Wednesday, March 30, 2011

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ONLINE COURSE



30782QLD Course in Functioning as a Rehabilitation and Return to Work Corodinator

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course meets the requirements for certification as a Workplace Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator in Queensland as specified in the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003.

The course includes the following units of competency:


FNSWCMP303A - Work within the workers compensation industry sector

PSPIM405A - Develop return to work plans

PSPIM406A - Implement and monitor return to work plans

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

If your employer has wages in Queensland of $6.507 million for the preceding financial year or are in a high risk industry with wages in Queensland for the preceding financial year of $1.981 million, you must:

1. Have a workplace rehabilitation policy and procedures accredited by Q-COMP which outlines

your commitment to assist injured workers to access necessary treatment and rehabilitation
specific steps you will take to achieve safe, timely and durable return to work.

2. Appoint a rehabilitation and return to work coordinator (RRTWC) registered with Q-COMP who will:
initiate early communication with an injured worker
develop the suitable duties program with the worker and their employer, in line with the current medical certificate.

REGISTER NOW

MINE AWARENESS PROGRAM SEMINAR


Register here for Gold Coast Seminar April 14th 2011

Register here for Gold Coast Seminar: April 28th 2011

Seats are limited so Register Online Now!!

MINE AWARENESS PROGRAM BOOKLET
YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW


In keeping with the spirit of innovation that infuses all of OHSA’s programs, a 'Mine Awareness Program' has been developed to inform potential mine workers of the practical consideration of working in the mining industry. This program touches on personal and practical issues which anyone thinking of working in the mining industry should know.

Topics covered include the following;

Mining Career Information – Available free to all students who enrol in OHSA Mining Inductions

(over 100 pages and links of mining projects, employers, labour hire companies etc)

• Gaining access to the mining Industry

• Maintaining Your Family Life

• Mining Competencies

• Income Management

• Apprenticeships / Traineeships

• Leave: Annual, Sick & Long Service

• Getting A Job

• Mine Work Expectations & Support

• Mine Locations & Travel

• Out Of Work Activities

• Fatigue Management & Shift Rosters

• Harassment / Discrimination

• Accommodation, Food & Other Provisions

• Living with Cultural and Gender Diversity

• Available Communications

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Becoming a Competent Operator

LEARN MORE NOW

Free Training


Up to $1,000
Construction Training Funding
Get Trained for your future now!

Government program available for a limited time to workers and employers

A great opportunity is now available for people to take advantage of the funding provided by Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) to help you develop skills for the construction industry. Up to $1000.00 is available for eligible persons on a range of qualifications and training but there is a limited time, so secure your training now!!!

The Queensland Government has released $10 million to be spent on skilling up workers for the construction industry due to the anticipated skill shortage due to the mining and resources boom and flood recovery. You can claim right now up to $1,000 cash back on many construction related licences / tickets / competencies such as Fork Truck, EWP, Scaffolding, Dogging, Rigging, Cranes, White Card, Work @ Heights, Confined Spaces, Earthmoving Licences and many many more!

LEARN MORE HERE

GET THE GUIDE HERE

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Funding

Funding Summary




Construction Skills Queensland - the industry’s centre of excellence provides the construction industry and its stakeholders with support, advice and funding assistance for each financial year.

Funding on OHSA training courses is available NOW. learn more...

Mine Awareness Program Seminar

April 2011 dates for Mining Awareness Program Seminars

WHERE: Sunshine Coast

WHEN: Thursday, April 07th 2011, 5PM - 7PM

WHERE: Gold Coast

WHEN: Thursday, April 14th 2011, 5PM - 7PM

The Mining Industry has taken a hit with the recent floods and cyclone activity, however workers are needed to rebuild, and get the mines back on track. OHSA Offers the Generic Mining Inductions for QLD Coal & Metalliferous open cut mines.

Mining jobs are available now and careers in mining are sought after. Learn more about how you can be part of this booming industry.

Booking now by Registering online here calling OHSA on 1300 647 200 or email us at info@ohsa.com.au to book you seat.
Please check our site for upcoming events.
Hurry places are limited.