Safety Representative Course 40 hours – web-based
Mandatory 40-hour safety representative course for construction, civil engineering, and other high-risk industries. Fully complies with the requirements of the Working Environment Act § 6-5 and the Regulation on Organization, Management, and Participation § 3-18. 100% online — complete at your own pace with an immediate diploma upon completion.
✅ Legal Basis
The Working Environment Act § 6-5 and the Regulation on Organization, Management, and Participation § 3-18 require 40 hours of basic training for safety representatives and working environment committee (AMU) members in enterprises with particular risk (construction, civil engineering, industry, healthcare, etc.).
👥 Who is the course for?
- Safety representatives in the construction and civil engineering industry
- Members of working environment committees (AMU)
- Chief safety representatives
- Safety representatives in industry, transport, and healthcare
- Deputy safety representatives in high-risk enterprises
📚 Course Content
- The system of the Working Environment Act and the role of the safety representative
- Systematic HSE work and internal control
- Risk assessment and mapping of the working environment
- Safety rounds, non-conformity handling, and action plans
- Psychosocial working environment and conflict management
- Sick leave follow-up, adaptation, and inclusive working life
- Ergonomics, chemicals, noise, and physical factors
- Collaboration with employer, AMU, BHT, and the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority
⏱️ Duration and Format
40 hours · 100% online · at your own pace · start whenever you want
🎓 Diploma
Diploma as PDF immediately upon completion — valid documentation for the 40-hour training requirement during inspections by the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority.
💡 Why choose Komplett HMS?
- 100% online — start whenever you want, on all devices
- Available in all languages via auto-translation
- Diploma as PDF immediately upon completion
- Approved documentation in accordance with Norwegian regulations
- Max 1 hour from purchase to course access
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 40-hour safety representative course mandatory?
Yes. The Working Environment Act § 6-5 and the Regulation on Organization, Management, and Participation require 40 hours of basic training for safety representatives in construction, civil engineering, and other high-risk industries. The parties can only agree on shorter courses in low-risk businesses (office, retail, service).
Can the course be taken online?
Yes. The regulation allows for online training as long as the total requirement of 40 hours is met. Our course is 100% digital and can be taken at your own pace.
Who needs the 40-hour course vs. the simplified course?
Construction, civil engineering, industry, transport, and healthcare must have the 40-hour course. Low-risk businesses (office, retail, administration) can agree on a simplified course if the employer, safety representative, and employee representatives agree.
How long do I have to complete it?
You have unlimited time. Your progress is automatically saved, and you can log in and continue whenever it suits you.
Will I receive documentation approved by the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority?
Yes. The diploma documents 40 hours of training in accordance with the Working Environment Act § 6-5 and is valid during inspections.
Does the safety representative need to be re-elected after the course?
No. Safety representatives are typically elected for 2 years. The course must be completed within a reasonable time after the election — typically within the first few months.
How often does the course need to be renewed?
There is no fixed expiry date, but the training should be updated upon re-election, significant changes in regulations, or new risk conditions in the enterprise.