Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
BSB41415
AVW3
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 working in a Work Health and Safety (WHS) role who work to provide leadership and guidance to others and have some limited responsibility for the output of others.
The qualification reflects the role of workers who apply a broad knowledge base and well developed skills in a wide variety of contexts and may include coordinators, advisors and facilitators.
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 = ten (10)- five (5) core units plus
- five (5) elective units, of which:
- three (3) units must be from Group A below
- two (2) units may be from Group A, Group B or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level
if not listed below, one (1) elective unit may be selected from a Certificate III or Diploma from any currently endorsed Training Package 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
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUI25 | BSBWHS402 | Assist with compliance with WHS laws | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK46 | BSBWHS406 | Assist with responding to incidents | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUI30 | BSBWHS403 | Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation and participation processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH35 | BSBWHS405 | Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS management systems | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL09 | BSBWHS404 | Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control | 40 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAE86 | BSBRES411 | Analyse and present research information | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUM41 | BSBWHS407 | Assist with claims management, rehabilitation and return-to-work programs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI03 | BSBWHS408 | Assist with effective WHS management of contractors | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUI93 | BSBWHS409 | Assist with workplace monitoring processes | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK21 | BSBWHS410 | Contribute to work-related health and safety measures and initiatives | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D5573 | PUAWER002B | Ensure workplace emergency prevention procedures, systems and processes are implemented | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AWF71 | BSBSUS401 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI59 | BSBCMM401 | Make a presentation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUI91 | BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY81 | TAEASS301 | Contribute to assessment | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AUK47 | BSBMGT403 | Implement continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL02 | BSBINN301 | Promote innovation in a team environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWY86 | TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK93 | BSBMGT401 | Show leadership in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK28 | BSBWRT401 | Write complex documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J346 | BSB41412 | Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BER2 | BSB41419 | Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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