Officer Due Diligence in Practice
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Officer Due Diligence in Practice
This course is designed for officers, business owners, and senior managers who have personal obligations under Australian work health and safety legislation. It provides clear, practical guidance on what due diligence requires in day-to-day decision-making, beyond policy statements and high-level awareness.
Participants will gain a practical understanding of officer duties under the WHS Act, including how to acquire and maintain knowledge of WHS matters, understand operational risks, ensure appropriate resources and processes are in place, and verify that those processes are working effectively. The course focuses on governance, oversight, and the types of information and evidence regulators expect officers to be able to demonstrate.
Why Choose This Course
This training is suited to organisations seeking to strengthen WHS governance, clarify accountability at the leadership level, and improve confidence in meeting officer due diligence obligations.
Who should attend
- Company directors and officers
- Business owners and senior managers
- Executives with WHS oversight responsibilities
- Managers who influence resourcing, policy, or risk decisions
Upcoming Sessions
01 Mar 26
Location: Online
01 Jun 25
Location: Online
Course Curriculum
This course is organised into the below modules to facilitate your structured learning.
- #1
The Officer’s Legal Duty
Explains who is an officer under the WHS Act and the personal due diligence obligations that apply.
- #2
Understanding the WHS Risk Landscape
Covers how officers are expected to understand the nature of operations, hazards, and material safety risks within the business.
- #3
Acquiring and Maintaining WHS Knowledge
Outlines what “reasonable knowledge” means and how officers can stay informed about WHS matters.
- #4
Resourcing WHS Effectively
Examines how officers ensure appropriate resources and processes are available to manage WHS risks.
- #5
Systems, Processes, and Controls
Focuses on the WHS management systems and processes officers rely on to meet legal duties.
- #6
Information, Reporting, and Escalation
Explains what WHS information officers should receive, how it should be reported, and when issues must be escalated.
- #7
Verifying WHS Performance
Covers how officers can verify that WHS systems and controls are implemented and operating effectively.
- #8
Regulator Expectations and Enforcement
Provides insight into how regulators assess officer due diligence during inspections and investigations.
- #9
Demonstrating Due Diligence in Practice
Brings the elements together by showing how officers can demonstrate compliance through decisions, records, and actions.
Rhys Hutchinson
- Position: Lead Instructor
- Phone:0410 778 204
- Email:rhys@shieldwhs.com.au
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