Modification History
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This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 5.0. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals coordinating and maintaining the work health and safety (WHS) program in an organisation. The qualification applies to supervisors and managers who apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
All BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety core units or equivalent competencies. Equivalent competencies are predecessors to the following units which have been mapped as equivalent.
- BSBWHS412 Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws
- BSBWHS413 Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes
- BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
- BSBWHS415 Contribute to implementing WHS management systems
- BSBWHS416 Contribute to workplace incident response.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 10
5 core units plus
5 elective units, of which:
- at least 3 units must be from Group A below
- the remaining 2 units may be selected from Group A and/or Group B or from a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma, from any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Core units
BSBWHS513 Lead WHS risk management
BSBWHS515 Lead initial response to and investigate WHS incidents
BSBWHS516 Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining an organisation’s WHS management system
BSBWHS519 Lead the development and use of WHS risk management tools
BSBWHS522 Manage WHS consultation and participation processes
Elective units
Group A
BSBWHS512 Contribute to managing work-related psychological health and safety
BSBWHS514 Manage WHS compliance of contractors
BSBWHS517 Contribute to managing a WHS information system
BSBWHS518 Manage WHS hazards associated with maintenance and use of plant
BSBWHS520 Manage implementation of emergency procedures
BSBWHS531 Implement and evaluate system of work for managing hazardous chemicals
Group B
BSBHRM509 Manage rehabilitation or return to work programs
BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change
BSBITU501 Conduct data analysis
BSBLDR511 Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBLDR513 Communicate with influence
BSBMGT502 Manage people performance
BSBMGT516 Facilitate continuous improvement
BSBSUS501 Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness
TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
Qualification Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guides are available from VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10
