Edition 71, October 2009

New RSA framework in QLD

New RSA framework in QLD

A new Responsible Service of Alcohol framework has been developed in Queensland to ensure licensees and staff are able to meet the new mandatory RSA requirements which came into effect on 1 July 2009.

RSA is now mandatory for all staff involved in the service or supply of alcohol in Queensland.

The framework includes:

  • availability of online RSA training: following a trial in 2008-09 OLGR-approved trainers can now deliver an online training session which will equate to the timeframe of the traditional face-to-face course, however participants have the flexibility to complete the training in shorter segments (for example five, one hour sessions).
  • recognition of interstate training: those who re-locate or travel will now be eligible to work in a Queensland pub or club upon the successful completion of a bridging module in RSA.
  • new RSA certificates: the new 'training course certificate' replaces the 'statement of attainment'. The new certificate has been developed to link in with relevant provisions of the Liquor Act 1992 and will be valid for three years. The certificate will carry an endorsement for the statement of attainment as the RSA course is a nationally recognised competency.
  • approved RSA trainers: now trainers must demonstrate their ability to comply with the guidelines introduced under the new framework.

All staff and managers are expected to have obtained an RSA certificate from an OLGR-approved trainer by 30 June 2010.

For more information, including a fact sheet visit www.olgr.qld.gov.au/industry/training/index.shtml 

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New RSA framework in QLD (Edition 71, October 2009)

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