Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Government (Occupational Health & Safety)
Certificate IV in Government (Occupational Health & Safety)
PSP41112
J289
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/11/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required of occupational health and safety practitioners in the public sector. Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of Electives is possible in the qualification packaging rules, Electives may also be drawn from other Training Packages to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this qualification:- seven (7) core units
- eight (8) elective units:
- choose five (5) elective units from the Group A elective list.
- choose three (3) elective units from the Group B elective list, or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package, or from an Accredited Course.
Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
All elective units must be selected from Certificate III qualification level and above.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8032 | PSPGOV422A | Apply government processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8012 | PSPGOV402B | Deliver and monitor service to clients | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8061 | PSPLEGN401A | Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8241 | PSPPOL404A | Support policy implementation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7986 | PSPETHC401A | Uphold and support the values and principles of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8022 | PSPGOV412A | Use advanced workplace communication strategies | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8018 | PSPGOV408A | Value diversity | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A OHS Elective Units
Five (5) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8345 | PSPSOHS401A | Contribute to the implementation of a systematic approach to managing OHS | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8349 | PSPSOHS405A | Contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8348 | PSPSOHS404A | Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8346 | PSPSOHS402A | Contribute to the implementation of the OHS consultation process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8347 | PSPSOHS403A | Identify hazards and assess OHS risks | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8350 | PSPSOHS406A | Use equipment to conduct workplace monitoring | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B General Elective Units.
Three (3) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8231 | PSPPM404A | Carry out simple project activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8230 | PSPPM403B | Close simple projects | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8238 | PSPPOL401A | Contribute to policy development | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C8228 | PSPPM401B | Design simple projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8229 | PSPPM402B | Manage simple projects | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C899 | PSP41104 | Certificate IV in Government (Occupational Health Safety) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from the National Register Training.gov.au
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS on 20/6/2013.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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