Health & Safety Induction
This course is designed for organizations who wish to induct employee’s in the “Basic” fundamentals regarding “Health & Safety” in the workplace. The course facilitates a baseline knowledge of health and safety environment. 

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l Employee duties and responsibilities 
l Safety in the workplace 
l Symbolic signs 
l Safe use of workplace safety equipment 
l Personal protective equipment 
l Firefighting and evacuation 
l First Aid 
l General policies and procedures 
l The employee and the law 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: 
Unit Standard Aligned: No 

Health & Safety Representatives & Committees
Section 17 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act requires the appointment of Occupational Health and Safety Representatives and the establishment of Committees. This course incorporates theoretical, practical and reflexive learning so that the learner is exposed to the rights, requirements, functions and duties of the Health and Safety Representatives at work.

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l Understand the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the principals of the Act. 
l Know the duties of employers and employees. 
l Know the functions of health and safety reps and be able to carry out these functions. 
l Know the reason for incident investigations and be able to participate 
l Understand the functions of, and actively participate in health and safety committees. 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: Conduct safety and health representation activities 
Unit Standard Aligned: Yes 

General Health & Safety 
The course provides employees with a better understanding of the “Health & Safety” principals, systems and hurdles employees are faced with within the working environment. The objective is for all employees to adopt and encourage a “Healthy & Safe” working ethos at work. 

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l Correctly interpret the essential sections of the Act (Act 85 of 1993) and will be able to explain the importance of these sections within the workplace context 
l Carrying out practical, safe, work procedures in order to demonstrate an ability to implement theoretical knowledge effectively in the workplace 
l Carrying out an assessment of the effectiveness of procedures and recommending suitable remedial action 
l Explaining safety, health and environmental requirements in a workplace 
l Applying safety, health and environmental principles and procedures in a workplace 
l Exercising safety, health and environmental responsibilities in a workplace 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: Apply safety, health and environmental principles and procedures in a workplace 
Unit Standard Aligned: Yes 

OHAS Act & COID Act 
This course equips learners with the ability to understand and interpret the terminology used and objectives of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. A variety of case studies are presented and discussed in the learning environment, thus bringing in practical and reflexive role-play workplace scenarios. Learner program outcomes include exposure to the national and provincial structures of the legislation (OH&S & COID) and an understanding of how this ultimately affects their business. Learners are also introduced to the history of the legislation and how it was amended through the years. 

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of those Acts, and sections of legislation, that pertain to OH&S implementation and injury and diseases in the workplace by explaining their requirements 
l Explain necessary reporting procedures and their relevant forms, such as Annexure 1 and WC2, to ensure appropriate procedures are initiated and expedited 
l Explain both legislative requirements and company procedures and the consequences of not following them correctly, resulting in delays and non-conformances 
l Correctly report and IOD or Occupational Disease to the appropriate authority 
l Correctly and effectively carry out an investigation in respect of an injury or disease in the workplace 
l Explain the basic knowledge of the Compensation of Occupational Injuries and Disease Act, the Occupational Diseases for Mines and Works Act and Chapter 23 of the Mine Occupational Health and Safety Act 
l Describe the standard procedure of the reporting of an accident or disease 
l Describe the compensation procedure 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: Basic understanding of the procedure for compensation claims 
Unit Standard Aligned: Yes 

Accident / Incident Investigation
This course is designed to equip employees with the various incident and accident investigation tools / systems when an emergency response is necessary, as well implement control measures in the workplace. Case studies are used to encourage discussion around the relevant documentation on how to lodge a claim for compensation with the Compensation Commissioner, and the importance of understanding the Occupational Health and Safety Act and what the Act states regarding incidents and accidents. 

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l Know the reasons for investigating incidents/ accidents. 
l Know the investigation methods and be able to carry this out. 
l Be able to complete the required documentation and report on suggested corrective action. 
l The OH&S Act requirements for investigation. 
l The Process of Investigation. 
l Documentation required for reporting and claiming compensation. 
l Conduct a full investigation, with reporting, corrective action and follow up. 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: Basic understanding of the procedure for compensation claims 
Unit Standard Aligned: Yes 

Health & Safety Supervisor
This is an excellent management program equipping supervisors, divisional coordinators or managers, with an “all round holistic” health and safety (OH&S) knowledge and the necessary skills to effectively manage their health and safety systems and teams. The program covers the OH&S Representative, Accident and Incident Investigation, the COID and OH&SA Act. The objective is to equip the supervisor with confidence and a structured approach to handing OH&S matters in the organization. 

