Health and Safety Representative Refresher Course
About the course
This one-day refresher course is designed for Health and Safety Representatives who have previously completed a five-day introductory training course approved by WorkSafe WA. It refreshes participants’ knowledge of the key functions and responsibilities of an HSR under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA).
Duration: One day
Delivery: Face-to-face
Prerequisite: Previous completion of a five-day introductory HSR training course approved by WorkSafe WA
Assessment: There is no formal assessment, but participants are expected to take part in discussions and complete the on-course activities.
During the course, you will review and discuss:
- HSR powers and functions
- issues and challenges faced by HSRs
- recent changes in the WHS landscape
- the WHS legal framework and general duties
- risk management
- consultation and issue resolution
- Provisional Improvement Notices and cease-work directions
- mental health and the role of the HSR.
Venue information
This course is scheduled to be delivered at your workplace or at a venue arranged by your organisation.
Please refer to the information provided by your organisation for details of the training venue.
Preparing for your course
What to bring
Please bring a pen and highlighter. Your course manual and any required reference materials will be provided during the course.
Before you attend
To help you get the most from the course, we encourage you to find out which work health and safety legislation applies to your workplace before attending.
Participant Information
To help you prepare for your course, we recommend reading our TSA Participant Information guide. It explains what you can expect during your training, the support available, participant responsibilities, and how to provide feedback or raise any concerns.
Questions?
Please contact Training Services Australia if you have any questions before your course.
Phone: (08) 9422 6444
Email: tsa@tsa-wa.com.au