Qualification Description

This qualification applies to individuals working in a work health and safety (WHS) role who provide a broad range of technical knowledge and skills, and have some limited responsibility for the output of others.

The qualification applies to those working as supervisors, WHS personnel, and workers in other WHS-related roles who manage risks effectively, apply relevant WHS laws, and contribute to WHS within the workplace in known or changing contexts with established parameters.

Licensing/Regulatory Information 

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Entry Requirements

Nil

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 10 

5 core units  plus

5 elective units,  of which:

• 3 units must be from Group A below
• the remaining 2 units may be selected as follows:

• both may be selected from Group A, Group B or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course at the same Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
• 1 may be selected from a Certificate III or Diploma, from any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Core units 

BSBWHS412 Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws

BSBWHS413 Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes

BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management

BSBWHS415 Contribute to implementing WHS management systems

BSBWHS416 Contribute to workplace incident response

Elective units 

Group A 

BSBINS401 Analyse and present research information

BSBWHS417 Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work

BSBWHS418 Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors

BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes

BSBWHS431 Develop processes and procedures for controlling hazardous chemicals in the workplace

BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Group B 

BSBCMM411 Make presentations

BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace

BSBPMG420 Apply project scope management techniques

BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in team environments

BSBSTR402 Implement continuous improvement

BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

PUACOM008 Develop and organise public safety awareness programs

PUAWHS003 Implement and monitor organisational work, health and safety policies, procedures and programs

RIIWHS403D Apply the mine work health and safety management plan

TAEASS301 Contribute to assessment

TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction

Qualification Mapping Information

Supersedes and is equivalent to BSB41415 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.