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Safety and WH&S Courses

UEEC0007

Apply Work Health & Safety Regulations, Codes and Practices in The Workplace

Nationally Recognised Certificate
Fast Certificate Turnaround
Experienced and Certified Instructors
Flexible Learning Options
Industry Validated

Course Description

The unit UEECD0007 – Apply Work Health and Safety Regulations, Codes and Practices in the Workplace – equips individuals with the essential knowledge and skills to understand and implement workplace health and safety (WHS) practices in accordance with regulations and industry standards. This unit is critical for those working in sectors such as construction, electrical, manufacturing, and maintenance, where compliance with WHS laws and safe work practices is a priority.

Throughout the course, participants will learn how to identify workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement effective control measures to ensure a safe work environment. The training covers key WHS regulations, industry codes of practice, and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Participants will also gain an understanding of safe work procedures, emergency response protocols, and how to communicate WHS information to colleagues and supervisors.

This unit is ideal for employees, supervisors, and apprentices in industries where health and safety compliance is crucial to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.

Upon completing UEECD0007, participants will be able to confidently apply WHS regulations and best practices in their workplace, contributing to a safer work environment and ensuring compliance with safety standards and legal requirements. This training is essential for reducing workplace risks and fostering a culture of safety.

Units Delivered

Cost: $300.00

UEECD0007 – Apply Work Health and Safety Regulations, Codes and Practices in the Workplace

Additional Information

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
Physical capability to be able to
- Meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills including removing an electric shock victim from a simulated live electrical situation
- Work at heights
- Demonstrate safe manual handling techniques
- Identify hazards and conduct risk assessments

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face

The online pre-course learning and theory assessment is expected to take approximately 6 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions

Assessment Activities

Performance tasks:

The assessor must observe the following performance tasks:
Respond to two (2) simulated electrical work at height scenarios as selected by your Assessor, including:
Locate and apply relevant work, health and safety (OHS/WHS) legislation, regulations, codes of practice, policies and procedures to ensure the work activity is compliant 
Consult with employer (Assessor) and other employees (students) to ensure implemented control measures are reviewed and new hazards identified
Confirm (safe) isolation of an electrical supply and isolation of potential electrical and non-electrical hazards has been completed by an authorised person
Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) for the electrical industry and working at heights in line with OHS/WHS guidelines 
Select the most appropriate ladder for the work activity and perform a safety check
Perform work at heights
Apply correct manual handling techniques
Demonstrate safe methods of removing an electric shock victim from a live electrical situation

Documentation:

The student must compete all documentation according to the required standard:
Risk Assessment
Incident Report Form

Theory assessment:

A written exam consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions to be completed at the end of the training session. Students are able to refer to their Learners resource material.