Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Refresher Training

Response Learning is an approved WHSQ HSR provider.

2019 HSR Requirements

From 1 July 2018, all elected HSRs are required under the WHS Act to attend a 1 day Refresher at least every three (3) years this training.

New HSR training requirements commenced 1 February 2019. Visit Workplace Health and Safety Queensland for more information.
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Course Objectives

The course will refresh and reinforce relevant information for HSRs relating to:

  • The requirements of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation including the functions and powers of HSRs
  • How the WHS legislation applies to their role as a HSR
  • The additional knowledge and skills necessary to use their powers under the WHS legislation in issuing Provisional Improvement Notices (PINS) and ceasing unsafe work
The course will assist HSRs and deputy HSRs understand their roles and functions and how the WHS legislation will influence health and safety outcomes in their workplace. The course aims to reinforce participants knowledge and skills to fulfil their role as HSRs.

Course Duration

One (1) day
The duration may vary due to the participatory requirements of the course. It must be a minimum of 7 hours plus breaks.

Price

$325.00+GST per person. (Invoiced to your employer)
Note: a minimum of 5 participants will be required to run the course.

Pre-Requisites

Participants must be either:
  • Elected HSRs or Deputy HSRs who have completed the approved five day initial training course in accordance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011; or
  • Existing HSRs who have completed course 30630QLD - Functioning as a Workplace Health and Safety Representative in accordance with the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995
Note: you must provide a copy of your Statement or Attendance (HSR Initial) or Certificate (30630QLD)

Certification

Participants will receive a WorkCover Queensland Health and Safety Representative Refresher Training Statement of Attendance issued by Response Learning.

How to Enrol

To enrol, please complete the Response Learning Enrolment Form and the Provide Evidence of Identity (EOI). See Entry Requirements.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of the Pre-Requisites.

Course Assessment

This course is non-competency based and has no formal assessment. Informal assessment of participant attendance and learner engagement will be undertaken by the facilitator against expected learner applications as detailed in the learning outcomes.

Assessment Decisions

The Facilitator will make a decision about the attendance and engagement of participants relevant to the learning outcomes / expected learner applications to determine whether an attendance certificate should be issued to the participant.

Course Resources

Response Learning will issue a USB containing all documentation listed below and class sets for use during the course:
  • Educational and support services to meet the needs of the learner cohort/s undertaking the training and knowledge evaluation.
  • A copy of the HSR Participant Notes (also provide in hardcopy)
  • A full copy of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (class set)
  • Relevant sections of the WHS Regulations 2011
  • Relevant Codes of Practice for your industry
  • Interpretive Guidelines for 'the health and safety duty office under section 27' and a Guide to 'Reasonably Practicable'
  • National Compliance and Enforcement Policy
  • Worker Representation and Participation Guide

WHS Requirements

All participants will be required to adhere to the WHS requirements of the site at which training is conducted.

Enquiries

If you are an employer of HSR wishing to complete the 5 day course or refresher, please refer to the Response Learning HSR Training Requirements Form. This information is required for us to deliver an approved HSR course.

If you would like to enquire about HSR training or require any further information please contact us.