This qualification is suitable for people who take on work health and safety (WHS) responsibilities in addition to their main duties. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
The qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who apply a broad range of competencies in varied work contexts.
Total number of units = 10
5 core unitsplus
5 elective units of which:
at least 3 units must be from the elective units below
up to 2 may be from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level, or if not listed below, 1 elective unit may be selected from a Certificate II and 1 elective unit from a Certificate IV.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet industry needs.
Core units
BSBWHS302A Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace
BSBWHS303A Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
BSBWHS304A Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processes
BSBWHS305A Contribute to WHS issue resolution
PUAWER001B Identify, prevent and report potential workplace emergency situations
Elective units
BSBCMM201A Communicate in the workplace
BSBDIV301A Work effectively with diversity
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBINN201A Contribute to workplace innovation
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
BSBWHS406A Assist with responding to incidents
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
BSBWRT301A Write simple documents
CPPWMT3044A Identify wastes and hazards
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTFA302C Provide first aid in remote situation
PUAWER004B Respond to workplace emergencies
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates entering this qualification include:
BSB20112 Certificate II in Business or other relevant Certificate II qualifications
OR
vocational experience working in WHS roles without a formal qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
BSB41412 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication | identifying, recording and communicating to others the duties, rights and responsibilities of individuals and parties in the consultation process |
Teamwork | raising relevant WHS issues in meetings and supporting others to do so |
Problem-solving | identifying and taking appropriate action on non-compliance with legislation |
Initiative and enterprise | recognising limits of own expertise and legal duties, and accessing help and advice when required |
Planning and organising | choosing appropriate methods for hazard identification and risk assessment |
Self-management | sequencing tasks and meeting timelines |
Learning | using relevant sources to keep up-to-date with legislation |
Technology | searching for, accessing and downloading electronic documents and software |