The AMWU runs WorkSafe Approved Health and Safety Representatives Occupational Health and Safety Training Courses.
The AMWU OHS Training Unit is one of the most experienced training providers in Victoria. We have delivered OHS training to thousands of Health & Safety Reps, helping keep workers safe at their workplaces around Victoria.
We deliver high-quality WorkSafe Approved training that is practical and solution-focused at locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Enrol today, emailing [email protected]; or calling 9230 5700.
This training is suitable for HSRs and/deputy HSRs and is a 5-day course.
To book, please email: [email protected]; or call 9230 5700.
Cost: $950.00 per person (paid by employer).
Bookings required. (Dates are subject to change. Confirm dates with OHS Unit before booking)
2024 - 2025 training calendar - HSR Initial
Dates |
Venue |
November 21 & 22 (Thurs & Fri) December 3, 4 & 5 (Tues, Wed & Thurs) |
Dandenong |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 19, 20 & 21 February HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 5 & 6 March |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 1 & 2 April HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 8, 9 & 10 April |
Dandenong |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 20, 21 & 22 May HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 27 & 28 May |
Geelong |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 17, 18 & 19 June HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 25 & 26 June |
Metro/Regional (TBA) |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 15, 16 & 17 July HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 23 & 24 July |
Carlton |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 12, 13 & 14 August HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 19 & 20 August |
Regional (TBA) |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 7, 8 & 9 October HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 16 & 17 October |
Dandenong |
HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 1) 11, 12 & 13 November HSR Initial OHS Training Course (Part 2) 19 & 20 November |
Carlton |
This training is a one-day refresher course for HSRs and Deputy HSRs who have already completed the initial course and still hold office. HSRs and Deputy HSRs are entitled to yearly refresher training.
(Dates are subject to change. Confirm dates with OHS Unit before booking)
Cost: $350.00 per person.
To book, please email: [email protected]; or call 9230 5700.
2025 training calendar - HSR Refresher
Dates |
Location |
Tuesday, 18 February |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
Thursday, 13 March |
Northern Suburbs (TBC) |
Wednesday, 26 March |
Melton |
Thursday, 27 March |
Ballarat |
Thursday, 10 April |
Dandenong |
Monday, 28 April |
Carlton |
Thursday, 8 May |
Altona |
Thursday, 15 May |
Ringwood |
Thursday, 5 June |
Geelong |
Wednesday, 2 July |
Dandenong |
Wednesday, 30 July |
Carlton |
Friday, 1 August |
La Trobe |
Thursday, 7 August |
Wodonga |
Friday, 8 August |
Shepparton |
Thursday, 28 August |
Echuca |
Wednesday, 3 September |
Ringwood |
Tuesday, 16 September |
Melton |
Friday, 19 September |
Carlton |
Tuesday, 14 October |
Northern Suburbs (TBC) |
Tuesday, 25 November |
Carlton |
Thursday, 27 November |
Carlton |
Representing Our Members (DU1 + DU2)
Dates |
Venue |
Delegate Unit 1; Representing Our Members 25, 26 & 27 February |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
Delegate Unit 2; Representing Our Members 1 & 2 April |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
Delegate Unit 1; Representing Our Members 6, 7 & 8 May |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
Delegate Unit 2; Representing Our Members 24 & 25 June |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
Delegate Unit 1; Representing Our Members 20, 21 & 22 May |
Dandenong |
Delegate Unit 2; Representing Our Members 3 & 4 July |
Dandenong |
Delegate Unit 1; Representing Our Members 5, 6 & 7 August |
Carlton |
Delegate Unit 2; Representing Our Members 23 & 24 September |
Carlton |
Delegate Unit 1; Representing Our Members 14, 15 & 16 October |
Carlton |
Delegate Unit 2; Representing Our Members 25 & 26 November |
Carlton |
COMBINED Representing Our Members (DU1 + DU2)
Dates |
Venue |
Combined Delegate Unit 1&2; Representing Our Members 29, 30 April & 1, 2 May |
Carlton |
Combined Delegate Unit 1&2; Representing Our Members 2, 3, 4 & 5 September |
Shepparton |
Combined Delegate Unit 1&2; Representing Our Members 16, 17, 18 & 19 September |
Wodonga |
Combined Delegate Unit 1&2; Representing Our Members 11, 12, 13 & 14 November |
La Trobe |
Bargaining at Work (DU3)
Dates |
Venue |
12, 13 & 14 March |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
3, 4 & 5 June |
Dandenong |
19, 20 & 21 August |
Carlton |
28, 29 & 30 October |
Shepparton |
Industry Development & Global Trends (DU4)
Dates |
Venue |
25, 26 & 27 March |
Carlton/Pascoe Vale (TBC) |
30 September, 1 & 2 October |
Carlton |
ACTU Approved ComCare 5 Day WHS Initial Course for HSRs - $950.00 per person
Dates |
Venue |
TBC |
Carlton |
ACTU Approved ComCare 1 Day WHS Refresher Course for HSRs - $350.00 per person
Dates |
Venue |
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Disputes Resolution/RTW Course (for both HSRs & Shop Stewards)
Dates |
Venue |
TBC |
Carlton |
Remember: All elected health and safety representatives (HSRs) are entitled to undertake WorkSafe Victoria approved occupational health and safety (OHS) training.
HSRs must give 14 days' notice to their employer of their intention to attend an Initial or a Refresher course under the Victorian OHS Act.
Under the OHS Act 2004 (section 67), all elected HSRs and deputy HSRs are entitled to undertake WorkSafe Victoria approved OHS training courses of their choice, in consultation with their employer. AMWU is approved to deliver the HSR Initial and Refresher OHS Training Course.
Under section 67 of the Victorian OHS Act 2004, an employer, if requested, must allow an elected HSR and elected Deputy HSR to attend a WorkSafe approved HSR Initial OHS Training on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Section 67 also allows HSRs to choose the approved training course they attend in consultation with their employer.