Course Information
The BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is a nationally recognised qualification suitable for individuals working in, or aspiring to work in, Work Health and Safety (WHS) roles.
What You'll Learn in the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
- Implement and support the WHS management system
- Prepare and advise workplace personnel for dealing with WHS issues
- Understand WHS legislative requirements and assist with monitoring workplace compliance
- Implement WHS initiatives and processes that support organisational WHS goals
- Apply knowledge of risk assessment to contribute to the selection of risk assessment techniques, tools and processes for common hazards
- Contribute to setting up and running of WHS consultation and participation processes
- Workplace incident management
- Return to work planning for injured workers
- Advanced first aid
Units of Competency
(10 Units - 5 Core & 5 Electives)
Core
- 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
Electives
- BSBWHS417 Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work
- BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes
- BSBWRT411 Write complex documents
- BSBSTR402 Implement continuous improvement
- HLTAID014 Provide advanced first aid
Course Details & Requirements
Award issued:
Upon successful completion of both the theoretical and practical assessments for this nationally recognised training, students will be awarded the qualification:
- BSB41419 - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Course Delivery:
You can start this course at anytime
This course utilises a Mixed Mode format and requires the following:
- Online Learning Modules: these can take up to 12 months to complete, depending on your individual study commitment.
- Face-to-Face Practical Assessment: One mandatory full-day face-to-face practical assessment session.
- Practical Assessment Sessions are typically held on Saturdays from 8am to 5pm.
- Practical Assessment Sessions are held in Melbourne and Newcastle.
- Course Enrolment Window: 1 year. You have a maximum of 1 year to complete both online and practical components.
- Assessments: Submitted through our online learning portal.
- Learning Materials: Provided via our online learning portal.
- Equipment: Provided for all practical assessments.
- Student Handbook: Read the 1SDO Training Student Handbook.
- Special Requirements:
- Perform CPR on adult and infant mannequins for at least 2 minutes each (physical activity).
- Ability to kneel on the floor for extended periods is required. If unable to do so, you may not be able to complete the course.
- Note this is a physical activity.
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes, suitable for the activities.
Booking Practical Assessments
You can book your practical assessment session after completing the corresponding online modules:
- Practical Session: After completing the online modules for the following units:
- HLTAID014 Provide advanced first aid
- BSBWHS416 Contribute to workplace incident response
Prerequisite Units:
- You will be required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment as part of your enrolment process
- There are no additional prerequisite units
Learner Requirements
To complete this course, you will need:
- A computer or laptop with internet access.
- A web browser (like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge).
- A valid personal email address (shared addresses are not allowed). If you don't have one, consider creating a free Gmail account here.
- Access to:
- A digital camera or phone with camera facilities
- A webcam or phone with video/audio facilities
All Registered Training Organisations are required, as a mandatory part of your enrolment process, to assess your language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy (LLND) skills.
We administer these tests online to verify if you have the necessary skills to complete this course. If you successfully complete these tests, you will be automatically allowed to complete your enrolment and pay for your course.
If your LLND level does not meet the requirements for the course, we will contact you to discuss the steps forward depending on the level assessed. This may include additional pre-learning material or a referral to a specialist LLND service.
This course has been assessed as requiring the following LLND skill levels, which are defined by the frameworks linked below:
| Skill Area | Required Level |
|---|---|
| Learning | Level 4 |
| Reading | Level 4 |
| Writing | Level 4 |
| Oral Communication | Level 4 |
| Numeracy | Level 3 |
| Digital | Level 2 |
For more information on how these levels are defined, please see the official documents:
As this is an online course, if you are not sure about your digital skill level you can use the quick, free Digital Literacy Self-Assessment before you make your decision to enrol.
Why Choose 1SDO Training?
At 1SDO, we are dedicated to providing high-quality training and assessment. We offer a blended learning approach that combines the convenience and flexibility of online learning with the benefits of face-to-face reinforcement and practical experience. This allows you to learn at your own pace while still receiving valuable hands-on training and expert guidance from our experienced trainers.
We take pride in delivering ASQA-accredited training courses in a friendly and accessible learning environment. We understand that every learner is unique, and we are committed to providing personalised support to help you achieve your learning goals and meet the required standards in your chosen course.
Our trainers are fully qualified, approachable, and possess a diverse range of industry experience. They are passionate about adult education and strive to help you feel confident in applying the skills you learn to real-world situations.
Course Cost
The cost of this WHS course is $1150.00.
- 1st payment on enrolment: $500 (non-refundable)
- 2nd payment before end of week 8: $325
- Final payment before end of week 16: $325
All payments must be made before your certificate will be issued.