Safety and Health

Induction and training

Our role is to develop and assist in the implementation of the UWA health, safety and wellbeing programs in order to minimise the risk of injury, illness and property damage.

We provide consultancy and other services to promote best practice and legislative compliance in all University and related activities.

Further Information

On-line Health and Safety Induction


The University is committed to providing comprehensive Safety and Health induction and training to the highest standards.

Health and safety training guidelines
There is appropriate training for staff in occupational safety and health matters including formal training, mentoring and on-the-job training.
Online safety induction and local workplace induction
It is essential requirement that all new staff and post-graduates complete this induction. The induction includes information on safety obligations, legislation, hazard management, workplace inspections, occupation hazards and risks, manual tasks, ergonomics, incident reporting and investigation. Each module has a related quiz. This induction must be supplemented by a local induction where specific aspects of the workplace will be addressed.
Training courses
Find out about UWA Safety and Health training, with many courses tailored to specific needs.
Videos
Staff can borrow health and safety videos to increase their understanding of the issues.
Visitors
UWA provides a safe and healthy work environment for workers including, students, contractors and visitors.