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These WorkSafe approved HSR Refresher courses are an opportunity for HSRs to revisit aspects of the HSR Initial OHS Training Course and refresh their knowledge and understanding of how to exercise their powers and represent members of their designated work group effectively when raising concerns about work-related stress, or work-related violence or plant.

Who is the course for?

Under section 67 of the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, all elected HRSs and deputy HSRs, after completing an initial course of training, have an entitlement (for each year they hold office) to attend a refresher training course at least once in each year they hold office as health and safety representative. Health and safety reps may, in consultation with their employer, choose the course they wish to attend. Employers must be given at least 14 days’ notice of your intention to attend the course.

The courses are approved by WorkSafe Victoria under Section 67 of the OHS Act and Big B Personal and Workplace Solutions is approved to deliver the courses.

Although developed specifically for health and safety representatives, we also welcome and encourage the attendance of members of Health and Safety Committees, Management, Supervisors or any individual with an interest in health and safety who would also benefit from attending this course.

HSR Refresher Course Aims

These WorkSafe approved HSR Refresher courses are an opportunity for HSRs to revisit aspects of the HSR Initial OHS Training Course and refresh their knowledge and understanding of how to exercise their powers and represent members of their designated work group effectively when raising concerns about work-related stress, work-related violence or plant. Aspects of the HSR Initial OHS Training Course revisited include:

  • Interpreting the OHS legislation framework and its relationship to HSRs
  • Identifying key parties and their legislative obligations and duties
  • Establishing representation in the workplace
  • Participating in consultation and issue resolution
  • Representing DWG members in any OHS risk management process undertaken by the appropriate duty holder/s
  • Issuing a Provisional Improvement Notice and directing the cessation of work

HSR Refresher OHS Training Course Dates

Registration is essential. Please choose the course date and location you wish to attend and complete the course registration form to reserve your place. Registrations are not confirmed until full payment for your course has been received by Big B Personal and Workplace Solutions. Once full payment has been received you will receive a course attendance confirmation email and tax invoice.

Registrations are always on a first-in basis and places are limited to 20 participants per course. The duration of the course is one day. Course hours are 0900 – 1700, a total of 7 hours of face-to-face class time excluding breaks.

Theme of the Course

Refresher courses are focused on either Work Related Stress, Work Related Violence or Plant.

Course Registration

* Discounts available for early enrolment. Terms & Conditions apply.

Date Location Delivery Method
& Duration
Course Fee
21/02/2025AvailableBallarat (Plant)1 Day
In Person
$380 *Register Now
06/03/2025AvailableBallarat (Work-related Violence)1 Day
In Person
$380 *Register Now
28/03/2025AvailableBallarat (Work-related Stress)1 Day
In Person
$380 *Register Now
29/04/2025AvailableHorsham (Plant)1 Day
In Person
$380 *Register Now
15/08/2025AvailableBallarat (Work-related Violence)1 Day
In Person
$380 *Register Now
05/09/2025AvailableBallarat (Work-related Stress)1 Day
In Person
$380 *Register Now
24/10/2025AvailableBallarat (Plant)1 Day
In Person
$380 *Register Now

Course Documents

Complete Your Course Registration Here:

Click on the link above to download and compete your course registration form, email the completed form to admin@bigbsolutions.com.au

When you booking is received, the OHS Training Administrator will contact you to confirm payment of the course fee to secure your place. You must give your employer a minimum of 14 days’ notice of your intention to attend your chosen training course.

Course Cost $360 until 31 December 2024  $380 from 1st January 2025

For 2025 Bookings, register with payment at least 28 days prior to course commencing and pay only $360

Contact

To make any enquiry about Occupational Health and Safety Training contact the OHS Training Administrator by telephone on 03 5303 0678; mobile 0400 939 800 or email to admin@bigbsolutions.com.au

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