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Course Set - RIIRIS301E (G1), RIIWHS301E (G8) & RIICOM301E (G9) (Site safety supervisor course)


This course will provide individuals with the skills and knowledge required to perform the duties of a supervisor relevant to operational roles within the Civil Construction, Coal Mining, Drilling, Extractive, and Metalliferous Mining Industries. Upon completion of this course, individuals will be able to carry out or assist in carrying out risk assessment in the workplace, participate in work-related health and safety investigations, as well as plan and prepare for and conduct communication via a number of different methods to ensure work activities are understood.

This course may also be known as the G1, G8 and G9 Site Safety Supervisor’s Course (formerly S1, S2, S3 or Supervisor S123) course. Some industries recommend a refresher training be undertaken every 5 years. 

This course incorporates the content of the following units:

  • RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
  • RIIWHS301E Conduct safety and health investigations
  • RIICOM301E Communicate information

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

RIIWHS301E - Conduct safety and health investigations
RIIRIS301E - Apply risk management processes
RIICOM301E - Communicate information

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

Refresher Face to Face contact time of at least 8 Hours
Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 18 Hours

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • The ability to read and write basic English and interpret workplace documentation, policies and procedures
  • The ability to communicate and use appropriate language and non-verbal features to provide support, give instructions or request information
  • Have basic computer skills to prepare and deliver a presentation/ graphical report using a clear and concise structure and format.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:
Unit Period
RIIWHS301E - Conduct safety and health investigations Not applicable
RIIRIS301E - Apply risk management processes Not applicable
RIICOM301E - Communicate information Not applicable

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Practical assessment: 

Investigate a Health & Safety Concern, Apply Risk Management, and Communicate Information

  • Complete an initial assessment and investigation form
  • Complete a risk management form
  • Complete a hazard and incident investigation report
  • Complete a toolbox talk 

Participate in Conflict Resolution

  • Complete conflict resolution meeting notes (Meeting 1 and 2)

Conduct a Health & Safety Investigation and Apply Risk Management Processes

  • Complete an initial assessment and investigation form
  • Complete a risk management form
  • Complete a hazard and incident investigation report


Theory assessment: 

  • A written assessment consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions.
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909