Health and Safety Representative

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE

This course is designed to refresh and enhance your knowledge and skills, enabling you to continue promoting and ensuring the health and safety of your work group.

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

This course is ideal for:

  • Elected HSRs and Deputy HSRs
  • Those who completed the NT HSR Initial 5-day course
  • HSRs needing updated training
  • Individuals fulfilling WHS Act 2011 duties

Units of Competency

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

Current Schedule

Date
Time
Location
Cost
Spots
People
9 Feb, 2027, 08:30 - 16:30
9 Feb ’27
08:30 - 16:30
EAST ARM - NT
20 of 20
$395.00
$395.00
20 of 20

ABOUT THE COURSE

This Northern Territory-specific course is designed to provide Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and Deputy HSRs with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively promote and ensure workplace health and safety. It covers the latest WHS legislation and practical applications to help HSRs fulfil their roles confidently.

  • WHS legislative framework for HSRs
  • Identifying key parties and obligations
  • Role and powers of an HSR
  • Resolving WHS issues
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DELIVERY OPTIONS

Delivery options to suit businesses of all sizes.

Online

Best for 1 to 12 learners
Learn anywhere

Our online training is available for course to be completed anywhere.

Book your seats via the course schedule at a time that suits you.

Our Academies

Best for 1 to 3 learners
Book straight in

Our Academies are located nationally and provide customised safety training solutions, enhancing your team’s ability to handle workplace emergencies with confidence.

Book your training now or enquire today to discuss group training to our Academies

Your Location

Best for 4 or more learners
Talk to us for a solution

We offer convenient nationwide training tailored to you, ensuring your staff are well-prepared for emergencies and high risk workplaces without leaving your premises.

Enquire today and we can work to your needs.

Course Content

  • 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.

Learning Outcomes

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

Prerequisites and Entry Requirements

Pre-requisites:

  • Evidence of Identity (EOI)
  • Must provide evidence of completing the NT HSR Initial 5 Day training course

FSA Entry Requirements:

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

Physical Requirements:

This course requires only a basic level of mobility, stamina, and communication skills, as the focus is on legislation, consultation, and representation activities rather than physical tasks.

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

  • Sit for extended periods during classroom sessions and presentations.
  • Take part in group discussions, case studies, and role-play activities.
  • Read course notes and complete workbook or assessment activities.
  • Walk short distances and bend/stoop briefly during a simulated workplace inspection.
  • Speak clearly and listen actively when participating in consultation or conflict resolution activities.
  • Complete a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN) form during a group or individual exercise.

Overall: Training is classroom and discussion based, with some light movement in group activities. No strenuous or high-risk physical requirements. Reasonable adjustments can be provided if required.

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