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Occupational Health and Safety Online Short Course

Enhance employee safety and contentment in the workplace, while guaranteeing your business adheres to local regulations.

22 January 2024

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Course overview

The number of workers around the world who die annually as a result of occupational accidents or diseases. International Labour Organization (2020).

The year-on-year decrease in the number of fatalities recorded in South Africa’s mining industry from 2018 to 2019. South African Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (Oct, 2020).

Duration: 10 weeks (excluding orientation)

In South Africa, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 requires local businesses with more than 20 employees to have adequate health and safety measures in place. Unfortunately, many companies lack a clear understanding of their legal obligations or how to establish effective health and safety management systems in the workplace. As a result, the role of occupational health and safety (OHS) officers is essential to ensure compliance and promote a safe working environment for employees.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) offers an online short course in Occupational Health and Safety to provide professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet legal requirements and create a productive work environment. Through this course, students will learn how to identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, manage workplace stressors, compile investigative reports, and oversee OHS training within their organisation. Upon completion, students will have acquired valuable competencies that can be applied to a wide range of corporate and industrial settings, and will be awarded a certificate attesting to their proficiency in occupational health and safety.

Is this course for you?

This online course offers a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking to advance their career prospects in the occupational health and safety (OHS) field. The programme caters to professionals new to the industry and those who wish to enhance their existing qualifications. This Saiosh-accredited course is also highly recommended for business leaders who want to prioritise employee safety and satisfaction and ensure compliance with regulations. With a 10-week duration, the online learning approach provides a structured yet flexible learning environment that allows students to balance their work and personal commitments. Additionally, the course offers comprehensive tutor support throughout to ensure students' success. By completing this course, individuals can improve their knowledge and skills, and expand their career opportunities in the OHS sector.

GetSmarter is accredited by the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Saiosh), a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)-registered professional body for occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals. Saiosh administers professional accreditation and industry insights for OHS professionals in South Africa. By completing this Occupational Health and Safety online short course from the University of Cape Town (UCT), you’ll gain locally recognised and Saiosh-endorsed professional skills.

Saiosh has accredited this online short course as meeting the academic requirements for 5 CPD points. As such, students may be eligible to qualify for Saiosh membership at a technical or associate level, depending on their years of work experience. Technical Membership criteria include an accredited certificate at NQF Level 5 or equivalent and two years’ experience. Should students not meet these criteria, they can apply for a non-professional Associate Level Membership, which requires an NQF Level 5 certificate or equivalent and less than two years’ experience.*

*The Saiosh registration board is responsible for determining the grade of students when applying. Thus, GetSmarter and UCT bear no responsibility for the claiming or validation of these endorsed professional skills with Saiosh.

Introduction

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Orientation module

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Introduction to OHS

Organisation of health and safety management

Risk assessment and control

Managing hazards

Managing machinery, power sources and other equipment

Managing hazardous substances

Managing health stressors and training

Managing construction activities and incidents

Preventing, preparing for and responding to fires

Managing health and safety performance

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Colin Barker

Compliance Manager

As a complete novice to occupational health and safety (OHS) and online learning, I found the content to be very informative and interesting. The course is logical, well-planned, and flows easily from one module to the next. Now that I have completed this course, I feel that I have a good understanding of OHS and have been enabled to go forward with this newly acquired knowledge. Networking with other students was extremely beneficial as it gave me the opportunity to experience other people's challenges and expertise.

Course Convenor

Lindani Mkhwanazi

Lecturer, Department of Commercial Law, UCT

About the certificate

Explore approaches to occupational health and safety, and earn an official certificate of completion from the University of Cape Town.

Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the course handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the course.

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At the beginning of each module you'll be presented with the course content and assignments necessary for completion. You also have access to your Success Adviser who will help you manage your time, and support you with any administrative or technical queries you might have.

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NEBOSH Training | NEBOSH Award In Health And Safety At Work Training in Cape Town

• Attain in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals of workplace health and safety.
• Familiarise yourself with accident investigation techniques and their preventive measures.
• Maintain safety at your organisation with the NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety.

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NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Course Outline

Element 1: Why and How You Manage Health and Safety?

• Moral, Legal, and Financial Reasons and Benefits for Managing Health and Safety
• Managing Health and Safety Consistently Well

Element 2: Dealing with Common Workplace Hazards

• General Workplace Issues
• Violence and Aggression
• Work-Related Stress
• Hazardous Chemicals and Substances
• Substance Abuse
• Electricity
• Manual Handling
• Noise and Vibration
• Work Equipment
• Work at Height
• Workplace Transport

Element 3: Stopping Incidents and Ill-health Before They Happen

• Inspecting the Workplace
• Risk Assessment Theory

Element 4: Learning from Incidents

• Why Investigating Incidents Makes Sense
• A Simple Four-step Approach to Investigations

Who should attend this NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Course?

