The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is designed for supervisors, health and safety representatives, safety officers and those involved in the management of occupational risk. Through this qualification, you will develop your skills in drafting emergency plans, assisting with compliance with WHS laws, assisting with responding to incidents, and implementing and maintaining WHS management systems.
Upon successful completion of 10 units, participants will be awarded the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (BSB41419). The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is highly regarded as the industry standard in the recognition of those who have demonstrated the ability to work effectively within a WHS environment.
This qualification applies to individuals working in a work health and safety (WHS) role who provide a broad range of technical knowledge and skills, and have some limited responsibility for the output of others. The qualification applies to those working as supervisors, WHS personnel, and workers in other WHS-related roles who manage risks effectively, apply relevant WHS laws, and contribute to WHS within the workplace in known or changing contexts with established parameters.
BSBWHS412 Assist with compliance with WHS laws
BSBWHS413 Contribute to
implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes
BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
BSBWHS415 Contribute to
implementing WHS management systems
BSBWHS416 Contribute to workplace incident response
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
BSBPMG420 Apply project scope
management techniques
BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
Communicaion
Risk Management
WHS Compliance
Problem-solving
Online – self-paced, 12 months to complete, average 3–6 months
Students are required to have access to a workplace and/or team environment, ideally to apply work health and safety principles; this may include a previous workplace. You need access to a computer and an internet connection. The program is best suited to those with some workplace experience to apply their learning to.
Regardless of the chosen study method, all of our students at Scope Training are assigned to a staff member for ongoing support via phone, email or virtual meetings as required through to completion of their qualification. We encourage students to maintain regular contact with their training consultant to get the most out of their studies.
Upon successful completion of 10 units, participants will be awarded the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety. The Certificate IV in WHS is highly regarded as the minimum industry standard. Participants will learn how to identify and comply with legislation, Identify, assess, control hazards, contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation process, you will learn how to contribute to workplace emergency procedures and monitoring as well the injury management. This will provide participants with the skills they need to effectively co –ordinate workplace health and safety.
The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety conveys to employers that the holder has practically demonstrated the skills and knowledge to work effectively within the health and safety environment, including specific positions as a Health and Safety Coordinator, Advisor or Representative.
Furthermore a qualification from Scope Training advocates that the learner has demonstrated the ability to apply these skills in a work context, reassuring employers of job-readiness.
Job Roles include: Work Health and Safety Officer/coordinator, safety advisor, WHS representative, Health and Safety representative, return to work coordinator, Health and Safety Advisor
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- 2 downloadable resources
- Full lifetime access
- Certificate of completion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What payment options do you offer?
You can pay for your course enrolment upfront, or in six easy monthly payments.
If you need an invoice for your employer, please email us at info@scopetraining.com.au and we can organise that for you.
Do you offer RPL?
Yes! If you already have significant skills and experience and are looking for formal recognition in a qualification, you may be eligible for the RPL pathway. Click here for more info
How long do I have to complete?
All enrolments last for 12 months. We find the majority of our students can complete in a shorter timeframe, and often see students complete within 4-8 months of enrolment. You can work through as fast as you want, as all our courses are fully self-paced.
Do you offer extensions?
Paid extensions are available if you need more than 12 months to complete – just email us at info@scopetraining.com.au for more information.
When can I enrol?
All our courses are fully flexible, self-paced online courses – so you can enrol any time! Simply click the “enrol now” button on the course you have chosen, and you’ll be taken through the payment and enrolment process.
What’s a USI and why do I need it to enrol?
USI stands for Unique Student Identifier, and must be provided when undertaking any nationally recognised training. You will need to include your USI on your enrolment form when enrolling at Scope Training.
If you’ve done any training since 2015 you may already have one; if not, you can apply for one before enrolling.
Your USI also gives you access to your USI VET Transcript – this is a government authenticated record of any VET training you’ve completed since 2015.
You can find all the information you need on retrieving or applying for your USI and your VET transcript at the following website: https://www.usi.gov.au/