WHS UPDATE & RISK MANAGEMENT FOR HSRS AND HSCS
The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 allows for Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and Health and Safety Committees (HSCs) as part of consultation arrangements. This one day course provides an overview for HSRs and Committee members to assist them in effectively fulfilling their roles.
WHS Update & Risk Management for HSRs and HSCs Course Outline
• WHS Legislation Framework
• WHS Duty Holders and their Responsibilities
• What is Reasonably Practicable and an Example
• Due Diligence Requirements
• Nature of Consultation as Required by Law and Consultation Arrangements
• Health and Safety Representatives Powers and Functions
• Health & Safety Committees
– Role of the committee and members including Chairperson
– HSC Constitution/Terms of Reference
• Agendas and Minutes
• Problem Solving
• Review of WHS Policy
• Notifiable Incidents
• Offences and Penalties
• Components of a WHS Management System
• WHS Programs
• Training & Supervision Requirements
• Risk Management
– Hazard Identification
– Risk Assessment Matrix/Timeframes for Action
– Risk Control (Hierarchy of Control)
– Workplace Inspection Checklists
• WHS Performance Indicators
• Scheduling Safety Activities
Fee
Course fee includes course materials, refreshments, morning tea and lunch. Free off street parking is available.
Delivery
Training is delivered face to face by Specialist WHS Trainers, however this course is not a SafeWork NSW Approved Course. See the HSR 5 Day Initial Course for Regulator Approved Training.
Award and Recognition
Successful participants will be awarded with a Certificate of Attendance.