| Topic |
Learning Aim |
Time |
| Topic 1: OHS Legislation in NSW |
 |  | Define occupational health, safety and welfare | |
Identify the legislation that governs OHS in NSW | |
Identify the key elements of the NSW OHS Act, 2000 | |
Outline the support/compliance role of WorkCover NSW | |
|
120 mins |
| Topic 2: OHS Management Systems (OHSMS) |
| | Explain the employer's 'Duty of Care' responsibility | |
Outline the role and responsibilities of supervisors/managers | |
Describe the OHS Management System (OHSMS) approach and different models | |
Outline the systematic management of OHS | |
|
105 mins |
| Topic 3: Managing Health and Safety in the Workplace |
| | Explain the process for the development and implementation of an OHS policy and programs in the workplace | |
Describe the consultative mechanisms available to supervisors and managers | |
Explain the role of the OHS committee/OHS representative as a mechanism for consultation | |
Explain the importance of providing information, instruction, training and supervision to all employees | |
|
60 mins |
| Topic 4: Implementing OHS Risk Management in the Workplace |
| | Describe the key elements of OHS risk management | |
Explain the process for identifying hazards in the workplace | |
Describe the process of risk assessment | |
Identify steps for controlling and monitoring risks | |
Discuss what is meant by 'safe systems of work' and 'continuous improvement' | |
|
195 mins |
| Topic 5: OHS Performance Review |
| | Describe the process of promoting, maintaining and improving OHS management systems in the workplace | |
Describe the different tools that are available to measure OHS performance | |
Examine the practical application of a sample audit tool | |
|
105 mins |
| Topic 6: Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation |
| | Discuss the aims of Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation legislation in NSW | |
Explain the employer's obligations | |
Describe the worker's obligations and entitlements | |
Identify the key elements of injury management | |
|
75 mins |
| Topic 7: Summary and Conclusion |
| | Discuss key elements of the systems approach to OHS | |
Describe features of an effective OHSMS | |
|
30 mins |
