Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Government (Occupational Health & Safety)
Diploma of Government (Occupational Health & Safety)
PSP51212
J310
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/11/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required of senior occupational health and safety practitioners in the public sector. Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of Electives is possible in the qualification packaging rules, Electives may also be drawn from other Training Packages to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Eleven (11) units of competency are required for this qualification:- eight (8) core units
- three (3) elective units:
- one (1) elective from the Group A elective list.
- two (2) elective units from the Group B elective list or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or another endorsed Training Package, or Accredited Course.
Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
All elective units must be selected from an equivalent qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
For this qualification, a maximum of 1 unit from Certificate IV level may be used.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8353 | PSPSOHS503A | Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8033 | PSPGOV502B | Develop client services | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8351 | PSPSOHS501A | Participate in the coordination and maintenance of a systematic approach to managing OHS | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8352 | PSPSOHS502A | Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8062 | PSPLEGN501B | Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8035 | PSPGOV505A | Promote diversity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C7987 | PSPETHC501B | Promote the values and ethos of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8042 | PSPGOV512A | Use complex workplace communication strategies | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit must be completed from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8354 | PSPSOHS504A | Apply principles of OHS risk management | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8357 | PSPSOHS507A | Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Two (2) units may be completed from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8242 | PSPPOL501A | Develop organisation policy | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8234 | PSPPM502B | Manage complex projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8355 | PSPSOHS505A | Manage hazards in the work environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8356 | PSPSOHS506A | Monitor and facilitate the management of hazards associated with plant | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8358 | PSPSOHS508A | Participate in the investigation of incidents | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXS5 | PSP51204 | Diploma of Government (Occupational Health Safety) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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