Training Requirements and Planning
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Procedure and Guidance
Procedure
EHS Training (UOM 311) sets out responsibilities for planning, delivering and recording environment, health & safety training at the University of Melbourne.
EHS Training Requirements Matrix
The matrix EHS Training Requirements [.pdf] provides general guidelines on training requirements.
Refresher Training Assessments
After staff have received initial training, they are required to confirm their understanding every three years. Confirmation of understanding is achieved by completing a Refresher Training Assessment.
- If the assessment is completed successfully (with a score of 80% or above), then no further training is required for another three years.
- If the assessment is not completed successfully (with a score below 80%), then the person should enrol in the training course in question, to complete it again.
Refresher Training Assessments for each training course are available from each course information listing: refer to Training Courses Available. If there is no Refresher Training Assessment published online for a particular course, please contact the listed provider for more information.
Responsibilities
Divisions - Planning and Coordination
The Head of Division is responsible for formulating and periodically reviewing the local OHS training plan in consultation with staff in the local area.
The Local OHS Practice Expert in the Division will:
- assist the Head of Division to formulate and review the local EHS training plan;
- facilitate and coordinate group training sessions in the local area; and
- provide guidance to supervisors in determining the training needs of individual staff.
Supervisors/Managers - Determining Individual Requirements
Supervisors/managers are responsible for identifying the training needs (including refresher training needs) of staff and students under their supervisory/management control, in consultation with the staff or student in question. Training needs are based on the nature of work/activity undertaken.
You must determine or review your staff/student's training needs when:
- the staff/student commences with the University;
- the type of work/activities are altered;
- the work environment is altered or new; or
- at least every 3 years (refer: Refresher Training Assessments).
Your Local OHS Practice Expert can provide advice and assistance.
Individual Staff and Students
Individual staff and students should consult their supervisor about their training needs. Your Local OHS Practice Expert can provide further advice if needed.