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NSW Health and Safety Representative 5 Day course

2025 Dates
10, 11, 12, 17 and 18 March
14, 15, 16, 21, and 22 July
17, 18, 19, 24 and 25 November

NSW Health and Safety Representative 5 Day Course

NSW Health and Safety Representative 5-day course is designed for individuals elected to represent a workgroup(s) within their workplace under the NSW Work Health and Safety Act. The course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply the principles of workplace WHS consultation as an essential part of an effective WHS management system (WHSMS). This course is an approved SafeWork NSW program and meets all the requirements of the SafeWork NSW training package. Participants must complete all topics set out in the course guide provided by SafeWork NSW.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the Work Health and Safety Framework
  • Apply consultation, representation, and participation in WHS
  • Fulfill the role of an HSR in issue resolution and risk minimisation
  • Conduct workplace inspections
  • Understand notifiable incidents and investigations
  • Issue Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs)
  • Exercise the right to cease unsafe work

Career and Vocational Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this course, participants may consider roles such as:

  • Health and Safety Representative (HSR)

This course is suitable for individuals working in:

  • General industry
  • Retail, hospitality, and aged care
  • Mining, manufacturing, and construction

Course Entry Requirements

To enroll, participants must:

  • Wear enclosed footwear and suitable attire
  • Bring a pen for note-taking

Course Duration and Delivery

  • Duration: 5 days (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
  • Location: NSW Health and Safety Representative 5-day course is conducted frequently at our Academy and can also be delivered on-site upon request.
  • Amenities: Morning tea, afternoon tea, and lunch are provided when delivered at Thurgoona Training Academy (TTA).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Pathways

RPL is not offered.

LEARNER SUPPORT

We offer support services for learners requiring assistance with language, literacy, or numeracy. If you have special dietary requirements or need additional support, please notify us prior to the course. Our Student Handbook, available on our website, outlines training guidelines. Students have the right to appeal or lodge a complaint regarding their assessment.

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