Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety
Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety
BSB60615
AVR0
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This qualification is suitable for people who apply advanced practical knowledge to coordinate, facilitate and maintain the Work Health and Safety (WHS) program in one or more fields of work in an organisation, such as a WHS practitioner or HR practitioner. They may work under the guidance of an occupational health and safety professional.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eight (8)- five (5) core units plus
- three (3) elective units, of which:
- one (1) elective unit must be from the listed electives
- up to two (2) electives may selected from the listed electives, or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Advanced Diploma level
- if not listed, one (1) elective unit may be selected from a Diploma of any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK50 | BSBWHS601 | Apply legislative frameworks for WHS | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUM15 | BSBWHS605 | Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUH03 | BSBWHS604 | Evaluate the WHS performance of organisations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH45 | BSBWHS602 | Facilitate WHS activities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK73 | BSBWHS603 | Implement WHS risk management | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUH30 | BSBWHS609 | Advise on the application of safe design principles to control WHS risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ50 | BSBWHS607 | Apply ergonomics to manage WHS risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ38 | BSBWHS608 | Assist with applying occupational hygiene to manage WHS risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ71 | BSBWHS606 | Conduct a WHS audit | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUL97 | BSBMGT616 | Develop and implement strategic plans | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUI47 | BSBINN601 | Lead and manage organisational change | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUH42 | BSBMGT608 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUI91 | BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J348 | BSB60612 | Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEQ8 | BSB60619 | Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
All core units from BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety or equivalent competencies. Equivalent competencies are predecessors to the following units which have been mapped as equivalent:
BSBWHS502 Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes
BSBWHS503 Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk
BSBWHS504 Manage WHS risks
BSBWHS505 Investigate WHS incidents
BSBWHS506 Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
Traineeships and Apprenticeships