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Introduction to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act

Code: ITTO101 Level: Beginner Duration: 1 weeks Max: 20 students Category: Safety Office Management
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About this course

This course provides the learner with a basic knowledge of the responsibilities pertaining to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act).

Course Outline:
By the end of the course, the learner will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
• The legal liabilities of employers and contractors
• The difference between common law and legislation
• The attributes that need to be addressed
• How to use and read the OHS Act (including the intention and meaning of the sections)
• How to do citation of legal requirements
• Who can assist in making the OHS Act work
• The responsibilities and rights of various role players (in terms of the OHS Act)
• When a health and safety policy is effective
• The basic understanding of how to manage health and safety.

Delivery Modes:
• Classroom: In-person, interactive classroom-based experience guided by experienced facilitators. Benefit from face-to-face learning and discussion.
• Webinar: Live online training delivered through video conferencing. Learn remotely with real-time instructor interaction.
• E-Learning: Study in your own time, at your own pace via our online learning platform. Access course materials 24/7 and complete assessments online.

Course Fee
R500.00
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Final Price
R500.00
Status
Open

What You Will Gain

• Understanding of legal liabilities of employers and contractors under the OHS Act
• Knowledge of the difference between common law and legislation
• Ability to use, read, and cite the OHS Act (including intention and meaning of sections)
• Awareness of who can assist in making the OHS Act work
• Understanding of responsibilities and rights of various role players under the OHS Act
• Knowledge of when a health and safety policy is effective
• Basic understanding of how to manage health and safety in the workplace
• 2 Saiosh CPD points upon completion

Career Paths

• Management and supervisory personnel (all industries)
• HSE Representatives and Committee Members
• Compliance Officers
• Safety Officers (entry level)
• HR Professionals
• Any employee requiring OHS Act awareness

Prerequisites

No information available.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand legal liabilities of employers and contractors
2. Distinguish between common law and legislation
3. Use and read the OHS Act (intention and meaning of sections)
4. Perform citation of legal requirements
5. Identify who can assist in making the OHS Act work
6. Explain responsibilities and rights of various role players under the OHS Act
7. Determine when a health and safety policy is effective
8. Apply basic understanding of health and safety management

Target Audience

• All employees, but especially management and supervisory personnel
• HSE representatives and committee members
• Small business owners
• HR and compliance staff
• Anyone needing foundational OHS Act knowledge

Certification

Upon successful completion, learners receive a Certificate of Completion: Introduction to the OHS Act from Leslie's Skills Academy. The course provides 2 CPD points through the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Saiosh). Note: This course is not nationally accredited (no SAQA ID / Unit Standard) but provides professional development recognition through Saiosh CPD points.