Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Work Health and Safety
Diploma of Work Health and Safety
BSB51315
AVV6
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 27/09/2018 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 2.00 | 14/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is suitable for people who coordinate and maintain the Work Health and Safety (WHS) program in an organisation. It reflects the role of practitioners who apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
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 = nine (9)- five (5) core units plus
- four (4) elective units, of which:
- at least three (3) units must be Group A below
- the remaining unit may be from Group A or Group B below or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level.
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
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUM23 | BSBWHS506 | Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUM38 | BSBWHS503 | Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK76 | BSBWHS505 | Investigate WHS incidents | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUI78 | BSBWHS502 | Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL12 | BSBWHS504 | Manage WHS risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group A .
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUJ21 | BSBWHS510 | Contribute to implementing emergency procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ81 | BSBWHS507 | Contribute to managing WHS information systems | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK21 | BSBWHS410 | Contribute to work-related health and safety measures and initiatives | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AUI74 | BSBWHS509 | Facilitate the development and use of WHS risk management tools | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5574 | PUAWER003B | Manage and monitor workplace emergency procedures, equipment and other resources | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUL75 | BSBHRM509 | Manage rehabilitation or return to work programs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK71 | BSBWHS508 | Manage WHS hazards associated with plant | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
One (1) unit may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUI03 | BSBWHS408 | Assist with effective WHS management of contractors | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUI93 | BSBWHS409 | Assist with workplace monitoring processes | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI86 | BSBSUS501 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL24 | BSBMGT516 | Facilitate continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI47 | BSBINN601 | Lead and manage organisational change | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUI44 | BSBMGT502 | Manage people performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWY85 | TAEDEL401 | Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J347 | BSB51312 | Diploma of Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEQ9 | BSB51319 | Diploma of Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
All core units in BSB41415 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or equivalent competencies.
Equivalent competencies are predecessors to the following units which have been mapped as equivalent:
BSBWHS402 Assist with compliance with WHS laws
BSBWHS403 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation and participation processes
BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
BSBWHS405 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
BSBWHS406 Assist with responding to incidents
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