Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Work Health and Safety
Certificate III in Work Health and Safety
BSB30719
BEQ5
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 25/01/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 19/10/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 07/07/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 30/08/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals performing work health and safety (WHS) duties in addition to their main duties. They may provide technical advice and support to a team and apply a range of competencies in varied work contexts. It provides the skills and knowledge required to contribute to a variety of WHS tasks.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Eleven (11)- Six (6) core units plus
- Five (5) elective units, of which:
- Three (3) units must be from the elective units listed below
- for the remaining two (2) units:
- up to two (2) units may be selected from any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course at the same Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
- if not listed, 1 unit may be selected from a Certificate II or Certificate IV, from any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
Six (6) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBB13 | BSBWHS307 | Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBB10 | BSBWHS309 | Contribute effectively to WHS communication and consultation processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBB11 | BSBWHS310 | Contribute to WHS issue-resolution processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAZ14 | PUAFER001 | Identify, prevent and report potential facility emergency situations | 5 | Unit of competency |
| OBB12 | BSBWHS331 | Participate in identifying and controlling hazardous chemicals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBB09 | BSBWHS308 | Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be chosen from the elective unit list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVV3 | BSB30715 | Certificate III in Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
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