HSR Initial OHS Training Course

This WorkSafe approved training course will help HSRs to understand and exercise their powers effectively. The training will provide HSRs with the confidence, skills and knowledge to represent their co-workers (i.e. DWG) when raising health and safety concerns. Although HSRs / Deputy HSRs are the primary audience, managers, supervisors, health and safety committee members may also benefit from attending this course. Students must attend all five days (35 hours). Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance after completion of the course. Under the OHS Act 2004 (section 67) all elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSR) and Deputy HSRs are entitled to undertake WorkSafe Victoria approved OHS training for HSRs and choose their course in consultation with their employer. Learning objectives of the course are: Interpreting the Occupational Health and Safety 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; Represent designated workgroup members in any OHS risk management process undertaken by the appropriate duty holder/s; Issuing a Provisional Notice (PIN) and directing the cessation of work.