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An application for a replacement high risk work licence or accreditation document which has been lost, stolen or destroyed can be lodged using our online portal. You will be required to complete a declaration describing the circumstances in which the original document was lost, stolen or destroyed...
Manage your existing high risk work licence
This information is to assist in recognising symptoms of cyanide poisoning, and for the provision of timely and appropriate first aid and medical support. It applies to the transport, transfer, storage and use of cyanide on a mine site. Health effects: Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) is a highly toxic and...
First aid
A high risk work licence (HRWL) is required when carrying out certain high risk work including operating cranes, boilers, forklifts, hoists, reach stackers, reciprocating steam engines, rigging, scaffolding and turbines. A HRWL is recognised in all states and territories of Australia, enabling the...
Information about high risk work licences
Application for a new or renewal high risk work licence must be submitted with a ‘passport quality’ identification photograph which meets the required standards. There are many photograph service providers who can help you to take an appropriate photograph and will provide you with a digital copy...
High risk work licence application
The following information is provided to support registered training organisations (RTO) who submit HRWL applications on behalf of applicants. More detail can be found in the following information sheet. Registered training organisations lodging high risk work licence applications: Information...
Information about high risk work licences
Use our online service to manage your licence including changing your contact details, renewing your high risk work licence or applying for a replacement card. Renew your licence Visit the renewals page for detail of how to renew and the application requirements: Renew my high risk work licence?...
Manage your existing high risk work licence
Use the application form provided below to either: Transfer your valid interstate HRWL to WA, or Transfer your valid interstate HRWL to WA and add additional classes based on training completed in WA at the same time. Visit the Information for high risk work licence applicants for information about...
High risk work licence application
WorkSafe has produced the following work health and safety pamphlets and flyers that you can download and use at your workplace. Asbestos safety for trades and construction workers: Pamphlet Mines safety matters pamphlets WorkSafe has produced a series of pamphlets that provide advice on...
Information sheets
This page contains frequently asked questions relating to statutory certificates for some statutory position appointments at mining operations. General Is there a minimum number of hours I must complete in a “shift”? If working full-time in a role, there is no minimum number of hours. If working...
Frequently asked questions
This section contains accident and injury statistical reports, safety performance snapshots and activity indicators for mining and exploration. Although some guidance material was prepared by previous departments and divisions, the content is still valid. Safety performance posters and reports...
Safety statistics

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This guide will assist you in resetting your password.
WorkSafe
Guide / handbook
20 Feb 2023
This guide will help candidates who are preparing for the examination process.
WorkSafe
Guide / handbook
20 Feb 2023
This guide is for candidates who need to cancel or reschedule their examination session booking.
WorkSafe
Guide / handbook
20 Feb 2023
This guide is for candidates that have completed all the requirements for the statutory learning pathway.
WorkSafe
Guide / handbook
20 Feb 2023
This guide is for candidates wishing to enrol in a statutory learning pathway.
WorkSafe
Guide / handbook
20 Feb 2023
This guide is for candidates wishing to register for an account.
WorkSafe
Guide / handbook
20 Feb 2023
Background WorkSafe Mines Safety has noted an increase in the number of incident notifications involving fires caused by transparent bottles containing clear liquids refracting and magnifying...
WorkSafe
Information
20 Dec 2022
Purpose of strategy To continue to drive improvements in the workplace management of hazardous dusts and protect workers from harm. Focus areas Asbestos Found extensively in older WA building...
WorkSafe
Information
16 May 2024
Background Inspection and maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements are critical for the safe operation of all cranes including registered mobile cranes and tower cranes...
WorkSafe
Information
19 Dec 2022
Mining operations are encouraged to use these audits to assess their business practices, and identify areas for improvement, to secure the health and safety of workers and workplaces.
WorkSafe
Guide / handbook
16 Dec 2022

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