Certificate IV OHS (BSB41407)

This is a nationally recognised qualification. Easy HR Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Number 91334)

 

A Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety BSB41407 is now the minimum requirement for OHS management in most workplaces. Easy HR offers a nationally recognised, work based and flexible training program for staff to gain this qualification.

The training and assessment for the Certificate IV in OHS can be done by distance learning and is specifically designed to help supervisors, union representatives, safety committee members, assistant safety officers and other staff who identify and manage workplace health and safety hazards.

Undertaking the Certificate IV in OHS by distance learning has its advantages - you can start any time you like and we offer full telephone support to our distance learners.

 

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of the Certificate IV in OHS and suitable experience provides you with the opportunity to become a supervisor/manager, or trainee manager in medium and large organisations within the area of occupational health and safety.

After completing study in Occupational Safety, Health and Training you will be able to work as a health and safety practitioner, responsible for the organisation of the safety and health functions within a workplace.

 

Entry Requirements

• This courses requires a significant amount of reading and writing.
• Access to computers is required for word processing and some internet based research.
• Assignments are generally based around workplace activities. Participants should have access to a workplace that can be used for case studies and/or practical exercises.
• Completion of year 12 is recommended, but not essential.
• General Work experience in the workplace would be significantly beneficial.

Before enrolling, please take our suitability self assessment questionnaire.

Please also review our Frequently Asked Questions .

 

Study Options

The Certificate IV in OHS is offered as an adult distant education program. Full course materials are delivered to students. this is primarily a correspondence course. Workbooks and materials will be forwarded to you for completion. Distance learners may visit the secure student section of our website, where you will have access to additional training materials and website links. Our trainer will also initiate regular telephone contact with you, throughout your enrolment.

Undertaking the Certificate IV in OHS program by distance education has its advantages. You can start any time you like, and we offer full telephone support to our distance learners. This allows your study to fit into your work schedule or lifestyle, and provides you with high quality training wherever you live.

 

Who Should Enrol

• Supervisors
• Union representatives,
• Safety committee members
• Health and Safety Representatives
• Safety Officers
• Anyone who identify and manage workplace health & safety hazards.

 

Recognition of Prior Learning

Easy HR recognised that some students may have existing qualifications or work experience within the field of Workplace Health & Safety. We suggest that before you enrol you review the Certificate 4 in OHS self assessment checklist . Where evidence can be provided, we may be able to grant credit for some units of the course. As a result the course fee and number of assignments required may be varied.

 

Course Content

Core Units 6 Required

• BSBOHS401B Contribute to the implementation of a systematic approach to managing OHS.
• BSBOHS402B Contribute to the implementation of the OHS consultation process.
• BSBOHS403B Identify hazards and assess OHS risks.
• BSBOHS404B Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk.
• BSBOHS405B contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures.
• BSBOHS408A Assist with compliance with OHS and other relevant laws.

 

Electives Units - 3 Required

At least 2 of the selected electives must be marked with a *

• BSBREL401A Establish networks *
• BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information *
• BSBOHS406B Use equipment to conduct workplace monitoring. *
• BSBOHS407A Monitor a safe workplace *
• BSBMKG413A Promote products & services *
• BSBCUS401A Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies *
• BSBRSK401A Identify risk and apply risk management processes *
• BSBPMG510A Manage projects *
• BSBWRT401A Write complex documents *
• BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment *
• BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships +
• BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness +
• BSBWOR404A Develop work priorities +
• BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals +