Modification History
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Release 2 |
New release of this Qualification released with version 6 of BSB07 Business Services Training Package. Outdated advice removed |
Description
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This qualification reflects the role of individuals who coordinate and maintain the OHS program within an organisation. Individuals would possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work and the work of others with safety responsibilities.
Job Roles
- OHS Manager
- OHS Practitioner
- Senior OHS Officer.
Pathways Information
Qualification Pathways
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- BSB41407 Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety or other relevant qualification/s
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- with extensive vocational experience in providing guidance to others in matters relating to occupational health and safety but without formal OHS qualifications
Examples of indicative job roles for candidates seeking entry based upon their vocational experience include:
- Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator
- Occupational Health and Safety Officer.
This breadth of expertise would equate to the competencies required to undertake this qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification candidates may undertake:
- BSB60607 Advanced Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , Legislative , Regulatory or Certification Considerations
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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Qualification Code and Title The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required by industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 8 8 elective units 5 elective units must be selected from the Group A units listed below. The remaining 3 elective units may be selected from the Group A or the Group B units listed below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level. If not listed below, 1 unit may be selected from either a Certificate IV or Advanced Diploma qualification. Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level. Elective units Group A units BSBOHS501B Participate in the coordination and maintenance of a systematic approach to managing OHS BSBOHS502B Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems BSBOHS503B Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements BSBOHS504B Apply principles of OHS risk management BSBOHS505C Manage hazards in the work environment BSBOHS508B Participate in the investigation of incidents Group B units BSBOHS506B Monitor and facilitate the management of hazards associated with plant BSBOHS507B Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |