HSR initial OHS training course

Course Code SIC0020

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Duration

Part Time
5 days

Delivery

On Campus

Intakes

Campus

Drummond St Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

Our WorkSafe training program empowers Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) with the knowledge to exercise their rights and responsibilities under the OHS Act 2004. Learn how to manage hazards and risks, and create a safer work environment.

Career Opportunities

Health and Safety Representative or anyone who can benefit from attending this course.

Pathway to further studies

This course is part of Worksafe Victoria's Health and Safety Representative training and provides a pathway to the WorkSafe approved HSR Refresher course.

Studying the HSR initial OHS training course at Holmesglen

The course is delivered on campus, using a blend of face-to-face theory and practical based training activities.It should be noted as per Section 67 of the 2004 OHS Act all elected HSRs are entitled to undertake the WorkSafe Victoria approved OHS training for HSRs and choose their training course in consultation with their employer.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.As a Health and Safety Representative you have the right to choose the training provider you believe is best suited to your training needs.Group bookings of 10 or more can be offered at your workplace location or at one of our other campuses. Please contact the Department to discuss.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age. When enrolling, a valid photo ID such as a driver's license, student ID card, learner's permit or passport is required. Please note that enrolment for this course closes three business days prior to the course commencement date. Therefore, it is important that payment for the course is completed before this deadline. Failure to do so will result in you being unable to attend the course on your preferred start date.

This course must be completed within six months of commencement and students must attend the full course.

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Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

This course combines face-to-face theory with practical training activities. It is offered as a five-day program (Monday to Friday) or one day per week over five weeks. Learning objectives include: • Understanding the OHS legislative framework and its role for HSRs. • Identifying key parties and their legal obligations. • Participating in workplace consultation and issue resolution. • Establishing workplace representation. • Representing work group members in OHS risk management processes. • Issuing Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs) and directing the cessation of unsafe work

Core units

Unit code	Unit name
SIC00228	HSR Initial OHS Training Course

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

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Start Date

Drummond St Chadstone Date: 18/07/2025	Apply
Drummond St Chadstone Date: 04/08/2025	Apply

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.