Designed to build essential skills and knowledge, this course covers the development, implementation, and evaluation of an organisation’s work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures, and programs in a specific work area. It adopts a systems perspective and emphasises adherence to applicable legal requirements to ensure a safe workplace. The unit is applicable to individuals working in various contexts who have, or are likely to have, responsibilities related to WHS as part of their broader management duties.
This course is specifically designed for managers in the mining industry who are required to ensure a safe workplace for a work area as apart of their role. This course will also benefit individuals aspiring to move into leadership or statutory positions. Participants should have experience with managing risk and workgroups, and have access to their mine’s Safety and Health Management System, ensuring that the learning outcomes are directly relevant to real-world workplace conditions.
Completing this course will provide a wide array of benefits, including:
Enrolling in this course can open up a range of management and compliance-focused career opportunities within the mining industry. By developing expertise in proactive WHS and risk management, participants are equipped to take on management roles with the empowerment to champion safer work environments, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to the sustainable success of your organisation’s operations. This course applies to those working in a range of contexts who have, or are likely to have, responsibility for WHS as part of their broader management role. It is relevant for people with obligations under WHS laws, for example persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) or officers, as defined by WHS laws.
Below is a concise summary of the key learning outcomes for BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace for a work area. By mastering these fundamental areas, participants will gain the skills and insights needed to establish a proactive WHS management system that safeguards workers, complies with legislative requirements, and promotes organisational sustainability.
Mine Training Solutions has implemented a robust and integrated system for managing student services, learning and assessment delivery. The use of aXcelerate learning management system (LMS) has streamlined and optimised our educational operations. Below is an overview of assessment methods utilised:
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for:
BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace for a work area.
This credential recognises that you have met the required competencies outlined by the nationally endorsed training package. By earning this unit of competency, you demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively establish and maintain risk management systems in the mining industry.
Credit Transfer refers to the formal recognition of units of competency or qualifications that you have previously achieved through any Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia. If you have already completed a unit identical or equivalent you may be eligible to apply for a credit transfer. To do so, you’ll need to provide:
Valid Evidence – A statement of attainment or official transcript showing the unit code and title.
Proof of Equivalency – The unit must match or be recognised as equivalent to the one in the course, as determined by current training package rules.
If approved, you will not need to repeat training or assessment for that particular unit, potentially reducing your overall study load and completion timeframe. If you have any questions regarding the credit transfer process, our team will be happy to provide guidance and support.
Mine Training Solutions offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment pathways for all of our nationally recognised units of competency and qualifications. If you already have the skills, knowledge and workplace experience required for a unit of competency, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.
Our RPL assessments are designed around the requirements of each nationally recognised unit of competency, ensuring your existing skills and knowledge are assessed fairly, consistently, and against the relevant industry and training package requirements.
What’s included in an RPL Kit?
Each RPL Kit has been developed specifically for the unit of competency and includes:
Assessment Outcome
Your completed RPL submission is reviewed by a qualified and appointed Mine Training Solutions Assessor. Where additional clarification or evidence is required, you may be asked to participate in a Competency Conversation or provide further supporting documentation before an assessment decision is made.
Recognition of Prior Learning is not an automatic recognition of previous employment, years of experience or prior job roles. It is a formal assessment process that determines whether you can demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to meet the requirements of the nationally recognised unit of competency.
Not sure if RPL is right for you?
Contact Mine Training Solutions to discuss your qualifications, training and workplace experience. We’ll help you determine whether Recognition of Prior Learning is the most appropriate assessment pathway or whether another training option would better suit your needs.
At Mine Training Solutions, workplace-based learning is designed to integrate seamlessly with your daily operations, ensuring that training enhances rather than disrupts your workflow. Our workplace base approach allows participants to apply, implement and maintain the company-specific safety and health management system in real-time, fostering immediate practical understanding and reinforcing learning through actual job tasks.
Training schedules can accommodate shift work and different team schedules, allowing all relevant personnel to participate without impacting productivity. The workplace activities that candidates engage in directly contribute to the application and implementation of the company’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS). This approach provides positive outcomes not only for the candidates, enhancing their skills and knowledge, but also for the business, fostering a safer work environment and improving overall operational efficiency.
Learning in the workplace promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing among team members, strengthening your organisation’s safety culture and operational resilience. By choosing workplace-based training with Mine Training Solutions, you ensure that your team gains relevant, actionable skills that directly contribute to a safer and more efficient mining operation.
The Mine Training Solutions workplace activities will require third parties—such as senior and statutory position holders (content experts/mentors)—to verify practical skill demonstrations for specific activities and provide feedback based on their observations of the candidate performing these tasks.
Feedback from third parties is a vital component of our assessment process. These ‘Third Parties’ are experienced individuals competent in the tasks candidates are asked to perform. They provide mentoring, guidance, and constructive feedback. The involvement of third parties promotes effective communication and consultation within the mining industry, which is fundamental for the application, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the mine’s Safety and Health Management System.
In addition:
The integration of third parties into the training and assessment framework at Mine Training Solutions is essential for delivering high-quality vocational training. Their role not only aids in verifying candidate’s skills but also emphasises the importance of communication, safety, and continuous improvement within the mining sector.
This is a self-paced program that can typically be completed over 3-4 days (excluding reading and research time). However, participants have a total enrolment period of 8 weeks to accommodate shift work and other commitments. Extensions are available upon request.
At Mine Training Solutions, we specialise in two core delivery methods to accommodate the busy schedules and diverse needs of the mining industry: workplace-based training and online delivery. Whether you prefer immersive, on-site instruction that applies learning directly to your day-to-day operations or a flexible online approach, we ensure our courses are accessible, practical, and relevant to your team’s real-world challenges.
Minimise downtime and maximise relevance by training where you work. We deliver comprehensive training and assessment directly on-site, allowing your team to gain qualifications on their own equipment in the real-world environment they operate in daily.
| Title | Fee |
| Corporate Client1 | 975.00 |
| Student1 | 975.00 |
We offer flexible payment options to accommodate your needs, including:
Purchase Order: Ideal for corporate clients and bulk enrolments, allowing your organisation to manage payments through internal processes.
Credit Card: Convenient and secure payments can be made using major credit cards for individual registrations.
Direct Transfer: Suitable for those who prefer bank transfers, ensuring a straightforward and efficient payment method.
Payment Plans: Available for students enrolling in courses over $1,500 AUD, allowing you to spread the payment into manageable monthly installments. This option makes your investment in professional development more accessible and budget-friendly. To set up a payment plan, please contact Mine Training Solutions.
There are no hidden fees, and any requests for extensions can be discussed with our team.
Applying for this course is quick and straightforward.
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