Health And Safety Representative (HSR) Refresher Training
( 1 Day course)
Quick Links: Overview | Entry Requirements | Course Content | Assessment
Upcoming Workshops
| Name | Date | Time | Location | Spaces | Registration Fee | Register Myself | Group Registration |
| Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Refresher | 22 July 2026 | 08:00 am - 04:00 pm | Intuitive Training Loganholme | 15 | $100.00 | ||
| Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Refresher | 13 August 2026 | 08:00 am - 04:00 pm | Intuitive Training Loganholme | 15 | $100.00 | ||
| Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Refresher | 26 August 2026 | 08:00 am - 04:00 pm | Intuitive Training Loganholme | 15 | $100.00 | ||
| Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Refresher | 18 September 2026 | 08:00 am - 04:00 pm | Intuitive Training Loganholme | 14 | $100.00 |
$350.00
1 day
Course Content
The structure is a summary of the full 5 days but conducted over one full day as follows
Session 1: Work Health and Safety Framework
- Overview of the WHS framework and key terminology, including duty holders and their responsibilities
- The role and functions of WorkSafe Queensland
- Penalties and consequences for non-compliance under the WHS Act
Session 2: Consultation, Representation and Participation
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Consultation obligations as set out in WHS legislation
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Formation of workgroups and the election process for HSRs
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Duties and responsibilities of HSRs and Health and Safety Committees
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How inspectors contribute to and support the consultation process
Session 3: Role of the HSR, Issue Resolution and Support
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The role of HSRs in consultation, supporting workgroups, and participating in a Health and Safety Committee (HSC)
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Conducting investigations into workplace complaints
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Strategies for issue resolution and available support for HSRs
Session 4: Risk Management, Monitoring and Notifiable Incidents
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Fundamental principles and requirements of risk management
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Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of risk controls
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Reporting and managing notifiable incidents
Session 5: Provisional Improvement Notices and ceasing unsafe work
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Purpose and key functions of Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs)
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HSR responsibilities and the process for issuing a PIN
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Managing disputes and strategies for resolution
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Rights and procedures for stopping unsafe work
Entry Requirements/What to Bring:
Participants must provide a USI number on enrolment, provide photographic identification on enrolment.
- Be at least 18 years old
- Bring three Evidence of Identity (EOI) documents on the morning of Day 1. Click here to view acceptable document types.
- Have numeracy, literacy and communication skills at a minimum Year 10 level
- Be able to read and write in English
Provide proof of completing one of the following:
- A WorkSafe Queensland–approved five-day initial HSR training course (as required under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011), completed within 12 months of election, or
- A WorkSafe Queensland–approved one-day HSR refresher course, completed every 12 months and within 28 days of re-election.
Pre-requisites: Health and Safety Representative (HSR) training course.
Delivery Mode: Face to face delivery only.
Duration: 1 day
Assessment
Assessment is a combination of written questions/answers and practical demonstrations.
On Completion: Participants will receive a WorkSafe Queensland Health and Safety Representative Refresher Training Statement of Attendance from Intuitive Training (RTO 31685).
Course Fee
Cost: $350.00 per person
Learning Outcomes
This refresher course covers the following key areas:
- Overview of the WHS legislative framework
- Duties and responsibilities of various parties
- Key WHS terminology
- The role of WHSQ and penalties for non-compliance
- Consultation requirements and mechanisms for WHS matters in the workplace
- Roles, entitlements and protections for HSRs and Health and Safety Committees (HSCs)
- Negotiation and conflict resolution in resolving WHS issues
- Hazard identification and risk minimisation strategies
- Incident notification and investigation procedures
- Issuing Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs) and directing the cessation of unsafe work
Contact Us to Find Out More: If you are looking for or have gained employment that requires additional skills and knowledge then contact the friendly staff at Intuitive Training. Call 1300 800 558 or (07) 2800 6400 or send us a message from our contact page and we can further discuss enrolling you in our electrical courses.
