BSB41419 - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (Cert IV WHS)

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Certificate, which is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This training is nationally recognised:

• BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

To earn the BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, participants must complete 10 units

Core:

> 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

Elective:

> BSBWHS418 Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors

> BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes

> BSBINS401 Analyse and present research information

> BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

> BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace

Intrinsic Safety Pty Ltd (RTO45803) is responsible under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 for the quality of the training and assessment being delivered in this course and for the issuance of all AQF certificates.

Course Fees

• Individuals: Available in Distance (Online) mode for $1500 (GST exempt) with flexible payment terms available. 
• Group Bookings: Contact us to discuss a customised quote.

Refunds & Fee Protection

• Know the Details: For our refund policy and fee protection guidelines, have a look at our comprehensive Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook.

Payment Information

• Individuals: Ready to dive in? Flexible payment terms include 10 x monthly payments of $150 or 5 x monthly payments of $300.
• Group Bookings: Tailored to suit you. We’ll arrange payment terms that work for both us and your team.

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace, online, or at a facility organised by Intrinsic Safety Pty Ltd (RTO 45803).

Course Duration & Modes

• Face to Face Training: 8 day intensive, hands-on session. Can be broken into 4 x 2-day modules. Includes additional requirement of self-paced online theory and practical assessments. 12 months to complete.
• Distance Mode: Flexible self-paced fully-online learning with 12 months to complete.
• Accelerated Learning: Self-Paced online training and assessment + 5 days Face to Face training workshop.

Choose the method that best fits your needs for confident WHS skills.

Our detailed Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (CERT IV WHS) course outline ensures a thorough grasp of:

Work Health and Safety Laws and Principles

• • Work Health And Safety Laws In Australia
  • Principles Underpinning WHS Laws In Australia
  • Objectives Of WHS Laws In Australia
  • WHS Harmonisation
  • Accessing Current WHS Laws

Sources and Accessing WHS Information

• • Internal Sources Of WHS Information
  • External Sources Of WHS Information
  • Accessing WHS Information
  • Analysing Accessed Information

Duties and Responsibilities in WHS

• • WHS Duty Holders
  • Duties And Responsibilities Of The PCBU
  • Duties Of Officers
  • Duties Of Workers
  • Duties Of Other Persons At The Workplace
  • Rights Of Duty Holders
  • Obligations Of Duty Holders

Legal Aspects and Compliance in WHS

• • Identifying WHS Duties, Rights And Obligations
  • Clarifying WHS Legal Requirements
  • Seeking Advice From Legal Advisers
  • WHS Regulator
  • WHS Regulator Functions
  • WHS Regulator Powers
  • Providing Advice Of Regulator Functions
  • How WHS Regulators Exercise Their Powers
  • WHS Regulator Enforcement Action

WHS Inspections and Compliance Assessment

• • WHS Inspectors
  • Assessing Workplace Compliance With WHS Laws
  • Areas To Be Assessed For Compliance
  • Reporting On Compliance Assessment Outcomes
  • Compliance Assessment Report Format
  • Non-Conformance And Non-Compliance
  • Contributing Factors To WHS Non-Compliance
  • Recommending Corrective Actions

WHS Training and Policies

• • Determining WHS Training Needs
  • 70:20:10 Framework
  • Conducting A Training Needs Analysis (TNA)
  • Common Workplace WHS Training Requirements
  • Induction Training
  • Providing WHS Training
  • Workplace WHS Policies, Procedures And Process
  • Modifying Workplace Policies To Support Compliance
  • Components Of A WHS Policy, Procedure, And Process

WHS Communication and Consultation

• • Developing A Communication Plan
  • Benefits Of Using A Communication Plan
  • Monitoring Implementation
  • Consultation And Participation Requirements
  • Consultation And Cooperation (Various Stakeholders)
  • Communicating Roles And Responsibilities
  • Organisational Consultation Processes
  • When Is Consultation Required
  • Identifying Who Needs To Be Consulted
  • Characteristics Of WHS Consultation Processes
  • Setting Up And Implementing WHS Consultation Processes
  • Creating Feedback Opportunities
  • Documenting Consultation
  • Promoting And Supporting Participation In WHS Consultation
  • Communicating And Sharing WHS Information
  • Consultation Training Requirements
  • Contributing To Sharing WHS Information
  • Methods Of Making WHS Information Accessible

