Modification History
Release |
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Release 2 |
This version first released with BSB07 Business Services Training Package Version 8.0. Elective unit BSBPMG510A Manage projects replaced with BSBPMG522A Undertake project work. |
Release 1 |
This Qualification first released with BSB07 Business Training Package version 7.0. Replaces but is not equivalent to BSB60607 Advanced Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety. BSB60607 used an elective only model, BSB60612 uses core and elective model. |
Description
This qualification is suitable for people who apply advanced practical knowledge to coordinate, facilitate and maintain the work health and safety (WHS) program in one or more fields of work in an organisation, such as a WHS practitioner or HR practitioner. They may work under the guidance of an occupational health and safety professional.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates entering this qualification include experience in coordinating and maintaining a WHS program.
Note : This qualification or specific units of competency may satisfy some requirements for WHS skilled and practising advisors. Persons seeking certification should check the requirements with certifying bodies.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification candidates may undertake further qualifications in the field of WHS.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
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
All core units in BSB51312 Diploma of Work Health and Safety or equivalent competencies:
- BSBWHS502A Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes
- BSBWHS503A Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk
- BSBWHS504A Manage WHS hazards and risks
- BSBWHS505A Investigate WHS incidents
- BSBWHS506A Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems.
Employability Skills Summary
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.
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
5 core units plus
3 elective units of which:
- up to 3 units may be from the elective units below
- up to 2 units may be from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level or, if not listed below, 1 elective unit may be selected from a Diploma.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet industry needs.
Core units
BSBWHS601A Apply legislative frameworks for WHS
BSBWHS602A Facilitate WHS activities
BSBWHS603A Implement WHS risk management
BSBWHS604A Evaluate the WHS performance of organisations
BSBWHS605A Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems
Elective units
BSBINN601B Manage organisational change
BSBMGT608C Manage innovation and continuous improvement
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CHCORG501B Facilitate workplace change and innovation
BSBMGT616A Develop and implement strategic plans
BSBPMG522A Undertake project work
BSBWHS606A Conduct WHS audits
BSBWHS607A Apply ergonomics to manage WHS hazards and risks
BSBWHS608A Assist with applying occupational hygiene to manage WHS hazards and risks
BSBWHS609A Advise on the application of safe design principles to control WHS risks