Nationally Recognised Training • RTO 91826
Mandatory training for ACT construction workers. Get your certification
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WorkSafe ACT Approved Initial HSR Training
Grants Power to Issue PINs & Direct Work to Cease
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The WorkSafe ACT Approved 5-Day Initial HSR Training course provides elected Health and Safety Representatives with the knowledge and powers required to perform their role under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in the ACT.
5 Days (35 Hours Total)
Delivered across five full training days as required by WorkSafe ACT.
Live Webinar (Instructor-Led)
Interactive training delivered by approved facilitators in accordance with WorkSafe ACT requirements.
Certificate of Attendance
Issued upon successful completion of the 5-Day course.
Workers elected by their designated work group.
Responsible for facilitating training and covering course costs.
Elected deputies may also attend training.
Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT), workers have the right to elect a Health and Safety Representative.
Once elected, the PCBU must:
Allow the HSR to attend approved training
Cover the cost of training
Provide time off at normal pay to complete the course
HSRs must complete an approved initial training course to exercise their full powers, including:
Issuing a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN)
Directing unsafe work to cease
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Convenient Mitchell and Queanbeyan locations, plus live
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Facilitated training program (no formal exam)
English
Certificate of Attendance issued after completion of full 5-day course
PCBUs must:
Allow HSRs to attend training within three months of request
Pay course fees
Provide paid time off for attendance
Deputy HSR training may be negotiated separately.
Participants must:
Be formally elected as an HSR or Deputy HSR
Be part of a designated work group
Have basic English literacy skills
Have access to internet and device for webinar delivery
pon completion of the 5-Day WorkSafe ACT Approved Initial HSR Training, participants receive a Certificate of Attendance.
This training enables elected HSRs to lawfully exercise their powers under the WHS Act.
HSRs hold office for three years and must complete refresher training annually to maintain current knowledge and compliance.
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FAQ
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Workgroups have the right to elect an HSR. Once elected, the PCBU must provide access to approved training.
The WorkSafe ACT Approved initial course is delivered over 5 days (35 hours total).
Refresher training must be completed annually.
No. HSR training issues a Certificate of Attendance as required under WHS legislation.
The PCBU is required to cover the cost of initial training and provide paid time off.
