Description

Welcome to Contribute to managing a WHS information system course. This course has been designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to managing a work health and safety information system (WHSIS) that supports the effective management of WHS. It involves accessing, collecting and analysing WHS information and data; evaluating the effectiveness of the WHSIS and contributing to improving the management of WHS; and communicating the change.

It applies to those who contribute to managing a WHSIS. These people work in a range of WHS roles across all industries, and apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts. Individuals will apply skills and knowledge to enable them to manage information and data management processes, including analysis of the data. They are not required to design the actual information system or process.

About this course

Training Provider: OHS.com.au with AlertForce (RTO Code 91826)

Location: Online

Course length: Approx. 4 hours (awareness version)

Time: Self-paced

Certification / Accreditation: Certificate of Completion* or Statement of Attainment depending on what is purchased

CPD Points: Yes. 4 points as certificate of completion or 5 points as Statement of Attainment.

Background – What is a WHS information system?

WHS works by preventing accidents and other incidents in the workplace. Employers and employees alike can benefit from this approach and get the most out their efforts and time. WHS can be described as a time-saving and productivity improvement.

A well-executed WHS program can also help employers save money on costs such as paying for accidents, rehabilitation and compensation.

Every year, Australia records hundreds of work-related deaths. According to some sources, workplace deaths account for 15% of all deaths in Australia. Injuries and illnesses can add up to thousands. These causes a lot of suffering, pain, emotional trauma, and other human suffering.

As with all laws, WHS laws can be violated and there are consequences. Depending on the severity of the incident or negligence, non-compliance can lead to fines and imprisonment. Non-compliance can also lead to workers compensation.

Compliance is essential. A WHS information system that works is a way to protect yourself and your employees.

Aims and Objectives of this course

This course Contribute to managing a WHS information system (based on BSBWHS517) will help you earn the skills necessary to access sources of WHS information and data according to organisational policies and procedures.

Our Contribute to managing a WHS information system course is based on the unit of competency of BSBWHS517 . Whilst this course is not nationally recognised, it follows the learning outcomes and elements associated with that unit. The course contains

1. Narrated e-learning learning resources online 
2. Online Assessment tasks
3. Ability to download your Certificate of Completion once assessment tasks are completed

What will you learn by completing the training course?

This course will include an understanding of awareness of the relevant legislation and your responsibilities in contributing to manage a WHS information system .

Learning outcomes include:

1.  Collect and record WHS information and data according to WHS laws, and organisational policies and procedures
2. Meet legislative requirements for reporting to external bodies within required timeframes
3. Record and store collected WHS information and data according to WHS laws, and organisational policies and procedures
4. Provide advice and support to users to enable them to use the WHSIS, and meet their WHS responsibilities and objectives
5. Identify training and development needs of WHSIS users, and take action as required to facilitate the required training within scope of own role
6. Facilitate user participation and consultation during WHSIS monitoring, evaluation and improvement activities
7.  Review and analyse accuracy, currency and relevance of WHS information and data in consultation with users
8. Apply knowledge of WHSIS requirements to assist with identifying WHSIS elements needing improvement
9. Assist with developing measures to improve WHSIS and seek required approval
10. Communicate changes to WHSIS according to WHS laws, and organisational policies, procedures and systems
11. Assist with implementing improvement measures

How Is the Training Delivered?

Contribute to managing a WHS information system course is available online and completed in your own time. This Contribute to managing a WHS information system training course is based on the learning outcomes outlined above.

The course is typically designed to be completed in a minimum of four hours. However, the exact length of the course may depend on your ability and prior knowledge around the subject. 

As the training is delivered online, you are able to complete it at your own pace.

What Accreditation Will You Get?

After completing the Contribute to managing a WHS information system course , an assessment is conducted to determine if you have understood the information presented during the training course. If you pass this assessment, you receive a Certificate of Completion.

IMPORTANT NOTE whilst this course is based on the learning outcomes of the course provided, it is important to note that it is not a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment unless you opt for that option. Nationally Recognised training is only really required If you specifically require that unit of competency for a qualification or licence (typically this will require a practical component, further assessment and increased costs).

This course has been designed to comply with the best practices of national health and safety standards. Terminology has been chosen for clarity and ease of comprehension across jurisdictions. For example, ‘employer’ has been used to signify the broader term ‘PCBU’, while ‘WHS’ represents both work and occupational health and safety.

This training is not a substitute for professional legal advice. If you require further advice or information, please contact the health and safety regulator in your jurisdiction.

A Certificate of Completion is issued on successful completion of the course and you are required to get an 80% pass mark to be deemed as understanding the content. It is recommended that training is conducted every 2 years to stay refreshed.

Is the course tax deductible?

Whilst you should get advice from your financial advisor to confirm, generally speaking further training and education related to advancing your career is 100% tax deductible.

Approx. run time: 4 hours