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 who apply advanced practical knowledge and skills to coordinate, facilitate and maintain a work health and safety (WHS) program. It is suited to those who possess significant work health and safety skills and knowledge; and wish to consolidate and build pathways to further educational and/or employment opportunities.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
All BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety core units or equivalent competencies. Equivalent competencies are predecessors to four of the following units, which have been mapped as equivalent. Note: BSBWHS519 is new to the core of the Diploma, equivalent to its previous version, and a requirement for entry into the Advanced Diploma.
- 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.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 11
5 core units plus
6 elective units, of which:
- at least 3 elective units must be from Group A
- for the remaining 3 units:
- up to 3 units may be selected from Group B
- if not listed, 1 unit may be selected from a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from 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 Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Core units
BSBWHS612 Develop and implement a strategy to support a positive WHS culture
BSBWHS613 Evaluate the WHS performance of an organisation
BSBWHS614 Conduct a WHS audit under the guidance of a lead auditor
BSBWHS616 Apply safe design principles to control WHS risks
BSBWHS617 Apply ergonomics to manage WHS risks
Elective units
Group A
BSBCOM601 Research compliance requirements and issues
BSBCOM603 Plan and establish compliance management systems
BSBMGT605 Provide leadership across the organisation
BSBWHS611 Develop and implement strategies that support work-related psychological health and safety
BSBWHS631 Apply occupational hygiene principles to manage WHS risks
Group B
BSBINM601 Manage knowledge and information
BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change
BSBLDR511 Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBMGT608 Manage innovation and continuous improvement
BSBMGT616 Develop and implement strategic plans
BSBPMG602 Direct the scope of a project program
BSBPMG621 Facilitate stakeholder engagement
TAEDES501 Design and develop learning strategies
Qualification Mapping Information
No equivalent qualification. Supersedes but is not equivalent to BSB60615 Advanced 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
