Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety
Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety
BSB60612
J348
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 18/03/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification is suitable for people who apply advanced practical knowledge to coordinate, facilitate and maintain the work health and safety (WHS) program in one or more fields of work in an organisation, such as a WHS practitioner or HR practitioner. They may work under the guidance of an occupational health and safety professional.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 85 core unitsplus
3 elective units of which:
up to 3 units may be from the elective units below
up to 2 units may be from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level or, if not listed below, 1 elective unit may be selected from a Diploma.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet industry needs.
Core units
BSBWHS601A Apply legislative frameworks for WHS
BSBWHS602A Facilitate WHS activities
BSBWHS603A Implement WHS risk management
BSBWHS604A Evaluate the WHS performance of organisations
BSBWHS605A Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems
Elective units
BSBINN601B Manage organisational change
BSBMGT608CManage innovation and continuous improvement
OR
CHCORG501B Facilitate workplace change and innovation
BSBMGT616A Develop and implement strategic plans
BSBPMG522A Undertake project work
BSBWHS606A Conduct WHS audits
BSBWHS607A Apply ergonomics to manage WHS hazards and risks
BSBWHS608A Assist with applying occupational hygiene to manage WHS hazards and risks
BSBWHS609A Advise on the application of safe design principles to control WHS risks
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE743 | BSBWHS601A | Apply legislative frameworks for WHS | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE747 | BSBWHS605A | Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WE746 | BSBWHS604A | Evaluate the WHS performance of organisations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE744 | BSBWHS602A | Facilitate WHS activities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE745 | BSBWHS603A | Implement WHS risk management | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Note: BSBMGT608C OR CHCORG501B may be chosen, NOT both
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE751 | BSBWHS609A | Advise on the application of safe design principles to control WHS risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE749 | BSBWHS607A | Apply ergonomics to manage WHS hazards and risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE750 | BSBWHS608A | Assist with applying occupational hygiene to manage WHS hazards and risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE748 | BSBWHS606A | Conduct a WHS audit | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0852 | BSBMGT616A | Develop and implement strategic plans | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D8593 | CHCORG501B | Facilitate workplace change and innovation | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D4869 | BSBMGT608C | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D4866 | BSBINN601B | Manage organisational change | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG182 | BSBPMG522A | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D186 | BSB60607 | Advanced Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVR0 | BSB60615 | Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
All core units in BSB51312 Diploma of Work Health and Safety or equivalent competencies:
BSBWHS502A Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes
BSBWHS503A Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk
BSBWHS504A Manage WHS hazards and risks
BSBWHS505A Investigate WHS incidents
BSBWHS506A Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships