The aim of this WorkSafe approved course is to help HSRs to understand their powers effectively. This training equips HSRs with the confidence, skills and knowledge to represent their co-workers (i.e., DWG) and to help make their workplace safer. Although HSRs are the primary audience, managers, supervisors, health and safety committee members and anyone with an interest in health and safety may also benefit from attending this course.

Under section 67 (3) (c) of the OHS Act 2004, all elected HSRs and Deputy HSRs are entitled to undertake WorkSafe Victoria approved OHS training for HSRs and choose their training course in consultation with their employer. Mentor Human Resources Pty Ltd is approved to deliver the HSR Initial OHS Training Course.

Under section 67 of the Victorian OHS Act 2004 an employer, if requested, must allow an elected HSR and elected Deputy HSR to attend a WorkSafe approved HSR Initial Course on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Section 67 also allows HSRs to choose the approved training course they attend in consultation with their employer.

Course Aims and Objectives
To exercise powers and rights as an HSR effectively, it is essential that HSRs (and Deputy HSRs) receive training