Overview
The AOSH Level 3 Award in Health & Safety at Work Place provides comprehensive knowledge and understanding of health and safety management principles for supervisors, managers, and safety professionals. This advanced qualification enables participants to develop, implement, and manage effective health and safety systems in the workplace.
Developed in alignment with Highwave Training methodologies, this course covers advanced health and safety concepts, risk management, legal compliance, and safety leadership. It serves as an excellent progression from Level 2 and foundation for professional safety management roles.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand advanced health and safety management principles and frameworks
- Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety management systems
- Conduct detailed risk assessments and implement effective control measures
- Understand legal requirements and ensure organizational compliance
- Lead safety improvement initiatives and organizational change
- Manage health and safety performance and measure effectiveness
- Investigate incidents and develop corrective action plans
- Design and deliver effective health and safety training programs
Target Audience
Supervisors, managers, team leaders, safety officers, HSE professionals, and anyone responsible for managing health and safety in the workplace. Ideal for those progressing from Level 2 or seeking professional development in safety management.
Entry Requirements
- AOSH Level 2 Award in Health & Safety at Work Place or equivalent experience
- Supervisory or management experience in a workplace setting
- Basic understanding of health and safety principles
- English language proficiency suitable for management-level training
Course Details
Module 1: Health & Safety Management Systems
- Introduction to health and safety management systems
- Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle and continuous improvement
- Health and safety policy development and implementation
- Organizational roles, responsibilities, and accountability
- Performance measurement and key performance indicators
Module 2: Advanced Risk Assessment and Control
- Advanced risk assessment methodologies and techniques
- Hierarchy of controls and selection of control measures
- Quantitative and qualitative risk assessment
- Risk register development and management
- Review and update of risk assessments
Module 3: Legal Framework and Compliance
- Health and safety legislation and regulatory framework
- Employer and employee duties and responsibilities
- Enforcement and penalties for non-compliance
- Legal compliance auditing and gap analysis
- International standards and best practices
Module 4: Incident Investigation and Management
- Incident investigation methodologies and techniques
- Root cause analysis and contributing factors
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Corrective action development and implementation
- Lessons learned and knowledge sharing
Module 5: Safety Leadership and Culture
- Safety leadership principles and behaviors
- Building a positive safety culture
- Communication and engagement strategies
- Change management in health and safety
- Motivation and behavioral safety programs
Module 6: Training and Competence
- Training needs analysis and identification
- Training program design and delivery
- Competence assessment and verification
- Training effectiveness evaluation
- Record keeping and documentation
Duration: 3 days (18-24 hours)
Assessment: Written examination and practical assessment
Pass Mark: 75%
- AOSH Level 3 Award in Health & Safety at Work Place certificate
- Valid for 3 years
- Internationally recognized qualification
- Foundation for professional safety management roles