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.

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).

Duration: 5 days (face to face)

• 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 work group members in relation to WHS matters;
• Assist appropriate duty holder(s) with the risk management process; and
• Issuing Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN) and directing cessation of work.

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.

There is no formal assessment as part of this course.

Upon successful completion, participants will be issued with a Certificate of Attendance.