Unions Tasmania is a well-respected and experienced provider of training for Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs), offering a comprehensive five-day course for new HSRs and one-day refreshers throughout the year.

5 Day HSR Introductory Course for Commonwealth, State Public & Private Employees

This is a WorkSafe Tasmania and Comcare approved training course primarily designed for Health and Safety Representatives, however it is an excellent introduction to WHS for any interested person. The course gives participants the knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of being an HSR or actively participating in the improvement of work health and safety. 

Topics covered include:

• Interpreting the work health and safety legislative framework and the role of the HSR

• Identifying key parties and their legal obligations and duties

• Establishing representation in the workplace

• Participating in consultation and issue resolution

• Representing members in the risk management process

• Issuing provisional improvement notices and directing work to cease

1 Day HSR Refresher Course for Commonwealth, State Public & Private Employees

This is a WorkSafe Tasmania and Comcare approved training course which provides an annual refresher for Health and Safety Representatives who have previously completed the 5 Day HSR Introductory Course.

Upcoming Dates and Registration

STATE HEALTH AND SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE 5 Day Introductory (HSR) TRAINING 2022 (WHS Act 2012)

1 Day Refresher Course (1 day) (Combined Comcare and State)

Comcare HEALTH AND SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE 5 Day Introductory (HSR) TRAINING 2022

The next course is scheduled to run from Monday 26 September to Friday 30 September.  

TO REGISTER please complete and return the registration form HERE.

All training courses have an online option available. Early registration is encouraged for online participants, to allow time for print materials to be posted to you.

For more information please contact us on (03) 6216 7600 or email [email protected].