Accredited QualificationNationally Recognised

BSB41419

Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety

A full nationally recognised qualification for people working in a WHS role — build the technical knowledge and practical skills to manage risk, apply WHS law and strengthen safety across your workplace.

Up to 12 monthsTypical duration

10 units5 core + 5 elective

Online / BlendedDelivery mode

Full CertificateOn completion

Course overview

This qualification applies to individuals working in a work health and safety (WHS) role who provide a broad range of technical knowledge and skills, and have some limited responsibility for the output of others.

It suits those working as supervisors, WHS personnel and workers in other WHS-related roles who need to manage risks effectively, apply relevant WHS laws, and contribute to work health and safety within the workplace — in known or changing contexts and within established parameters. It’s the ideal step for building a formal safety career or moving into a dedicated WHS advisor or coordinator position.

What you'll be able to do

Assist your workplace to comply with WHS laws and duties
Contribute to WHS risk management and hazard control
Support consultation, participation and WHS management systems
Respond to and help manage workplace incidents

Core units

To be awarded this qualification you complete 10 units — the 5 core units below, plus 5 elective units.

BSBWHS412

Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws

BSBWHS413

Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes

BSBWHS414

Contribute to WHS risk management

BSBWHS415

Contribute to implementing WHS management systems

BSBWHS416

Contribute to workplace incident response

Elective units

Packaging: 5 elective units are required — 3 must be from Group A, with the remaining 2 chosen from Group A, Group B, or another endorsed qualification at the same AQF level (one may come from a Certificate III or Diploma). Our trainers help you choose electives relevant to your role.

Group A electives

BSBINS401 Analyse and present research information

BSBWHS417 Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work

BSBWHS418 Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors

BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes

BSBWHS431 Develop processes for controlling hazardous chemicals

BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

Group B electives (selection)

BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace

BSBCMM411 Make presentations

BSBSTR402 Implement continuous improvement

BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

PUAWHS003 Implement and monitor organisational WHS policies

TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction

Who this course is for

Supervisors, team leaders, WHS representatives, health & safety personnel and workers in WHS-related roles who want a nationally recognised qualification to support and formalise their safety responsibilities.

Entry requirements & recognition

Entry requirements

Nil. There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

Licensing

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Recognition of prior learning

RPL and credit transfer are available — bring your experience or completed units and we'll map them to your enrolment.

Outcome

On completion you'll be awarded the full nationally recognised BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.

Course information aligned with the national training register (training.gov.au). BSB Business Services Training Package. Elective lists are a selection; full packaging rules apply.

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