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Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA) for Mining

Code: HI&R101 Level: Beginner Duration: 1 weeks Max: 20 students Category: Safety Office Management
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About this course

This practical course will provide learners with the necessary tools and skills to enable them to carry out hazard identification and risk assessments in the workplace. The aim of the course is to enable responsible and informed contributions to the health and safety effort in the workplace.

Course Outline:
By the end of the course, the successful learner will be able to:
• Explain the HIRA process and the different types of HIRA in the workplace
• Select the appropriate HIRA method for different circumstances
• Describe and apply the techniques used in HIRA in the workplace
• Conduct a risk assessment using the HIRA methodology
• Identify applicable control measures

Formative Assessment: Various activities will be completed.

Summative Assessment: Assessment to be done at the end of the course.

Delivery Modes:
• Classroom: In-person, interactive classroom-based experience guided by experienced facilitators. Benefit from face-to-face learning and networking with peers.
• 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
R850.00
Discount
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Final Price
R850.00
Status
Open

What You Will Gain

• Understanding of the HIRA process and different types of HIRA in the workplace
• Ability to select appropriate HIRA methods for different circumstances
• Skills to describe and apply HIRA techniques
• Competence in conducting risk assessments using HIRA methodology
• Ability to identify applicable control measures
• 5 Saiosh CPD points upon completion

Career Paths

• HSE Practitioner
• HSE Representative
• Mine Supervisor
• Risk Assessment Officer
• Safety Officer
• Compliance Officer
• Management (with HSE responsibilities)

Prerequisites

No information available.

Learning Objectives

1. Explain the HIRA process and different types of HIRA in the workplace
2. Select the appropriate HIRA method for different circumstances
3. Describe and apply techniques used in HIRA in the workplace
4. Conduct a risk assessment using the HIRA methodology
5. Identify applicable control measures

Target Audience

• Management and supervisors
• HSE practitioners and HSE representatives
• Any person who is expected to carry out formal hazard identification and risk assessments for health and safety practices in mining
• Safety committee members
• Mine workers wanting to upskill

Certification

Upon successful completion (including formative activities and summative assessment), learners receive a Certificate of Completion: Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA) for Mining from Leslie's Skills Academy. The course provides 5 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.