Work Health and Safety (WHS) qualified personnel are needed in almost every business, and this qualification gives you the skills to assist and manage WHS in your workplace, whilst future-proofing your career.

The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety designed by industry professionals will give you a broad range of practical knowledge and skills, allowing you to provide accurate, valid and timely WHS advice and assist with improving workplace safety.

A WHS Officer is mainly responsible for preventing accidents, injuries and work-related illnesses in the workplace. They are responsible for creating and implementing health and safety policies and procedures in accordance with the latest legislation and to ensure that these policies are implemented within the workplace. WHS Officers are also commonly tasked with assisting injured staff through the compensation and rehabilitation process if they are injured during the course of their work.

Employers are looking for WHS Officers who are tactful and diplomatic, able to work independently or as part of a team, who have effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as someone who can exercise great discretion and respect for confidentiality and privacy. They also look for personnel who are computer literate, have strong analytical skills and excellent listening and research skills. Most importantly, employers are looking for employees who have integrity and are honest.

Employers commonly look for a minimum formal training requirement such as a Certificate IV in WHS.
If you want to pursue a career in work health and safety, come check out our Work Health and Safety certificate course. This course is Australian nationally recognised that can help equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to work effectively in the work health and safety sector.