BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety

The BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety develops the practical skills required to contribute to workplace safety systems, manage risks and support compliance responsibilities in construction environments.

This qualification is suited to builders, supervisors, contractors and professionals who want stronger capability in work health and safety management.

Potential outcomes may include:

• WHS Coordinator
• Safety Officer
• Site Supervisor
• Construction Manager Support
• Compliance Support Roles

Module 1- Legal Considerations

Topics include – Model Workplace Health & Safety Issues, Safe Work Aust, WorkCover, Codes of Practice, NCC, Aust Stds, Certificates & Licensing, Induction, Site Meetings, Where to get help.

Module 2 – Safety Controls For The Personnel

Topics include – Consultation, Bullying, Skin Cancer, Drugs & Alcohol, Manual Handling, Fatigue Management, First Aid, PPE, Emergency Procedures, Incident Investigation, Right of Entry, Workers Compensation, Return to Work.

Module 3 – Safety Controls For The Site

Topics include – No Go Zones, Noise, Confined Space, Demolition, Trenching/Excavation, Falls & Falling Objects, Traffic Management, SWMS & JSA, Plant & Equipment, Dangerous Goods & Hazardous Chemicals, Safety Inspections.

Module 4 – Safety Management

Topics include – Risk Management & Risk Control, OHS Records, Audit Process, Costs & Systems, Managing WHS, Safety Management Manual.

Core units

• BSBWHS412: Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws
• BSBWHS413: Contribute to WHS consultation and participation processes
• BSBWHS414: Contribute to WHS risk management
• BSBWHS415: Contribute to implementing WHS management systems
• BSBWHS416: Contribute to workplace incident response

Mandatory electives

• BSBWHS417: Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work
• BSBWHS418: Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors
• BSBWHS419: Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes
• BSBWHS431: Control hazardous chemicals in the workplace

General elective

• PUAWHS003: Implement and monitor organisational WHS policies and programmes

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Study online anywhere in Australia

Designed for the Australian building industry, our online learning model eliminates the need for classroom attendance. Gain 24/7 access to high-quality resources and progress through your qualification at a pace that aligns with your project deadlines.