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l Introduction to the OH&S Act 85 of 1993 
l Legislation regarding OH&S Act compliance Various sections of the act 
   OH&S Act and pertinent regulations 
   Documentation regarding Health & Safety 
l The requirements and functions of a H&S Rep 
   Regular workplace inspections 
   Methods of compliance (Tools) for carrying out H&S Rep Functions Attending meetings 
l Investigate incidents 
l Incident & Accident Investigation Legal Requirements 
   Section 31, 32 & 33 
   Recording of incidents 
   C.O.I.D. Act 130 of 1993 
l A systematic approach to I&A All work locations to eliminate or control hazards 
   Operation methods and practice 
   Training of employees and supervisors 
l Why a Risk Assessments 
   Legal requirements, Planning of inspections, Hazard Identification, Prioritizing risks & Corrective action. 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: 
Unit Standard Aligned: Yes 

Risk Assessment
This exciting “preventative” program, equips learners with the necessary knowledge, skills, tools and confidence to implement and conduct the relevant risk assessments in the work place. Different terminologies like risk management, hazards (perils), risks, non-conformances and corrective measures are explained and become familiar to the learner. 

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l Explaining the legal and specified requirements pertaining to conducting occupational health and safety (OH&S) inspections 
l Planning OH&S inspections and workplace hazard identification 
l Conducting inspections to identify hazards 
l Reporting on OH&S inspections and remedying workplace hazards and associated risks 
l Interpret the Occupational Health and Safety Act with regard to planned inspections, hazard identification and the assessment of risks 
l Formulate and prepare inspection checklists and tools in order to carry out specific audits, pertaining to hazards, in the workplace 
l Complete a workplace audit, listing hazards identified 
l Report on and recommend remedial action, hazards identified and assess the risks accordingly 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: Address workplace hazards and risks 
Unit Standard Aligned: Yes 

Health & Safety Officers
The practical implementation of the C.E.O.’s duties are often directed through an appointed Health & Safety Officer (Safety Manager / Loss Control Officer / EHS Officer or SHEQ Manager). Various titles and terms relating to safety are utilized within the workplace and are generally interchangeable with the same essential goal – implementing Health and Safety in the workplace. The key to a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health of employees is quality training, based on a sound understanding, and interpretation of legal requirements. 

It is with this philosophy in mind that the "Health & Safety Officer" skills program accredited through HWSETA (Health and Welfare), was designed equipping potential Health & Safety Officers with the essential knowledge and management systems and tools, enabling them to successfully manage and begin a career in the field of occupational health and safety environment. 

Course Contents – Learner Program Outcomes
l OH&S ACT FOUNDATIONS: History of OH&S Law in SA, understanding, purpose of the Act & Regulations. Other applicable legislation. The power of Inspectors and structure of DOL. Quality Management Systems. The C.E.O. EHS Representatives. Safety Committees 
l EMPLOYER DUTIES: Section Extract. Implementation of Systems Ensuring Health & Safety. HIRA. Remedial Action. Information, Instruction, Training & Supervision. Intervention. Compliance and Enforcement. Scope of Authority. Reasonably Practicable 
l EMPLOYEE DUTIES: To Self & Others. Compliance & Co-operation. IOD 
l APPOINTMENTS, APPLICATIONS and ACCESS: Appointments. Application in the Workplace. Scaffolds and Ladders. Hazardous Materials. Housekeeping and Site Safety. Access to Premises. Symbolic Signs. Registers and checklists. Tool Safety 
l INVESTIGATION of INCIDENTS: Introduction. The Investigation process. Section 24 & 25. GAR 8 & 9. Reporting and documentation. Annexure I. Statistics and Trends. 
l COID ACT: General. Scope of Application. Report Submission. Report Forms (COID). Medical and Monitoring. 
l HIRA: Risk Assessments. Accident theories. Assessment process. Analysis & control. HIRA review. 
l HIV AWARENESS: Introduction. History and Epidemiology. Defining HIV and AIDS. Transmission. Voluntary Testing and Counseling. Viral Replication. Progression of the Disease. HIV/AIDS Prevention. Healthy Living. 
l PRIMARY EMERGENCY CARE INTERVENTION: Shock. Consciousness. Recovery Position. Safety. Airways. Breathing. CPR. Bleeding. Recovery. Transportation & Reports. 
l FIRE AWARENESS: The Fire Triangle. Classification of Fire. Fire Extinguisher. SOP’s. Practical Exercise. Hazards and Risks. 
l EMERGENCY AND EVACUATION PLANNING: The Premises. General Evacuation Procedures. Emergency Procedures. Key Personnel. Policies. Shut Down and Restart. Available Resources. Training & Records. Roll Call. 

First Aid level 1 
Entry level course on emergency principles and is accredited through the Department of labour, as well as the HWSETA. In level 1, learners are taught how to perform basic life support and first aid in emergencies. Learners are required to cover a certain amount of theoretical knowledge as well as perform determined practical skill competently, such as CPR and Choking. 

First Aid level 1 is the starting point and a learner may progress all the way to First Aid level 3! 

Course Contents - Learner Program Outcomes
l Practical demonstrations and participation by each learner in the practical exercises 

SAQA Unit Standard Title: Perform basic life support and/or First Aid Procedures in Emergencies 
Unit Standard Aligned: DOL 
NQF Level 
SAQA Unit Standard ID: 
Credits: 
Duration: 18 hours 
Delivery method: Contact 
Included in course: Learner workbooks, CPR Pouch, mouthpiece, gloves, refreshments, Certificate