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OHS Supervisors Course Package

The Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Supervisors package is a comprehensive training program designed to provide supervisors, coordinators, and managers with a holistic understanding of health and safety (H&S) principles. The course equips participants with the skills needed to confidently manage health and safety systems, ensure compliance with legislation, and lead H&S teams effectively.

 

Course Objectives

                 Equip supervisors with the knowledge and tools to handle H&S matters confidently.

                 Develop a structured approach to implementing and managing workplace health and safety systems.

                 Meet the requirements outlined in Section 8 of the OHS Act, focusing on the employer's supervisory duties.

 

Course Modules

1.                Legal Liability

·        Overview of employer and employee legal obligations.

·        Implications of non-compliance with OHS legislation.

2.                SHE Representative

·        Roles and responsibilities of a Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) representative.

·        Enhancing collaboration between representatives and management.

3.                Risk Assessment

·        Identifying workplace hazards.

·        Conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing control measures.

1.                Accident/Incident Investigations

·        Principles and procedures for investigating workplace incidents.

·        Root cause analysis and implementing preventive actions.

2.                OHS Supervisor Certification

·        Integrating the knowledge and skills from all modules.

·        Applying the principles learned in a final assessment and practical application session.

 

Course Details

1.                Duration:

·        5 days to complete all modules.

·        1 day for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) certification.

2.                Certification Validity:

·        Certificates are valid for 2 years.

              

Target Groups:

·        Supervisors, H&S coordinators, and managers responsible for overseeing occupational safety.

SAQA Credits:

·        Not accredited with SAQA credits but provides valuable foundational knowledge for SHE framework development.

 

This program is designed to build a strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental management principles, helping participants create and maintain a sound SHE program framework in their organizations.