Description

Welcome to Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace course. This course describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and comply with work health and safety (WHS) Acts, regulations and codes of practice in the workplace. 

About this course

Training Provider: OHS.com.au with AlertForce (RTO Code 91826)

Location: Online

Course length: Approx. 4 hours (awareness version)

Time: Self-paced

Certification / Accreditation: Certificate of Completion* or Statement of Attainment depending on what is purchased

CPD Points: Yes. 4 points as certificate of completion or 5 points as Statement of Attainment.

Background - What is WHS legislation?

Safe Work Australia created the WHS laws in 2011 to be used across Australia. States and territories have to implement the model WHS laws separately in order for them to be legally binding. Safe Work Australia is responsible to maintain the WHS model laws. However, they do not regulate or enforce them.

The model WHS Act is the foundation of WHS Acts which have been implemented across Australia.

The Act's main purpose is to create a national consistent and balanced framework for protecting the safety and health of workers and their workplaces. 

This is done by:

1. - Protecting workers and others from harm by requiring duty-holders to reduce or eliminate risk
2. - Providing fair and effective representation, consultation, and cooperation
3. - Encouraging unions and employers to play a constructive part in improving WHS practices
4. - Promoting the provision of information, advice, education, and training in WHS
5. - Effective and appropriate enforcement and compliance measures are necessary to ensure compliance with the Act
6. - Ensuring proper scrutiny and review of all actions taken by people with powers or functions under this Act
7. - Assisting in continuous improvement
8. - Maintaining and strengthening WHS legislation harmonization in national countries and encouraging a national consistent approach to WHS.

Aims and Objectives of this course

This course Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace (based on BSBWHS302 ) will help you earn the skills necessary to identify and access current WHS legislation and related documentation relevant to the workplace, occupation and industry.

Our course Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace is based on the unit of competency of BSBWHS302 . Whilst this course is not nationally recognized, it follows the learning outcomes and elements associated with that unit. The course contains

1. Narrated e-learning learning resources online 
2. Online Assessment tasks
3. Ability to download your Certificate of Completion once assessment tasks are completed

What will you learn by completing the training course?

This course will include an understanding of awareness of the relevant legislation and your responsibilities in applying knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace .

Learning outcomes include:

1. Apply knowledge of the relationship between WHS Acts, regulations and codes of practice to assist in identifying WHS legislative requirements in the workplace
2. Contribute to monitoring compliance with legislation 
3. Contribute to ensuring that workplace complies with legislation 
4. Identify and take appropriate action on non-compliance with legislation 
5. Recognize limits of own expertise and legal duties, and access help and advice when required
6. Use relevant sources to keep up-to-date with legislation and relevant publications
7.  Communicate information on relevant legislative changes and relevant publications to others

How Is the Training Delivered?

Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace is available online and completed in your own time. This Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace training course is based on the learning outcomes outlined above.

The course is typically designed to be completed in a minimum of four hours. However, the exact length of the course may depend on your ability and prior knowledge around the subject. 

As the training is delivered online, you are able to complete it at your own pace.

What Accreditation Will You Get?

After completing the Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace course , an assessment is conducted to determine if you have understood the information presented during the training course. If you pass this assessment, you receive a Certificate of Completion.

IMPORTANT NOTE whilst this course is based on the learning outcomes of the course provided, it is important to note that it is not a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment unless you opt for that option. Nationally Recognised training is only really required If you specifically require that unit of competency for a qualification or licence (typically this will require a practical component, further assessment and increased costs).

This course has been designed to comply with the best practices of national health and safety standards. Terminology has been chosen for clarity and ease of comprehension across jurisdictions. For example, ‘employer’ has been used to signify the broader term ‘PCBU’, while ‘WHS’ represents both work and occupational health and safety.

This training is not a substitute for professional legal advice. If you require further advice or information, please contact the health and safety regulator in your jurisdiction.

A Certificate of Completion is issued on successful completion of the course and you are required to get an 80% pass mark to be deemed as understanding the content. It is recommended that training is conducted every 2 years to stay refreshed.

Is the course tax deductible?

Whilst you should get advice from your financial advisor to confirm, generally speaking further training and education related to advancing your career is 100% tax deductible.

Approx. run time: 4 hours