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- BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety
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- PUA20119 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
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- PUAEMR020 Coordinate Emergency Planning
- PUAEQU001 Prepare, Maintain and Test Response Equipment
- PUAFER004 Respond to Facility Emergencies
- PUAFER008 Confine Small Workplace Emergencies in a Facility
- PUAFIR203 Respond to Urban Fire
- PUAFIR210 Prevent Injury
- PUAFIR324 Render Hazardous Materials Incidents Safe
- PUAOPE019 Control a Level 3 Incident
- PUASAR002 Undertake Swiftwater and Floodwater Rescue and Recovery
- PUASAR022 Participate in a Rescue Operation
- PUASAR032 Undertake Vertical Rescue
- RII21120 Certificate II in Oil & Gas Drilling (Onshore) and Well Servicing
- RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining
- RII31820 Certificate III in Drilling Operations
- RII32220 Certificate III in Well Servicing Operations
- RII40320 Certificate IV in Underground Metalliferous Mining Operations
- RII40420 Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations
- RIIERR203E Escape From Hazardous Situations Unaided
- RIIERR205D Apply Initial Response First Aid
- RIIRIS201E Conduct Local Risk Control
- RIIRIS301E Apply Risk Management Processes
- RIIRIS402E Carry Out the Risk Management Process
- RIISS00058 Traffic Controller Skill Set for Urban Streets and Low Volume Rural Roads
- RIIWHS301E Conduct Safety and Health Investigations
- RIIWHS401E Supervise Work in Confined Spaces
- SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail (Intro into WHS Skill Set)
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- TLI23221 Certificate II in Shunting
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- TLIF0007 Manage a Fatigue Risk Management System
- TLIS3010 Test rail using ultrasonic equipment
- UEE42622 Certificate IV in Hazardous Areas - Electrical
- UEGNSG018 First on Site Response to Gas Pipeline Emergencies
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- UEGSS00013 Basic Hydrogen Safety Skill Set
Safety Officer careers
A Safety Officer ensures that workplaces adhere to health and safety regulations to prevent accidents and injuries. You might work in various industries, including construction, manufacturing, or healthcare. Safety Officers conduct risk assessments, develop safety policies, and implement procedures to maintain a safe working environment. You’ll monitor compliance with safety standards, conduct training sessions, and investigate accidents to recommend improvements.
Safety Officers play a crucial role in protecting employees and ensuring a safe work environment. You’ll need strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to enforce safety regulations effectively. You’ll collaborate with management and staff to promote a culture of safety and ensure that all safety practices are followed diligently.
