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BSB41415

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

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Fast Facts

Get certified in WHS

Have you got a keen eye for detail?
Great at recalling information?
Want to be qualified in WHS?

This qualification is designed specifically to give you specialised skills and knowledge in arears of WHS implementation, maintenance and response. This course is generally considered the minimum entry point for anyone wanting to work in occupational work, health & safety.

During your training, you will cover a broad range of practical skills and knowledge that will allow you to provide accurate, valid and timely Work Health and Safety (WHS) advice to ensure that everyone’s right to be safe at work is enforced. You’ll gain knowledge and skills in assisting with and responding to incidents, implementing and maintaining WHS consultation, hazard identification, risk assessment and control and assist with ongoing WHS law compliance.

Why Bother?

  • Nationally recognised qualification in an in-demand field
  • Mentorship from experienced industry professionals with WHS background
  • Flexible delivery methods to suit both employees and employers
  • Pave your way with a nationally recognised qualification for greater career opportunities
  • We come to you

Job Prospects

Work Health and Safety (WHS) Systems Officer
WHS Coordinator

Study Mode

Blended delivery (on-site and off-site) with workplace learning and workbooks provided for any learning completed off-site.

Next Intake

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Subjects

10

Course Info
Funding and Payment Options

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My advice would be to go to Foundation Training Australia. I’ve worked all over Australia and done a lot of Training through other providers and haven’t come across a Trainer so skilled and professional as Grant is.”

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Course Structure

What you’ll learn

This course provides the skills and knowledge to carry out work, health & safety responsibilities in the workplace. Better still! WHS roles are relevant in almost any workplace in Australia.

Ways to Study

Ways to study

Recognition of Prior Learning

Your experience adds up and you can use this to fast-track your qualification.  If you’ve got a tonne of industry experience this can be used to gain part or all of your qual.

Onsite Training

We like to think this is a bit of a game changer! Learn onsite, while you work. This means less time off the tools and more time focused on practical skills.

Workbook

Sometimes we like to do it old-school! If you’re better on the tools than on a computer – we’ve got your back! At FTA, we’re determined to ensure you learn how you learn best.

Subjects

To achieve this qualification, you must demonstrate competency in 5 core and 5 elective units. Please refer below for the core units of competency and a sample of suggested electives:

Core Units

  • BSBWHS402 Assist with compliance with WHS laws
  • BSBWHS403 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation and participation processes
  • BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
  • BSBWHS405 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
  • BSBWHS406 Assist with responding to incidents

Suggested Electives

  • BSBWHS407 Assist with claims management, rehabilitation and return-to-work programs
  • BSBWHS408 Assist with effective WHS management of contractors
  • BSBWHS409 Assist with workplace monitoring processes
  • BSBSUS401 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
  • PUAWER002B Ensure workplace emergency prevention procedures, systems and processes are implemented

Employer Benefits

Ensuring your staff have the practical skills in Business is critical to maximising the potential of your team. Our scope of Business qualifications provides foundation-level skills through to advanced and specialised skills in project management and business operations. Plus, with online learning being so accessible, you can ensure your workforce is skilled and competent in-line with your business goals.

  • Customised training plans that suit your timeline requirements
  • Our Trainers share your background, having worked civil construction for many years, they are current with industry.
  • We are known for being responsive.
  • Meet your contract training requirements.
  • Onsite training, we come to you.

Career Opportunities

  • Work Health and Safety (WHS) Systems Officer
  • WHS Coordinator
  • Workplace Safety Contact
  • Rehabilitation Coordinator

Course Duration

The course duration will vary depending on your experience, skills and chosen study mode. As a guide:

  • Between 12 – 24 months depending on your current experience and skills
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): 3-6 months- this term may be extended by Funding Criteria, amount of RPL awarded and subsequent Gap Training required  – eligibility criteria apply
  • CSQ
    • Program completion date is 30 September 2021 (for the Higher Level Skills General Program 2019/20 Contract)
    • Program completion date is 30 September 2020 (for the Apprentice Advance+ Higher Level Skills Program 2019/20 Contract)
  • Fee for Service: 3-12 months subject to the amount of RPL awarded and subsequent Gap Training required

Assessment

Your skills will be assessed through a mix of practical and theory tasks. Which is essentially showing us what you’ve learnt and how you do it.

Theory may be assessed Online or via Workbook. Practical Assessment will be conducted at your place of work or work site with fit for purpose facilities and equipment which are to be made available to your FTA trainer & Assessor for training and assessment purposes.

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Ready to take the leap towards your nationally recognised qualification? View the range of funding options available to assist both students and employers in gaining valuable training.

Fee For Service

Fee For Service

Our flexible Fee For Service model accommodates individuals ready to start their qualification today while making ongoing, manageable payments.

CSQ

CSQ

CSQ is designed to give Building and Construction workers recognition for skills learnt on the job but for which they don’t currently hold a formal qualification.

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Learner Support

Our trainers have years of hands on experience in WHS, providing you with unparalleled access to first-hand industry knowledge throughout your course.

Limitless Learning

We believe that everyone should be able to learn in inspiring ways. That’s why we deliver training how you learn best plus, you get your own Learning Engagement Officer to support your progress through the course.

Recognised Qualifications

This work, health & safety course is nationally recognised, so you can work anywhere in Australia with confidence.

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