Be a valued addition to any organisation as a work health and safety officer or WHS coordinator.
Through this training, you'll gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in a number of industries, assisting with legal compliance, hazard identification, risk assessment, claims management, implementing management systems, emergency procedures, and return to work programs.
This course is ideal for anyone wanting to specialise in work health and safety, and could lead to a great career.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study
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Workplace safety is critical to most business operations and skilled professionals are highly sought after.
This Qualification equips students with the skills to collect and analyse workplace safety data and identify hazards and risks in a variety of workplace contexts. Additionally, students will establish appropriate control measures for these hazards.
Students will learn how to consult with management, subcontractors, and workers on health and safety concerns and participate in effectively communicating health and safety information, techniques, and procedures to team members. Furthermore, students will contribute to team innovation in addressing health and safety issues and provide support to health and safety specialists in resolving these matters.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals performing work health and safety (WHS) duties in addition to their main duties. They may provide technical advice and support to a team and apply a range of competencies in varied work contexts. It provides the skills and knowledge required to contribute to a variety of WHS tasks.
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.