Two Oilmin Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officers, Ms. Kipsie Piele and Mr. Donald Jimlake are currently undertaking the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment online at the Healthy Business Training Academy, Australia, to create a safer and smarter workplace.
The training began on June 9, 2025, delivered both in Papua New Guinea and through online sessions with an Australian facilitator, is designed to develop their ability to train, assess, and build workplace competence, which are key elements of strong HSE performance.
The program, as recounted by Kipsie and Donald, focuses on providing participants with the tools to design, deliver, and assess structured workplace training, ensuring that workers are not only compliant but also capable and confident in applying safe work practices.
Units covered so far are TAEASS412 – Assess Competence and TAEASS413 – Participate in Assessment Validation. These units equip HSE professionals with essential skills to assess and validate workplace competence; TAEASS412 focuses on planning and conducting fair, compliant assessments of safety-related skills such as hazard identification and emergency response, while TAEASS413 strengthens the quality of these assessments through validation processes that review tools, practices, and judgements. Together, they support safer, more accountable workplaces by ensuring assessments are both effective and continuously improved
When asked what surprised them most about the training, both shared that it changed the way they view workplace safety. Kipsie said, “I realized that safety isn’t only about compliance or procedures; it’s also about ensuring that people are competent and confident in carrying out their daily tasks.”
Donald added, “One of the biggest realisations for me was how effective training and assessment practices influence overall safety performance in the workplace. It’s not just about rules, but about empowering people to make safe decisions every day.”
Both, Kipsie and Donald plan to apply what they have learned by improving how safety knowledge is shared on site. Kipsie explained, “I plan to share my knowledge and skills with fellow Papua New Guineans, especially my workmates. Using what I’ve learned, I can deliver structured workplace training that promotes safety awareness and competence, helping build a stronger, more proactive safety culture across our worksites.”
Donald shared a practical example, explaining how the training will improve safety toolbox talks and refresher sessions. “Before, some sessions were mainly verbal and not always structured,” he said. “Now I can plan training using clear learning outcomes, step-by-step instruction, and hands-on demonstrations. That way, employees don’t just hear the message, they practice it.”
As they near completion of the program, that is expected to end in June 2026, both participants expressed pride in their growth and the skills they have gained. Kipsie stated, “I feel proud and encouraged. Training has helped me grow personally by improving my communication, planning, and documentation skills.” Donald agreed, saying, “This training has strengthened not only my technical knowledge but also my confidence in delivering structured workplace training and assessing competency fairly. I now feel more prepared to contribute at a higher level and help shape a positive safety culture within the organization.”
Upon completion, Oilmin will benefit from having certified in-house trainers and assessors who can deliver consistent, competency-based HSE training that strengthens the company’s internal capacity and reduces reliance on external providers.
In reflection, both participants agreed that the true value of this program goes beyond qualifications. It is about creating a culture where safety is learned, practiced, and shared. As Donald put it, “Good training is not just about giving information; it’s about empowering people to think safely for themselves and those around them.”