Gain skills that will equip you to effectively manage an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) program in your organisation. Learn skills and knowledge in hazard management and the investigation of incidents.

• Location:
  Werribee and Industry
• Faculty:
  Faculty of Workforce Development
• School:
  School of Sport & Science
• Study mode:
  Part Time
• Delivery mode:
  On campus, Industry and Working in the Workplace
• Course code:
  BSB51307
• Duration:
  1 year
• This information is for Australian residents.
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How to apply

• OHS manager
• OHS co-ordinator
• senior OHS officer

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who coordinate and maintain the OHS program within an organisation. Individuals would possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work and the work of others with safety responsibilities.

• Participate in the Coordination and Maintenance of a Systematic Approach to Managing OHS

  Unit code

  BSBOHS501B

• Participate in the Management of the OHS Information and Data Systems

  Unit code

  BSBOHS502B

• Assist in the Design and Development of OHS Participative Arrangements

  Unit code

  BSBOHS503B

• Apply Principles of OHS Risk Management

  Unit code

  BSBOHS504B

• Manage Hazards in the Work Environment

  Unit code

  BSBOHS505C

• Participate in the Investigation of Incidents

  Unit code

  BSBOHS508B

• Monitor and Facilitate the Management of Hazards Associated With Plant

  Unit code

  BSBOHS506B

• Facilitate the Application of Principles of Occupational Health to Control OHS Risk

  Unit code

  BSBOHS507B

• Develop Workplace Policy and Procedures for Sustainability

  Unit code

  BSBSUS501A

• Use Equipment to Conduct Workplace Monitoring

  Unit code

  BSBOHS406B

• Manage Rehabilitation and Return to Work

  Unit code

  BSBHRM509A

• Work Effectively in Vocational Education and Training

  Unit code

  TAAENV401B

Students are required to complete a total of 8 units.

5 units must be selected from group A. The remaining 3 units may be selected from group B or as approved by the Head of School from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same level.

• Year 12: Direct Application Previous relevant industry experience is required.
• Mature: Direct Application Previous relevant industry experience is required.
• Other: Employer Choice