Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Qualification Description
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.
The qualification applies to those working as supervisors, WHS personnel, and workers in other WHS-related roles who manage risks effectively, apply relevant WHS laws, and contribute to WHS within the workplace in known or changing contexts with established parameters.
Our Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is contextualised to the Resources and Infrastructure industry. Drawing on our trainers extensive experience in these sectors, participants develop the skills and knowledge required to apply best-practice WHS principles within the resources environment.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
For full Qualification details visit: https://training.gov.au/training/details/BSB41419/qualdetails
Qualification Schedule
Blended Delivery
NNZMC Pty Ltd T/a Industry Skills Solutions RTO 45974 offers this qualification through a blended delivery pathway. This includes the use of our enhanced online learning platform, face to face training and assessment at our site and in-workplace. This delivery method is ideal for new entrants to the work place health and safety industry.
The expected completion timeline for this Qualification is 24 months.
Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)
NNZMC Pty Ltd T/a Industry Skills Solutions RTO 45974 offers this qualification through a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathway.
The RPL process recognises your existing experience gained through life or work for which you may not have obtained a formal qualification.
We will work with you to identify your existing skills and assess if you can then achieve a full or partial qualification. This also helps to avoid unnecessary duplication of training, saving you time and money.
Under an RPL pathway you will be required to gather and submit valid, current (preferably under 12 months old, however assessment of currency remains the discretion of the Assessor), authentic and sufficient evidence to demonstrate your existing drilling knowledge and skills to meet the qualification requirements.
RPL Entry Requirements
Participants should already be employed as a Driller, Leading Hand or Supervisor, with a minimum of 36 months experience in the role or have prior drilling experience and have access to a drill site/sufficient evidence where competencies can be demonstrated and/or verified.
The expected completion timeline for this Qualification is 12 months.
Fees
The total course fees for this Qualification is $3500.00 GST Free, This is comprised of an enrolment fee of $1500.00 GST Free and a completion fee of $2000.00 GST Free.
Career Opportunities
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible career opportunities related to this qualification include:
- WHS Advisor
- WHS Manager
- WHS Officer
Entry Requirements
An individual undertaking this course on behalf of NNZMC PTY LTD T/a Industry Skills Solutions will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
- Participants must be 18 years and over
- ID is required
- A Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number (or exemption). This is required prior to enrolments being processed. To obtain a USI number, please go to www.usi.gov.au to register.
- Online study/evidence submission: Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online studies/evidence submission.
- Participants must have the physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical skills demonstration (if required)
- Participants must wear enclosed shoes/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing (if required)
- Language, literacy and numeracy requirements - students must be able to read and correctly interpret required documentation relevant to WHS operations, speak clearly and unambiguously in English, explain, describe and verify sometimes complex needs and issues and understand the risk assessment requirements. Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms and producing any required reports. Numeracy is required to the level of being able to correctly calculate time and distance.
Units of Competency
Total number of units = 10 - 5 core units plus 5 elective units, of which:
- 3 units must be from Group A below
- the remaining 2 units may be selected as follows:
- both may be selected from Group A, Group B or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course at the same Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
- 1 may be selected from a Certificate III or Diploma, from any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
- 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 OF COMPETENCY
To be decided upon on enrolment, with a formal training plan issued.
Further Training Pathways
After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:
- BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety or;
- Other relevant Diploma qualifications
Assessment
Individuals undertaking this Qualification with NNZMC PTY LTD T/a Industry Skills Solutions may be expected to complete a submission of evidence/student portfolio, verbal, written and practical assessment tasks.
For full assessment, requirements go to: https://training.gov.au/
Support Provided
HMC Group Solutions & NNZMC Pty Ltd T/a Industry Skills Solutions RTO 45974 provides ongoing support to students throughout the duration of their studies via email, phone and face-to-face.
National Recognition
NNZMC Pty Ltd T/a Industry Skills Solutions RTO 45974 recognises qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations and under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Learners Rights & Responsibilities
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with NNZMC PTY LTD T/a Industry Skills Solutions RTO # 45974.
Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website https://www.industryskillssolutions.com.au/training for all details relating to rights and responsibilities, including complaints and appeals.





