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Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Management

Learn workplace safety, risk assessment and legal compliance. Our Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) training helps you reduce incidents and meet South African regulations.

  • Online – Microsoft Teams
  • TBC
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    2 CPD  Points
  • Price : R 8 999.00
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Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Training Course

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:

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Understand the principles of Occupational Health & Safety Management

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Interpret legal duties and employer/employee responsibilities

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Identify workplace hazards and assess risks effectively

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Implement control measures to prevent accidents and occupational illness

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Conduct safety inspections and incident investigations

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Promote a proactive safety culture within their organisation

Introduction to Occupational Health & Safety

  • What is OHS and why it matters

  • Benefits of an effective OHS system

  • Employer, employee, and contractor responsibilities

  • Safety culture and leadership

Legal Framework and Compliance

  • Overview of Occupational Health & Safety legislation

  • Duties of employers and employees

  • Appointment of safety representatives and committees

  • Consequences of non-compliance

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)

  • Types of workplace hazards (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, psychosocial)

  • Risk assessment process and risk rating

  • Hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering, administrative, PPE)

  • Practical examples and case studies

Safe Work Practices and Procedures

  • Developing safe operating procedures (SOPs)

  • Permit-to-work systems

  • Contractor and visitor safety

  • Toolbox talks and safety communication

Incident, Accident, and Near-Miss Management

  • Types of incidents and reportable events

  • Incident reporting requirements

  • Root cause analysis

  • Corrective and preventive actions

Workplace Health and Wellness

  • Occupational diseases and health monitoring

  • Ergonomics and manual handling

  • Noise, vibration, and hazardous substances

  • Stress management and psychosocial risks

Emergency Preparedness and Response

  • Emergency planning and evacuation procedures

  • Fire safety and first aid

  • Roles and responsibilities during emergencies

  • Drills and testing of emergency systems

OHS Inspections, Audits, and Continuous Improvement

  • Workplace inspections and safety audits

  • Performance monitoring and reporting

  • Non-conformance management

  • Continuous improvement in OHS systems