HSR Refresher OHS Training Course (WorkSafe Victoria Approved)

The objective of the course is to refresh the knowledge and skills participants require to effectively and efficiently carry out their roles as HSRs.

Under the OHS Act 2004 (section 67) all elected HSRs and Deputy HSRs are entitled to attend WorkSafe Victoria approved OHS training for HSRs and choose their training provider in consultation with their employer. An employer, if requested, must must allow an elected HSR and elected Deputy HSR to attend a WorkSafe approved HSR Refresher OHS Training course on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Interactive Training Services (ITS) is approved by WorkSafe Victoria to deliver HSR Initial and Refresher OHS Training Courses.

The course content covers:

• The OHS legislative framework
• Legislative obligations and duties of key parties
• Representation in the workplace
• Consultation and issue resolution
• Designated work group arrangements
• Issuing a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN).