Health & Safety Representative – Commonwealth (Comcare)

This course is designed for elected Health & Safety Representatives. It is designed for HSRs in Comcare Licensee companies, Commonwealth departments and agencies.
Duration: 5 days face-to-face
Dates: See below
Location: North Lake
Price: $891 Member / $990 Non-Member

The Comcare-approved Health and Safety Representative (HSR) course is a five-day introductory training program designed for elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and Deputy HSRs working in Comcare-regulated environments, including Commonwealth agencies and licensed companies.

This course provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to effectively represent their work group, identify and manage workplace risks, and contribute to safer, healthier work environments.

In accordance with Section 72 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, employers are required to provide elected HSRs with the opportunity to attend an approved training course of their choice, in consultation with their employer. The Comcare-approved HSR course delivered by WHS Foundation meets all regulatory requirements and enables HSRs to carry out their responsibilities with confidence and competence.

WHS Foundation is approved by Comcare to deliver both the initial HSR course and HSR refresher training under Commonwealth work health and safety legislation.

Enquire
Name Date Time Location
Health and Safety Representatives - Comcare 18 May - 22 May 2026 08:30 am - 04:30 pm North Lake
Book Now
Health and Safety Representatives - Comcare 10 August - 14 August 2026 08:30 am - 04:30 pm North Lake
Book Now
Health and Safety Representatives - Comcare 2 November - 6 November 2026 08:30 am - 04:30 pm North Lake
Book Now

Through reflective learning, peer support, and practical application, participants will:

  • Interpret the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and understand its relationship to the role of the HSR within the Commonwealth jurisdiction
  • Identify key parties, their legislative obligations, and duties under the WHS Act
  • Establish and maintain representation in the workplace throughout consultative processes
  • Participate in consultation and issue resolution on behalf of the work group
  • Represent members in risk management processes undertaken by the Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU)
  • Apply communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to effectively resolve WHS matters
  • Issue Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs) and direct the cessation of unsafe work in accordance with legislative powers

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance approved by Comcare.

Student TypePrice
Member$891
Non-Member$990