What is Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor training?

With the introduction of the Work Health Safety Act (2020) and the Work Health Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022, all Mining Operations are required to have a working Mine Safety Management System (MSMS), and within that system clearly defined duty holders within statutory positions; the Statutory Supervisor is one of those positions.

What are Statutory Supervisors?

Statutory Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that the workplace operates in a safe and compliant manner, according to the WHS Act and Regulations. They do this by overseeing workers, identifying hazards, implementing control measures, and reporting on safety.

As defined by WorkSafe, under the WHS (Mines) regulations (Schedule 26. cl 3(1)), the following areas at a mine must be supervised by a Statutory Supervisor:

• laboratory
• processing plant
• quarry
• workshop
• place where the mine operator considers the position necessary to reduce the risks to health and safety associated with mining operations.

What is the transition period?

As the WHS Act and Regulations have been rolled out, there are transition periods to ensure reasonable time to implement key requirements.

When the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 came into effect on 31 March 2022, individuals already holding statutory mining positions under previous legislation were allowed to continue in their roles whilst working to meet the new certification requirements.

This period allows time for current and new statutory position holders to complete the necessary training and certifications to continue in their roles after the deadline.

The transition periods deadline is quickly approaching, by 30 March 2026 all statutory position holders must meet the specific eligibility criteria for their roles, including completing the required examinations and risk management units.

As of 1 April 2026, statutory supervisors must be trained, qualified and registered under the new legislation.

What must Statutory Supervisors do before end March 2026?

By the end of the transition period, all Statutory Supervisors must meet specific criteria for their roles.

Appointed Statutory Supervisors are required to complete two compulsory Units of Competence and must also pass a legislation exam run by the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety.

It is important to note that Site Senior Executives (SSE) also fulfil the Statutory Supervisor function for areas where no Statutory Supervisor is appointed.

This means that a Site Senior Executive must hold the same two Units of Competency that are required for a Statutory Supervisor, as well as one Unit of Competency that is specifically relevant to their own role. See LGIRS for more information about these requirements.

Training is crucial

Understanding Statutory Supervisor responsibilities and preparing for the LGIRS Law Exam is a big task. WHS training ensures you meet your legislative requirements but is also imperative in keeping people safe.

That’s why we have designed courses to help you meet your requirements, gain the knowledge and skills you need and pass your exam in the most efficient way possible, whilst ensuring compliance with the strict learning requirements set out my LGIRS so you can be confident you are getting a quality learning experience.

Book your course now

Aveling has designed courses to get you and your team ready for the new requirements.

• Statutory Supervisor course provides the essential WHS and risk management knowledge, skills and national Units of Competency required for statutory supervisors in the Western Australian mining industry. Suitable for current and prospective Statutory Supervisors in the WA mining industry.
• Statutory Supervisor Law Exam Preparation provides participants with a thorough understanding of everything they need to know to pass the exam, the knowledge and confidence to register and navigate the Mine Statutory Position Portal (MSPP) and three months’ access to practise exam questions after the course via our online portal.
• WHS Statutory Responsibilities for Mining Supervisors (SRMS) is an interactive online course provides an introduction to mining supervisors’ responsibilities, duties, and obligations under the WHS Act (2020) and the associated WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022. A great introduction for workers at any level looking to understand the basic responsibilities of supervisors in WA mine sites.

With modern facilities in Jandakot and the ability to provide training onsite, we can help tailor course delivery to your and your team’s needs. Contact our business development team to discuss group bookings or onsite delivery: [email protected]

The deadline of March 2026 is approaching quickly. Don’t leave your training until the last minute, get prepared and book your spot today!