Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety
Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety
BSB51307
D175
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 28/11/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who coordinate and maintain the OHS program within an organisation. Individuals would possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work and the work of others with safety responsibilities.
Job Roles
OHS Manager
OHS Practitioner
Senior OHS Officer.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eight (8)Eight (8) elective units
Five (5) elective units must be selected from the Group A units
The remaining three (3) elective units may be selected from the Group A or the Group B units or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level. If not listed, one (1) unit may be selected from either a Certificate IV or Advanced Diploma qualification.
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
1. Group A Elective Units
Six (6) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0906 | BSBOHS504B | Apply principles of OHS risk management | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0905 | BSBOHS503B | Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB916 | BSBOHS505C | Manage hazards in the work environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0903 | BSBOHS501B | Participate in the coordination and maintenance of a systematic approach to managing OHS | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0910 | BSBOHS508B | Participate in the investigation of incidents | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0904 | BSBOHS502B | Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group B Elective Units
Two (2) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0909 | BSBOHS507B | Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0908 | BSBOHS506B | Monitor and facilitate the management of hazards associated with plant | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C738 | BSB51604 | Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J347 | BSB51312 | Diploma of Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Realtions.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the Central CSSN on 07/07/2008.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