Risk Management in WHS

• • What Is A Hazard?
  • How Are Hazards Categorised?
  • Defining Risk
  • Regulatory Requirements Related To Risk Control
  • Accessing WHS Laws Relevant To Risk Control
  • Methodology For Reviewing WHS Laws
  • Workplace And External Sources Of Risk Control Information
  • Analysing Information And Data
  • Confirming Hazard And Risk Information
  • Seeking Technical And Other Advice
  • Organisational Requirements For Risk Management
  • Complying With Organisational Requirements
  • Establishing A Process For Risk Management
  • Identifying, Assessing, And Prioritising Hazards
  • Determining, Implementing, And Evaluating Control Measures

WHS Management Systems and Plans

• • Work Health And Safety Management Systems
  • Regulatory Requirements For WHSMS
  • Regulatory Authority WHSMS Tools
  • Standards And Guidance Material For WHSMS
  • Duty Holder Contribution To WHSMS
  • Elements, Tailoring, And Hierarchy Of A WHS Management System
  • Process Of Developing A WHS Management System
  • WHS Management System Vs WHS Management Plan
  • Recording And Communicating The WHS Management System Plan
  • Integrating Feedback Into The WHSMS
  • WHS Management System Implementation Process
  • Components And Roles In The Implementation Plan
  • Communicating The Plan To Stakeholders
  • Facilitating Contribution
  • Monitoring And Evaluating The Effectiveness Of The WHSMS Plan

Incident Response and Investigation in WHS

• • Workplace Incident Response
  • Duty Holder Responsibilities In Incident Response
  • Regulatory Requirements For Incident Response
  • Workplace Policies And Procedures For Incident Response
  • Communicating Requirements For Incident Response
  • Notifying Managers Of Incidents
  • Developing Communication Mechanisms
  • Providing Initial Assistance
  • Documenting The Incident
  • Notifiable Incidents And Reporting Procedures
  • Collecting WHS Incident Information
  • Organisational Response To Incidents
  • Incident Investigation Processes
  • WHS Incident Investigation Methodologies
  • Conducting A 5-Whys Analysis
  • Reviewing WHS Incident Reports
  • Contacting Stakeholders During Investigation
  • Communicating Incident Investigation Outcomes
  • Developing, Obtaining Approval, And Communicating Recommendations

Contractor Management and WHS

• • Contractor Services
  • Services Provided Under Contract Arrangements
  • Contractor Work Arrangements
  • Contracts And Agreements
  • Duties, Rights And Obligations Of Contractors
  • WHS Implications Of Contractors
  • Identifying Services To Be Supplied By Contractors
  • Regulatory Requirements For Contractor Management
  • Organisational Policies And Procedures For Contractor Management
  • Contractor WHS Compliance Requirements
  • Reviewing Contractor Compliance Requirements
  • Providing Relevant WHS Documentation
  • Conducting A WHS Induction Briefing
  • Documenting The Completed Induction
  • Contractor Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
  • Identifying Documents To Review Against KPI
  • Conducting Workplace Inspections
  • WHS Inspection Checklist
  • Documenting Contractor WHS Non-Compliance
  • Investigating Contractor WHS Non-Compliance
  • Reporting Contractor WHS Non-Compliance
  • Stakeholders For Reporting
  • Consultation With The Contractor
  • Escalating WHS Non-Compliance

Monitoring Workplace Conditions and Equipment

• • Purpose Of Monitoring Workplace Conditions
  • Regulatory Requirements And Standards For Monitoring
  • Organisational Policies And Procedures For Monitoring
  • Internal And External Sources Of WHS Information For Monitoring
  • Obtaining Specialist Advice
  • Identifying Agents And Conditions To Monitor
  • Common Types And Selection Of Measuring Equipment
  • Impact Of Various Factors On Equipment Selection
  • Limits Of Expertise And Equipment
  • Preparing For And Conducting Monitoring Data Collection
  • Ensuring Safety During Sampling And Testing
  • Monitoring Equipment Characteristics
  • Interpreting And Evaluating Monitoring Results
  • Understanding Exposure Standards
  • Preparing The Monitoring Report
  • Recording And Retaining Records
  • Communication Strategies For Monitoring Results

