The Australian Government has launched a free online training course for retailers. The course helps retailers understand their responsibilities under the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme.
The WELS for Retailers course explains how to label and display WELS regulated products correctly. It also shows retailers how to use WELS star ratings to help customers choose water efficient products. The course is practical, easy to use and designed for busy retail workplaces.
Practical training for retail staff
Retail staff help customers compare products every day. These products include:
- taps
- showers
- toilets
- washing machines
- dishwashers.
All these products must meet WELS water efficiency requirements.
The course explains retailers’ obligations under the WELS scheme. It covers:
- WELS labels and star ratings
- product display requirements
- online and in store labelling requirements
- how to help customers understand water efficiency.
The course uses real-life examples, short activities and workplace scenarios. Learners can complete it at their own pace in about 45 minutes.
Suitable for businesses of all sizes
The course is suitable for:
- sales staff
- store managers and supervisors
- merchandising teams
- marketing staff
- purchasing officers
- supplier and account managers.
Large retailers and online marketplaces can use a corporate learning portal to:
- enrol staff in bulk
- assign training across teams
- track learning progress
- generate completion reports.
Supporting compliance
The course makes WELS requirements easier to understand and apply.
It helps retailers meet their obligations and display WELS information correctly in stores and online.
It also shows retail staff how to help customers compare products and choose water-efficient options for their homes.
Enrol today
The WELS for Retailers course is free and available now for retail businesses across Australia.
Visit the WELS learning portal to start training today.
