Course Objective:

This qualification applies to individuals working in a work health and safety (WHS) role who provide a broad range of technical knowledge, skills and have some limited responsibility for the output of others.

The qualification applies to those working as supervisors, WHS personnel, and workers in other WHS-related roles who manage risks effectively, apply relevant WHS laws, and contribute to WHS within the workplace in known or changing contexts with established parameters.
 

• Workplace Compliance
• Consultation
• Risk Management
• WHSMS
• Incident Response
• Analyse and Present Research Information
• Return to Work
• Contractor Compliance
• Make Presentations
• Work Skill Instruction

Core Units:

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 Units:

BSBINS401 - Analyse and present research information
BSBWHS417 - Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work 
BSBWHS418 - Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors 
BSBCMM411 - Make presentations
TAEDEL311 - Provide work skill instruction 

All 10 Core and Elective Units must be successfully completed to obtain your Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety - BSB41419.

Assessment:

• The course will be progressively assessed for underpinning knowledge and at completion of formal instruction a cumulative assessment will occur.

Course Award:

• BSB41419 - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (Qualification) and Record of Results
• In the case of partial completion, a Statement of Attainment will be issued for units of competency completed.

Course Requirements:

• Ability to use and understand English
• Good numeracy skills
• Computer skills are essential (including an understanding of Microsoft Office)
• Working knowledge of the WHS Act and Regulations

Course Notes:

• All students to be contacted by the CITC to discuss course requirements/suitability before enrolment.
• The CITC will supply each participant with a PC to use whilst in the classroom only. It is up to each participant to access/use their own PC/laptop when not within the classroom to study.
• All students to have the option of a maximum of 10 hours mentoring/assistance with the trainer after the course completion. Extra assistance to this, if required, will need to be discussed with the CITC. 
• You can use artificial intelligence (AI) as a learning resource, but you cannot submit assessments generated by AI tools. This would not be considered as your own work and therefore a breach of Academic Integrity of the course.
• This course meets the requirements of an approved course of education and study from an approved Education Provider for the purpose of qualifying for a student payment from Services Australia. Total hours = 600. Full time course duration = 30 weeks. Full time hours per week = 20 hours. Please contact Services Australia for further information. 
• All students will need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to receive their certificates and or cards. Click here to apply for your USI or bring your ID (Driver's Licence, Passport, Medicare Card, Birth Certification or Immicard) on the first day of training to apply at CITC. For more information, go to www.usi.gov.au 

Need More Information or Want To Make A Group Booking:

• Still have questions about the course or need to make a group onsite or offsite booking. Send an enquiry via the Course Enquiry button below or telephone (08) 8301 4500.

Ready to Enrol:

• Simply click the Enrol Now button below to complete an online enrolment form. The CITC will get back to you promptly to advise the outcome of your online enrolment or should we require further information from you. Or alternatively, please telephone (08) 8301 4500 to speak to an Enrolments Officer.

About the CITB:

The CITB is a whole-of-industry led organisation that provides support to attract, train and retain South Australian building and construction workers by providing leadership in training and skills development.

The CITB:

• Provides access to subsidised training for apprentices, their employers and workers in the industry;
• Promotes and supports careers in construction;
• Advises the SA Government on industry training;
• Supports training, innovation, research and planning;
• Attracts our future workforce through vocational training in schools by supporting the doorways2construction™ program.

Short Course Training:

The objective of CITB’s Short Course Training program is to raise the level of skill in the construction industry workforce by engaging Eligible Persons in training and skill development activities. CITB facilitates training opportunities and endeavours to ensure that CITB funded training meets both quality standards and industry requirements.

Each financial year, Eligible Persons with an approved CITB number can obtain up to $3,000 of training subsidies off any CITB endorsed short course, with a CITB endorsed training provider.
To obtain the short course subsidises, an approved CITB number must be provided to the training provider upon enrolment.