Leadership and Research in WHS

• • What Is Leadership?
  • Leadership In Workplace Health And Safety
  • Key Qualities Of A Safety Leader
  • Strategies For Demonstrating Safety Leadership
  • Safety Leadership Theories
  • Common Safety Leadership Styles
  • Role Modelling In Safety Leadership
  • Integrity And Credibility In Safety Leadership
  • Organisational Values And Ethics
  • Expectations Of Behaviour In Safety Leaders
  • Research Policies And Procedures
  • Common Research Strategies
  • Assessing Information Sources
  • Assessing Reliability And Validity
  • Identifying WHS Research Objectives
  • Identifying Potential Information Sources
  • Confirming Relevance Of Information
  • Analysing Information
  • Drawing And Justifying Conclusions
  • Identifying Methods Of Reporting Research Findings
  • Drafting, Reviewing, And Distributing The Report
  • Obtaining Feedback On Report Findings

Written Communication and Documentation in WHS

• • Organisational Policies And Procedures For Documentation
  • Organisational Style Guide
  • Rules And Conventions For Written English
  • Key Text And Basic Design Elements
  • Impact Of Format On Readability And Cohesion
  • Sequencing Categories Of Information
  • Key Features Of Written Communication Methods
  • Process For Checking The Document
  • Key Features Of Word Processing Software
  • Determining The Audience, Purpose, And Requirements Of The Document
  • Determining Format, Style, And Structure
  • Establishing The Method Of Communication
  • Developing Content Overview
  • Sequencing The Document
  • Confirming Cohesiveness And Purpose
  • Developing Draft Document
  • Identifying Gaps
  • Drafting And Reviewing Text
  • Confirming Approval Of Draft Text
  • Applying Basic Design
  • Checking Final Document

Assessment Methods

We provide a well-rounded assessment process that encompasses both practical tasks and scenarios, as well as written theory assessments, throughout the training. This comprehensive approach ensures a thorough evaluation of your skills and knowledge, allowing you to demonstrate your competency in real-world application and theoretical understanding.

Specific Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (CERT IV WHS) assessment tasks to be undertaken include:

• Knowledge Assessment
• Research, Review and Analyse WHS Laws – Practical
• Consultation and Information Dissemination – Practical
• WHS Audits and Reporting – Practical
• Training and Skill Development – Practical
• Policy Development, Communication, and Monitoring – Practical
• Comprehensive Review and Documentation of WHS Consultation Processes – Practical
• WHS Consultation Process Rollout and Continuous Improvement – Practical
• Review of Organisational Risk Assessment for Site Operations – Practical
• Review of Organizational Risk Management Policy and Procedures – Practical
• Risk Management for Forklift Operation in a Warehouse – Practical
• Risk Management for Psychosocial Hazards – Practical
• Development and Implementation of a Work Health and Safety  Management System (WHSMS) Plan – Practical
• Review of Incident Response Policies and Procedures – Practical
• Incident Response and Investigation – Serious Chemical Burn – Practical
• Incident Response and Investigation – Fall from Height Impalement Injury – Practical
• Managing Contractor WHS Compliance – Practical
• Conducting Workplace Monitoring – Practical
• Develop and Implement an Enhanced Safety Leadership Program – Practical
• Analyse and Present Workplace Incident Investigation Research – Practical
• Plan, Draft and Finalise Complex Documents – Practical

For entry into the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety qualification, there are no prerequisite qualifications. However, to ensure your success, the following entry requirements must be met:

• You must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess sound language and literacy skills, equivalent to at least Year 10 English.
• Be able to commit to the course duration and time requirements.
• Have access to a computer and reliable internet connection.
• Provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
• Have a valid email address and a telephone number for communication, support, and assessment purposes.

For comprehensive details on your rights and responsibilities, including our complaints and appeals process, kindly refer to the Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook on our website.

We’re committed to fostering an enriching learning environment. Key to this is understanding your Language, Literacy, Numeracy (LLN), and Digital Literacy skills, essential for your course success.

• LLN Evaluation Verification

  • Assessing Your Needs: Check if you need an LLN Evaluation based on your prior qualifications through our LLN Evaluation Verification Form.

• Digital Literacy Checklist

  • Embracing Technology: Complete our Pre-Enrolment Digital Literacy Checklist to help us tailor our support to enhance your digital skills.

• Formal LLN Evaluation

  • Tailored Support: If required, you can complete our Formal LLN Evaluation online, helping us understand your skill levels for personalised support.

These tools ensure you start your course with all the support you need for a successful learning journey. For any questions or extra assistance, feel free to contact our support team at [email protected].