Mining & Inductions

Risk Assessment – Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

About the Course

Conduct Local Risk Control (RIIRIS201E)

Conduct Local Risk Control (Risk Assessment – Job Safety Analysis (JSA)) is the training accreditation suitable for people who are required to assess risk and complete a JSA as part of conducting a variety of activities in workplace environments. This will include situations in which hazards exist or specific procedures need to be followed and monitored to protect the safety of personnel and the integrity of plant or process.

WorkSafe Connect has been delivering leading workplace health and safety focused programs for over 15 years and is one of Queensland’s leading suppliers of risk assessment related training.

Our 4-hour JSA Training course is designed to ensure that participants have the skills and knowledge required to conduct local risk control. The program is made up of the following nationally accredited unit of competency:

RIIRIS201E – Conduct Local Risk Control

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for workers who need to understand the basics of risk assessment — including identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing local risk controls. It is particularly relevant for those in mining, construction, energy, and other high-risk industries.

Course Description

Conduct local risk control is focused on ensuring that students understand the process by which they will be required to plan and prepare for risk control, assess and identify unacceptable risk, identify, assess and implement risk treatments and complete records and reports.

Key areas covered during the course include:

Locate and apply relevant documentation, policies, and procedures
Communicate clearly and concisely with others
Demonstrates completion of conducting local risk control
Identifying ‘unacceptable risk’
Working with others to determine risk controls
Assessing and determining consequence and likelihood of potential risk
Controlling risk by selecting and implementing most appropriate treatment
Reporting written information about risk assessment and treatment implementation
Accessing, interpreting, and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures
Organisation risk management policy, procedure requirements
Conducting worksite risk management procedures
Conducting and maintaining worksite communication, reporting, and recording procedures
Identifying and assessing hazards, risks, acceptability of risks and controls
Reading, preparing, and using worksite safety systems information

Course Delivery Options

Training will be conducted by one of our experienced trainer assessors who have industry currency, strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.

Practical and theoretical activities drive the training experience to ensure that the training is engaging, interesting and relevant.

WorkSafe Connect is able to offer this course:

Face to Face – Public Courses (Brisbane and Townsville)
Face to Face – Onsite (at your site / workplace)
Virtual – Video-Led Training

If you would like to discuss delivery options in more detail, then please get in contact with us.

Accreditation

To complete the course, students must successfully complete all assessments which are aligned with the national unit of competency.

All assessments are completed during the course – no assessment activities need to be completed prior to or post the training course.

Upon successful completion of the course requirements, students will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the following unit of competency:

RIIRIS201E – Conduct Local Risk Control

If you have any questions, please get in touch with a member of the WorkSafe Connect team today.

Certificate delivery:

Courses at our facilities: Certificates are issued on the day, with digital copies emailed to participants and employers (if applicable) the following business day.
Courses at client sites: Certificates are issued within 7 business days, with digital copies emailed to participants and employers.

Course Entry Requirements

If any additional learning support is required (e.g. with language, literacy or numeracy), please notify our Operations team prior to the course or speak with your trainer on the day —we’re here to help.

What to Bring

Your USI (Unique Student Identifier) – click here for more info
Comfortable, practical clothing is recommended (long pants or shorts and a sleeved shirt or t-shirt).
No PPE/high-vis required
Closed-in shoes
All course materials are provided

Amenities at our Brisbane and Townsville Facilities

Parking available on-site or nearby
Complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits, and mints
Fridge and microwave available for use
Cafés and food options located nearby for breaks

Can this course be delivered at our workplace or online?

Yes. WorkSafe Connect offers flexible delivery options for this course, including face-to-face onsite training for client groups and live, trainer-led sessions via Zoom for remote learners. Public courses are also available at our Brisbane and Townsville training facilities. Regardless of format, the content and assessments are consistent, and all participants receive the same nationally recognised qualification upon successful completion.

How long does the course take, and is it nationally recognised?

WorkSafe Connect’s course runs for approximately 4 hours and is designed for easy participation with no pre-course requirements. Upon successful completion of the in-session assessments, participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for RIIRIS201E – Conduct Local Risk Control. This unit is recognised across all Australian industries where local risk management is part of daily operations, including mining, construction, energy, and manufacturing.

Is this training mandatory for workers on high-risk sites?

While not always a legislative requirement, RIIRIS201E is often mandated by site procedures or company policies, especially on mining, construction, and infrastructure projects. Many principal contractors and mine operators require evidence of formal risk control training before allowing workers to conduct site-based activities or sign off on JSAs. It forms a key component of compliance with the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld) in relation to managing workplace hazards.

What is the difference between this course and G2 Risk Management?

While both courses relate to risk control, RIIRIS201E – Conduct Local Risk Control is an entry-level unit focused on completing site-level risk assessments like JSAs or Take 5s. It’s ideal for workers who carry out routine tasks in operational environments. In contrast, RIIRIS402E – G2 is intended for supervisors and statutory positions who are responsible for overseeing broader risk management processes across teams or departments. Many organisations require both, depending on the worker’s level of responsibility.