Mines statutory positions: schedule of examinations

Last updated: 17 June 2026

Examination sessions will be conducted at the following location and times unless otherwise advised:

  • Perth – WHS Foundation, 128 Farrington Road, North Lake (9.00 am to 12.00 pm and 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm)
  • Cannington – WorkSafe, Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS), Mason Bird Building, 303 Sevenoaks Street, Cannington (9.30 am to 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm)
  • Kalgoorlie – TAFE, 34 Cheetham Street, Kalgoorlie (J Block Building) (9.00 am to 12.00 pm and 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm)

Please arrive at least 30 minutes early for registration as you will need to present your photo ID for checking.

Registration strictly closes 15 minutes before the examination session starts. You will not be able to sit the exam if you arrive after this time.

There are no fees payable to sit the work health and safety legislation or practical examinations.

Note: All exam bookings and enquiries must be made through msp@lgirs.wa.gov.au. Exam venues cannot assist with booking information.
 

Legislation examinations for all statutory positions

Mining practice examinations 

Enrolments are open for underground supervisors without qualifications (non-coal), and restricted quarry managers (explosives and non-explosives).

Register for the examinations 

Requested assessment arrangements 

If you need extra support to participate in a statutory examination due to your circumstances, you may be able to apply for an assessment arrangement. Please arrange for the Request for assessment arrangement (diagnosed conditions) form to be completed and email to msp@lgirs.wa.gov.au. Confidentiality is maintained.

If you request an assessment arrangement, do not book an examination session until the requested assessment arrangements have been approved.

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