01 "What do I need to know as a priority?"
Don't worry. You certainly don't need to know everything immediately.
The start point is that your work colleagues believe you have "got what it takes". But what is IT? Put simply, it's "The courage to speak up, build trust and engage". If you take a look at our HSR Knowledge Wheel, you'll see this is what's at the core.
The Knowledge Wheel is designed by HSRs, for HSRs, supported by the H&S profession.
It was developed out of a series of nationwide workshops involving current HSRs and practicing NZISM members. We are deeply grateful to those HSRs who told us they felt there was a lack of clarity around the knowledge needed to be an effective HSR, and who helped us provide that clarity.
02 "What can I learn as I go?"
You will need to develop an understanding of six critical areas of health and safety, These are in the dark blue circle of the Knowledge Wheel. You will also benefit from developing a basic awareness of the topics in the outer grey circle of the Knowledge Wheel.
Downloading the HSR Guidebook is the perfect place to start.
The HSR Guidebook is more than just a tool for HSRs.
It also gives OHS professionals a framework upon which to base the training of their HSRs. If you are an employer or HR manager, it enables you to better direct your training budgets. And if you are an external training provider, it is an excellent reference point from which you can undertake course development.
