Course Code: BSB51315Diploma of Work Health and Safety
This qualification is suitable for people who coordinate and maintain the work health and safety (WHS) program in an organisation. It reflects the role of practitioners who apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
The BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety provides participants with an in-depth knowledge of WHS practices and assists in developing the skills needed to develop and manage an organisation’s WHS program.
Studying Online
Payment Option
Nationally Recognised
Student Assistance Program
Funding Available
Learning Method
Classroom / Workplace
Duration
Course duration depends on the delivery mode of the qualification and can be flexible depending on your learning needs
RTO's
This course is delivered Insight Training Group Australia Pty Ltd, RTO ID 32142.
To achieve the BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety a total of 9 units of competency must be completed, five (5) core units and four (4) elective units.
Qualification Pathway
Upon successful completion of this qualification you may continue your studies and undertake the following:
Students must have been assessed as competent in the following units (or equivalent units) prior to enrolling in BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety:
BSBWHS402 Assist with compliance with WHS laws
BSBWHS403 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation and participation processes
BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
BSBWHS405 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
BSBWHS406 Assist with responding to incidents
Students must be currently employed in, or have access to, a suitable WHS management role encompassing the range of tasks and knowledge covered by the Units of Competency.
Students will need to be able to access and use a personal computer including internet connection, word processing and spreadsheet processing software, for example MS Word and Excel.
Student Selection Process
Insight Training’s selection process is designed to ensure that you are enrolled in the qualification that best meets your needs.
Insight Training’s selection criteria will take into account various factors when deciding upon which students will be offered places in the program including;
The students’ needs and desired outcomes
The ability and commitment of the students to complete the course;
Eligibility requirements listed in the applicable National Training Package;
Students existing ability in the ACSF core skills, (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy)
Students not meeting these requirements will be directed to more suitable qualifications or skill development programs.
Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes
BSBWHS506
Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
BSBWHS503
Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk
BSBWHS504
Manage WHS risks
BSBWHS505
Investigate WHS incidents
ELECTIVE UNITS
Unit Code
Unit Description
BSBWHS508
Manage WHS hazards associated with plant
BSBWHS410
Contribute to work-related health and safety measures and initiatives
BSBWHS507
Contribute to managing WHS information systems
BSBHRM509
Manage rehabilitation or return to work programs
Work Placement
To be assessed as competent in this qualification, individual workers are required to undertake 400 hours of supervised work placement in a relevant industry delivery setting. Evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate’s ability to work at this level.
