This WHS Training Course is an online module covering the legal duties and practical steps for maintaining a safe environment under the OHS Act (2004) and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (2011). It is designed for all employees, contractors, and volunteers in the Australian and New Zealand workplaces, making it ideal for new starter induction and ongoing refresher training.
Legally Endorsed
Work Health and Safety (WHS) Training Course
This 15-minute online work health and safety (WHS) training course will help your supervisors and managers to promote and maintain a work environment that is without risk to the health or safety of others and includes guidelines for identifying and responding to workplace health and safety concerns.
Work Health and Safety Training Course
Australia and New Zealand
“It is everyone’s responsibility to do the right thing when it comes to workplace health and safety (WHS). Not just because we have to by law, but because everybody has the right to be safe at work.”
Did you know these facts about work health & safety (WHS)?
- Penalties for work health and safety (WHS) contraventions include fines of up to $3 million and up to 5 years in prison.
- Work-related injuries and illnesses cost the Australian economy more than $60 billion each year.
- Breaches of work health and safety (WHS) can occur in any workplace.
WHS Training Course Overview
This online WHS training course covers the Workplace Health and Safety Act 2004 (OHS Act) and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (2011). Discover the importance of workplace safety with our in-depth WHS course for managers and employees. This course explains why work health and safety (WHS) is essential for Australian workplaces, what it entails, and how everyone contributes to a healthy and safe work environment. It also addresses how to manage WHS hazards, risks, and incidents in the workplace, as well as navigate the complex issues of health and safety. Ultimately, it encourages everyone to play a role in maintaining a healthy and safe workplace. This work health and safety (WHS) training course can be completed as a stand-alone online course or in conjunction with the full Sentrient online workplace health and safety training program, which includes other related topics such as workplace bullying, sexual harassment and equal employment opportunity (EEO).
Our work health and safety (WHS) training course is legally compliant and kept up to date with legislation for all states and territories in Australia and New Zealand. It was written by Mills Oakley Law Firm for Australia and Simpson Grierson Law Firm for New Zealand.
WHS Training Course Target audience
This online work health and safety (WHS) training course is suitable for all of your employees, contractors and volunteers engaged in the Australian workplace. This WHS training course can be provided to your new starters at induction and as a refresher WHS training on an ongoing basis.
Work Health and Safety Course Topics covered
The following topics are covered in this online work health and safety training course:
- What is work health and safety (WHS)?
- The law and duties around Work Health and Safety.
- Impacts of workplace accidents.
- What steps will my employer take to ensure my work health and safety (WHS) and that of others?
- What do I need to do to ensure my work health and safety (WHS) and that of others?
- How do I report and manage work WHS hazards, WHS risks and WHS incidents?
- Everybody has the right to be safe at work and how to bring awareness.
Course Duration
This online work health and safety (WHS) course will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.
Learner experience
This online work health and safety training course is simple to navigate, easy to understand and will accommodate all learning styles. During the WHS training, learners will undertake case studies and learning activities to reinforce the importance of work health and safety (WHS) in the workplace. At the end of the WHS course, there is a learning check. There is also a declaration that each individual will contribute to a healthy and safe workplace.
Learning Outcomes
The following learning outcomes will be achieved for your workers on completion of this online work health and safety (WHS) training course:
- Accurately explain the relevant provisions of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Acts, regulations and codes of practice.
- Understand what work health and safety (WHS) is.
- Be aware of the impacts of workplace accidents.
- Understand your employer’s steps to ensure a healthy and safe workplace.
- Understand what you need to do to ensure a healthy and safe workplace.
- Know how to deal with WHS hazards, risks, and incidents in the workplace.
- Understand your responsibility to contribute to a healthy and safe work environment.
Business Outcomes
Once all staff members have completed the online WHS training course, the following business outcomes will be achieved for your organisation:
- Reduce the likelihood of workplace injuries and illness.
- Mitigate the risk of legal liability associated with workplace injuries and illnesses.
- Lower the cost of worker’s compensation premiums by implementing training programmes.
- Avoid disputes associated with your staff and contractors for not understanding what you are doing to ensure a healthy and safe workplace.
- Protect your reputation from the damage caused by workplace accidents.
- Present a vision for all workers to do the right thing for a healthy and safe workplace.
- Increase engagement by supporting a workplace culture that promotes a healthy and safe work environment.
- Gain a competitive advantage by becoming an employer of choice by providing a safe and inclusive workplace.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the online WHS Training Course take to complete?
The online WHS Training Course has a quick completion time, taking approximately 15 minutes for learners to finish. This brief duration ensures minimal disruption to the workday while still providing comprehensive coverage of essential work health and safety duties and legal obligations.
Why is this WHS course considered legally compliant for all states in Australia and New Zealand?
This course is legally compliant because it was written and validated by leading law firms: Mills Oakley Law Firm for all Australian states and territories, and Simpson Grierson Law Firm for New Zealand. We ensure the content is continually updated to align with the latest relevant legislation in both countries.
How do I know if the WHS training content is relevant to my specific state or territory?
The course content is written to cover the legislation for all states and territories in Australia and New Zealand, making it broadly applicable and legally sound regardless of your location. It focuses on the core duties, rights, and responsibilities that are consistent across the region's work health and safety frameworks.
What are the financial and legal penalties for WHS breaches in Australia?
Penalties for WHS contraventions can be severe, including fines of up to $3 million and imprisonment for up to 5 years. Completing this training significantly helps mitigate your organisation's legal liability and reduces the risk of costly work-related injuries and illnesses, which cost the Australian economy over $60 billion annually.
Does this online WHS course accommodate different employee learning styles?
Yes, the online course is designed to be easily navigated and will accommodate all learning styles through its use of clear, simple language and interactive elements. Learners engage with practical case studies and learning activities to reinforce the importance of WHS in a relatable workplace context.
