To exercise all their powers and perform all their functions a health and safety representative (HSR) and deputies are required to attend a five-day initial training course approved by the Work Health and Safety Commission (the Commission).

The PCBU must allow an HSR and deputies to attend this course, and pay course fees and other reasonable costs. The HSR is entitled to their usual pay while they attend the course.

Accredited training providers

The Commission approves training providers to deliver courses for HSRs.

You can choose from the list of accredited training providers on the HSR Matters hub.