Your Rights to Training as an OHS Rep
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When workers are elected as either health and safety representative or deputy for their designated work groups (DWGs), it is important that they be trained so that they are able to be able to carry out their role and functions. The VTHC recommends that as soon as possible after they have been elected, OHS reps and deputies attend a training course which will give them the tools to confidently represent their fellow members.
Under Section 67 of the Victorian OHS Act, the employer must allow a representative to attend an approved course on paid time, and must pay the associated costs. The courses approved under this section of the Act are both the initial 5 day course of training, and now an annual refresher course.
Learn more at OHS Reps @ Work the website of the VTHC OHS unit. |
