NT Health & Safety Representative Initial 5 Day Training

• The WHS legislative framework and its relationship to the HSR.
• Identifying key parties, legislative obligations and duties.
• Understand the role, function and powers of a health and safety representative.
• Undertaking the role of a health and safety representative within their work group including, participation in the resolution of work health and safety issues.
• Issuing of Provisional Improvement Notices and directing cessation of unsafe work.

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

Pre-requisites:

• Completion of Pre-Course Reading and Task (as per NT WorkSafe requirements)
• Evidence of Identity (EOI)

FSA Entry Requirements:

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

Physical Requirements:

This course requires a basic level of mobility and stamina, with most activities focused on documentation, observation, and communication rather than heavy physical exertion.

To successfully complete this course, you will need to be physically able to:

• Walk through work areas to inspect hazards and isolations.
• Bend or stoop occasionally to check equipment or controls.
• Wear standard PPE as required for site access.
• Complete documents such as Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and permits.
• Stand and communicate clearly with others during permit briefings and observations.

Key overall physical demands

• Walking and standing for inspections, observations, and site checks
• Bending/stooping to identify hazards or check isolations
• Wearing PPE as required for site conditions
• Light manual handling (signage, documents, locks/tags)
• Administrative work – permits, JHAs, and reporting
• Clear communication – hazard discussions, toolbox talks, and team briefings