrate competency by passing both the theory and practical assessments will receive a Statement of Attainment ‘Course in Functioning as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer – Units – WHSO/05 issued by OHSA.

Participants will also receive an Assessment Report/Certificate of Authority Application which enables the participant to make application to the Department of Industrial Relations to become a certified Workplace Health and Safety Officer.

Course Requirements ...

Time restrictions apply upon completion of Functioning as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer. Individuals must complete an industry specific Elective within six (6) months in order to gain their Workplace Health and Safety Officer certification.

Participants are required to bring fully amended copies of the Workplace Health & Safety Act 1995 QLD and Regulations and Codes of Practice they used in their Core Unit course. To confirm version currency please visit, http://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/OQPChome.htm

Entry Requirements ...

Successful completion of all elements of Functioning as a Workplace Health and Safety Officer - Core Modules 01-02-03