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NSW Health & Safety Representative TRAINING

This SafeWork NSW approved course is for elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and Deputy HSRs in NSW. It meets the requirements of the WHS Act 2011 for those who need regulator-approved training.

  • This is a non-accredited training course, a Certificate of Attendance is issued on completion.

Individuals, Small groups or Corporate bookings

NSW

5 days

$995.00

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE

This SafeWork NSW approved course is designed for elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and Deputy HSRs in NSW who need regulator-approved training. This course is designed to help you gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively promote and ensure the health and safety of your work group.

Under section 72 of the NSW WHS Act 2011, an employer, if requested, must allow an elected HSR to attend a HSR training course that is approved by the regulator (SafeWork NSW) and chosen by the HSR in consultation with their employer. Fire & Safety Australia is approved by SafeWork NSW to deliver the NSW HSR Initial & Refresher Training Courses.

This course is ideal for:

  • Elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs)
  • Supervisors responsible for worker safety
  • Managers overseeing workplace health and safety
  • HSRs needing to fulfil their training requirements under the NSW WHS Act 2011
  • This is a non-accredited training course, a Certificate of Attendance is issued on completion.

Individuals, Small groups or Corporate bookings

NSW

5 days

$995.00

Phil is a wonderful trainer with fantastic knowledge of his industry. Coupled with his enthusiasm made for a relaxed yet informative environment training room conducive to learning.

Kira - course participant

Phil is a wonderful trainer with fantastic knowledge of his industry. Coupled with his enthusiasm made for a relaxed yet informative environment training room conducive to learning.

Kira - course participant

ABOUT THE COURSE

This course provides comprehensive training for Health & Safety Representatives (HSRs) under the WHS Act 2011. It covers the essential knowledge and skills needed to promote and ensure workplace health and safety.

  • Understanding the WHS Act 2011 legislative framework
  • Duties and responsibilities of employers, officers, workers, and others
  • Effective consultation processes with workers
  • Forming and managing workplace workgroups
  • Roles and functions of Health & Safety Committees (HSCs)
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Course Content
  • WHS Act 2011 legislative framework
  • Duties and responsibilities of PCBUS, officers, workers and other parties under the legislation
  • The nature of the consultation process with workers as required of the primary PCBU by the Act
  • The purpose and formation of a workgroup within the workplace
    Health & Safety Committees (HSCs)
  • The entitlements, rights and protections of an elected HSR / Deputy HSR
  • Using negotiation, communication and problem solving skills and strategies as a HSR to represent a workgroup and to resolve WHS issues
  • Risk management and the use of risk controls, including the duties and responsibilities of various PC8Us under the legislation
  • How HSRs can contribute to risk management in the workplace
  • Provisional Improvement Notices (PIN) and the right to cease, or direct the cessation of unsafe work

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the training you will receive a Certificate of Attendance

Prerequisites and Entry Requirements

Pre-Requisites:

Photo ID must presented to the trainer at the commencement of the course, as per SafeWork NSW Conditions of Approval.

FSA Entry Requirements:

  • Fitness to participate
  • Enclosed footwear
  • Sufficient language, literacy and numeracy skills to complete the course

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NSW Health & Safety Representative Refresher Training
NSW Health & Safety Representative Refresher Training

DELIVERY OPTIONS

Delivery options to suit businesses of all sizes.

INDIVIDUALS & SMALL GROUPS

Our training centres

Benefit from tailored training at our state-of-the-art facilities located in major regions across Australia, offering a comprehensive range of emergency and safety courses designed for individual and small group participation.

NSW

CORPORATE ORGANISATIONS (Small Business to Enterprise Solutions)

Our training centres

Our training centres provide small businesses with customised safety training solutions, enhancing your team’s ability to handle workplace emergencies with confidence.

We come to your location

We offer convenient onsite training tailored to your business needs, ensuring your staff are well-prepared for emergencies without leaving your premises.

Multi-site solutions

For organisations with multiple locations, we offer coordinated training solutions to ensure consistent safety standards and procedures are met across all sites.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE FOR - "NSW Health & Safety Representative Initial 5 Day Training"

Date
Time
Location
Cost
Available spots
How many people?
3 Feb, 2025, 08:30 - 08:30
3 Feb, 2025
08:30 - 16:30
SMITHFIELD - NSW
11 of 20 available
$995.00
$995.00
11 of 20 available
5 May, 2025, 08:30 - 08:30
5 May, 2025
08:30 - 16:30
SMITHFIELD - NSW
20 of 20 available
$995.00
$995.00
20 of 20 available

NEED TRAINING FOR LARGER GROUPS OR MULTIPLE LOCATIONS?

We offer onsite training, training at our centres, multisite solutions as well as online training. Enquire today and we can work to your needs.

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