BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (Hazardous Chemicals)

Develop the specialised skills to manage hazardous chemicals safely, implement control measures and ensure compliance with WHS legislation. 

• Duration: 8–12 months 
• Delivery: Traineeship / blended workplace & online 
• Location: VIC / SA 
• Outcome: Nationally recognised BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety 

Course Overview

This specialised stream is designed for those working with hazardous chemicals, focusing on developing, implementing and monitoring systems that manage chemical risks in line with WHS requirements.  

Who it’s for:

• Workers handling or overseeing hazardous chemicals 

• WHS personnel in industrial, manufacturing or lab settings 

What it leads to:

• Roles focused on workplace safety and chemical risk management 

Industry relevance:

• Critical for industries with chemical handling, storage and compliance obligation

What You’ll Learn

• Develop procedures to control hazardous chemicals 

• Monitor effectiveness of control measures 

• Apply WHS legislation to chemical safety 

• Contribute to risk management systems 

• Support incident response involving hazardous substances 

• Communicate WHS requirements effectively 

• Contribute to workplace compliance systems 

Career Outcomes

• WHS Officer 

• Safety Inspector 

• WHS Coordinator 

• Compliance Support Roles 

Delivery & Duration

• Delivery mode: Blended workplace, online and face-to-face 
• Duration: 8–12 months 
• Includes: 
  • On-the-job training 
  • Monthly trainer contact (Zoom, phone, email)
  • Dedicated trainer support 
  • Structured learning resources available 24/7

   

Entry Requirements

iTFE accepts applications from domestic students. Training and assessment are conducted in English and some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and the internet. Please contact our Admissions Team for more information.

Fees & Funding

iTFE offers specific courses funded through various state programs for eligible students. Please refer to our Fee Schedule to learn more about our state funded courses.

Refer to Funding Eligibility and Fees Schedule.