for people who are just starting and are keen to learn and apply occupational health and safety, working toward formal qualifications.
for people who have safety and health responsibilities and functions at work and seek formal qualifications.
for people who have already completed the Certificate IV in OHS or have experience at applying safety and health at a management level.
for people who have attained a Diploma in OHS and the relevant work experience, Edith Cowan University provides a smooth transition to post graduate qualifications.
Certificate III Occupational Health and Safety
This is an entry level to professional qualifications in occupational health and safety for any one who is interested in progressing their career opportunities. If you do not have any experience with applying health and safety in a workplace, this course would be suitable for you.
The BSB30707 Certificate III in OHS qualification requires you to complete 12 units of up to 380 nominal hours of study. We have clustered the following units to enhance your learning experience: Click on the units below to view elements and performance criteria, range of variables and evidence guide from the VETinfoNet site:
BSB30707: Certificate III in OHS
12 Units Required
Cluster One:
BSBOHS301B Apply Knowledge of OHS legislation in the workplace
BSBOHS302B Participate effectively in OHS communication and consultative processes
BSBOHS305B Contribute to OHS issue resolution
Cluster Two:
BSBOHS307B Participate in OHS investigations
BSBOHS303B Contribute to OHS hazard identification and risk assessment
BSBOHS304B Contribute to OHS hazard control
Cluster Three:
BSBRSK401A Identify risk and apply risk management processes
BSBWRT301A Write simple documents
Cluster Four:
BSBOHS306B Contribute to implementing emergency prevention activities and response procedures
BSBINM301A Organise workplace information
BSBWOR301A Organise personal work priorities and development
BSBITU203A Communicate Electronically
*WA Safety Representatives complete cluster 3 & 4 only
Study Option: External Only
Learning and Assessment Resources:
Text Book: Taylor, G.A., Easter, K.M, Hegney, R.P. e-Book "Enhancing Occupational Safety and Health"
Or
Taylor, G.A., Easter, K.M, Hegney, R.P. (2003) Enhancing Safety – A Workplace Guide 1, 4th ed., Perth, WestOne Services.
Workbooks:
Cluster One: ES eWorkbook - Managing hazards
Cluster Two: ES eWorkbook - Managing hazards
Cluster Three: ES eWorkbook - Risk management
Cluster Four: ES eWorkbook - Working Tools
Assessment Fees: Please Contact Us!
Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety
Once you have attained the Level III OHS or equivalent experience, you can progress to a Level IV in Occupational Health and Safety. The course aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake work safety and health functions at a supervisor level within an organisation. It is also recommended if you apply occupational health and safety at work and seek award qualifications.
The qualification requires you to complete 9 units and we have packaged the course of 430 nominal hours of study with the following units: Click on the units below to view elements and performance criteria, range of variables and evidence guide from the VETinfoNet site:
BSB41407: Certificate in IV OHS
9 Units Required
Cluster One:
BSBOHS401B Contribute to the implementation of a systematic approach to managing OHS BSBOHS402B Contribute to the implementation of the OHS consultation process BSBOHS408A Assist with compliance with OHS and other relevant laws
Cluster Two:
BSBRSK401A Identify risk and apply risk management processes
BSBWRT301A Write simple documents
Cluster Three:
BSBOHS403B Identify hazards and assess OHS risks
BSBOHS404B Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk
BSBOHS405B Contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures
BSBOHS406B Use equipment to conduct workplace monitoring
Study Option: External
Learning and Assessment Resources:
Text Book: Taylor, G.A., Easter, K.M, Hegney, R.P. e-Book "Enhancing Occupational Safety and Health"
Or
Taylor, G.A., Easter, K.M, Hegney, R.P. (2003) Enhancing Safety – A Workplace Guide 1, 4th ed., Perth, WestOne Services.
Workbooks:
Cluster One: ES eWorkbook - System Safety
Cluster Two: ES eWorkbook - Risk Management
Cluster Three: ES eWorkbook - Risk and Opportunity
Assessment Fees: Please Contact Us!
Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Once you have attained the Level IV or equivalent experience, you can progress to a Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety. This course aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake work safety and health functions at a management level within an organisation.
The qualification requires you to complete 8 units and we have packaged the course of 410 nominal hours of study with the following units: Click on the units below to view elements and performance criteria, range of variables and evidence guide from the VETinfoNet site:
BSB51307: Diploma of OHS
8 Units required (7 units listed below + 1 unit from a Certificate level IV in Business Services Training Package or another endorsed Training package)
Cluster One:
BSBOHS501B Participate in the coordination and maintenance of a systematic approach to managing OHS
BSBOHS503B Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements
BSBOHS508B Participate in the investigation of incidents
Cluster Two:
BSBOHS504B Apply principles of OHS risk management
BSBOHS505B Manage hazards in the work environment
BSBOHS506B Monitor and facilitate the management of hazards associated with plant
BSBOHS507B Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk
Study Option: External
Learning and Assessment Resources:
Text Book: Taylor, G.A., Easter, K.M, Hegney, R.P. e-Book "Enhancing Occupational Safety and Health"
Or
Taylor, G.A., Easter, K.M, Hegney, R.P. (2003) Enhancing Safety – A Workplace Guide 1, 4th ed., Perth, WestOne Services.
Workbooks:
Cluster One: ES eWorkbook - Safety system management
Cluster Two: ES eWorkbook - Risk management strategies
Assessment Fees: Please Contact Us!
