Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This qualification first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0 |
Qualification 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.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
All core units from BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety or equivalent competencies. Equivalent competencies are predecessors to the following units which have been mapped as equivalent:
- BSBWHS502 Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes
- BSBWHS503 Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk
- BSBWHS504 Manage WHS risks
- BSBWHS505 Investigate WHS incidents
- BSBWHS506 Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 8
5 core units plus
3 elective units, of which:
- 1 elective unit must be from the listed electives
- up to 2 electives may selected from the listed electives, or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Advanced Diploma level
- if not listed, 1 elective unit may be selected from a Diploma of any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Core Units
BSBWHS601 Apply legislative frameworks for WHS
BSBWHS602 Facilitate WHS activities
BSBWHS603 Implement WHS risk management
BSBWHS604 Evaluate the WHS performance of organisations
BSBWHS605 Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems
Elective Units
BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change
BSBMGT616 Develop and implement strategic plans
BSBPMG522 Undertake project work
BSBWHS606 Conduct a WHS audit
BSBWHS607 Apply ergonomics to manage WHS risks
BSBWHS608 Assist with applying occupational hygiene to manage WHS risks
BSBWHS609 Advise on the application of safe design principles to control WHS risks
BSBMGT608 Manage innovation and continuous improvement OR CHCORG501B Facilitate workplace change and innovation
Qualification Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSB60615 Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety |
BSB60612 Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent qualification |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10