| TOPICS |
LEARNING OUTCOMES |
TIME |
| Topic 1: OHS Legislation in the Workplace |
 |  | Define what is meant by the terms 'health', 'safety' and 'welfare' |  |
Identify the key elements of OHS legislation |  |
Explain the health and safety responsibilities of the employer, supervisor/ manager and those supplying plant and substances to the workplace |  |
Explain the responsibilities of employees |  |
Explain the role of WorkCover |  |
|
60 mins |
| Topic 2: Communication and Consultation in OHS |
 |  | Explain the importance of effective OHS communication systems in the workplace |  |
Explain OHS consultative processes |  |
Discuss the role of the OHS committee/OHS representative as a mechanism for consultation |  |
|
45 mins |
| Topic 3: Implementing OHS Risk Management |
 |  | 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 |  |
Outline the elements of a safe system of work |  |
|
50 mins |
| Topic 4: Emergencies and First Aid in the Workplace |
 |  | Explain the need for workplace emergency planning |  |
Identify the elements of an emergency response plan |  |
Identify the elements of a site evacuation procedure |  |
Outline emergency procedures for fire and hazardous substances |  |
Outline the legal and workplace requirements for first aid |  |
|
45 mins |
| Topic 5: Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation |
 |  | Identify the aims of workplace injury management and workers compensation legislation |  |
Describe an injured worker's obligations and benefits |  |
Identify the elements of workplace injury management, including rehabilitation |  |
|
40 mins |