WorkSafe Victoria HSR Initial OHS Training Course

The Health and Safety Representative Training is WorkSafe-approved training course will help an HSR and Deputy HSR understand and effectively exercise their powers, protections and entitlements under the OHS Act 2004. OHS training equips HSRs/DHSRs with the confidence, skills and knowledge to represent their designated work group and to help make their workplace safer.

Note: Although HSRs are the primary audience, managers, supervisors, health and safety committee members and anyone with an interest in health and safety may also benefit from attending this course.

Your Entitlement

Under section 67 of the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act (the OHS Act) 2004 an employer, if requested, must allow an elected HSR and elected deputy HSR to attend a WorkSafe-approved HSR Initial OHS Training Course on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Section 67 also allows HSRs to choose the course in consultation with their employer.

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Duration: 5 Days
Cost (pp): $850
Location: 8-10 Sloane Street, Maribyrnong VIC 3032
Delivery Method: Classroom based learning (face to face)
Assessment Type: N/A
Outcome:

Certificate of Achievement

  • VIC Health and Safety Representative Initial OHS Training Course
TAA Admission Requirements:
  • Provide valid ID (e.g. Driver’s Licence, passport) to the trainer on the morning of day 1 of training.
  • TAA requires all students to be 18 years of age or older.
When does the course expire: This course does not expire, as refreshers are optional to attend. All refreshers can be completed through Training Ahead Australia.
What to bring and wear:

Please attend in smart casual clothing.

Please ensure you were enclosed shoes.




Additional Information

Learning Objectives (LO)

The Learning Objectives of the initial course are:

  • Interpreting the occupational health and safety legislative framework and its relationship to the HSR
  • Identifying key parties and their legislative obligations and duties
  • Establishing representation in the workplace
  • Participating in consultation and issue resolution
  • Represent designated work group members in any OHS risk management process undertaken by the appropriate duty holders
  • Issuing a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN) and directing the cessation of work
ID to Bring

You are required to bring photo ID, ideally, one of the following two types:

  • Australian Drivers Licence
  • Passport
Approved Provider

Training Ahead Australia is a WorkSafe Victoria approved training provider.

Refreshers

All refreshers can be completed through Training Ahead Australia.

How to book

You can book via the following:

  • Online at www.trainingahead.com.au
  • Email: bookings@trainigahead.com.au
  • Phone: 1300 355 900
WorkSafe Approved Training Provider

Training Ahead is an approved Worksafe Victoria training provider – click here to view the full list.

Upcoming courses

WorkSafe Victoria HSR Initial OHS Training Course
Start End Date Cost
20/01/2025 24/01/2025 $850.00
17/02/2025 21/02/2025 $850.00
17/03/2025 21/03/2025 $850.00
21/04/2025 25/04/2025 $850.00
19/05/2025 23/05/2025 $850.00
16/06/2025 20/06/2025 $850.00
21/07/2025 25/07/2025 $850.00
18/08/2025 22/08/2025 $850.00
22/09/2025 26/09/2025 $850.00
20/10/2025 24/10/2025 $850.00
17/11/2025 21/11/2025 $850.00
08/12/2025 12/12/2025 $850.00