The NEBOSH (The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) Award in Health and Safety at Work Course is a foundational course that will help delegates to better manage and implement safety and health protocols within their organisations.

This NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work Award Training is especially beneficial for the following professionals:

• HR Executives
• Operational Managers
• Team Leaders
• Safety and Compliance Managers
• Line Supervisors
• Site Engineers
• Risk Assessment Specialists

Prerequisites of the NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Course

There are no formal prerequisites for the NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Course. However, a basic level of English language proficiency is required.

NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Course Overview

The NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work is a pivotal course among all the Health and Safety Courses by NEBOSH. It is tailored for individuals keen to grasp the essentials of workplace safety and health. Out of all NEBOSH Courses, this NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work Course aims to address this need, providing delegates with a holistic view of common workplace hazards and preventive strategies.

Proficiency in safety and health is not merely a regulatory requirement but a strategic asset for organisations. Ensuring a safe work environment reduces incidents, fosters employee morale, and can even boost productivity. While NEBOSH Courses like this are accessible to all, professionals like HR Executives, Team Leaders, Managers, and especially those directly involved in workplace safety protocols will greatly benefit from mastering its content.

This intensive 3-day training on the NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work Award Course offered by The Knowledge Academy provides a deep dive into the realm of safety and health. Delegates will emerge equipped with actionable insights into managing safety and health, understanding workplace hazards, and implementing preventive measures.

Course Objectives:

• To develop a fundamental understanding of Health and Safety principles for maintaining a safe workplace environment
• To gain knowledge of the legal framework governing Health and Safety in the workplace
• To learn skills in identifying workplace hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective control measures
• To understand the importance of effective communication and its role in promoting a positive safety and health culture
• To learn accident investigation techniques and effective measures to ensure continuous improvement     

Upon completing this NEBOSH Training Course, delegates gain a comprehensive understanding of core Health and Safety principles, including hazard recognition, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. They also hone their skills in conducting practical risk assessments, implementing hazard control measures, and responding to workplace emergencies.

What's included in this NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Course?

• NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Assessment
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Certification
• Digital Delegate Pack

NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Assessment Information

The NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work Assessment helps to evaluate an individual's basic understanding of workplace health and safety principles. It is suitable for anyone looking to gain a foundational awareness of health and safety practices, often serving as a stepping stone to more advanced NEBOSH qualifications. 

Assessment Type:  

Unit HSA1: Health and Safety at Work 

• Assessment Type – Practical Assessment 
• Assessment Time - 3 hours (approx.) 
• Pass Marks – 75%, or 45/60 Marks 
• Entry Requirement – No 

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To keep you comfortable during your course we offer a fully air conditioned environment.

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This location has full video conferencing equipment.

Cape Town has a population of around 430,000 inhabitants and is the third most popular place to live in South Africa. The city is the legislative capital of the country. The city has been named the world design capital. Cape Town has an unemployment rate of around 25% of residents not working. The city is the largest tourist destination in the whole of Africa, Its largest selling point is Table Mountain.The western Cape Education Department looks after all of the primary and secondary school in the district. The district is divided into seven, Metropole Central, North, South, and East. Cape Town has three universities, the University of Cape Town, the University of the Western Cape and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. The University of Cape Town has around 26,000 enrolled students, it is the oldest university in South Africa. The university has been ranked the best university within Africa. 

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Our easy to use Virtual platform allows you to sit the course from home with a live instructor. You will follow the same schedule as the classroom course, and will be able to interact with the trainer and other delegates.

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Our fully interactive online training platform is compatible across all devices and can be accessed from anywhere, at any time. All our online courses come with a standard 90 days access that can be extended upon request. Our expert trainers are constantly on hand to help you with any questions which may arise.

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This is our most popular style of learning. We run courses in 1200 locations, across 200 countries in one of our hand-picked training venues, providing the all important ‘human touch’ which may be missed in other learning styles.

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All our trainers are highly qualified, have 10+ years of real-world experience and will provide you with an engaging learning experience.

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We only use the highest standard of learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable and distraction-free as possible

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We limit our class sizes to promote better discussion and ensuring everyone has a personalized experience

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This is the same great training as our classroom learning but carried out at your own business premises. This is the perfect option for larger scale training requirements and means less time away from the office.

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Health and Safety Training Courses in Cape Town

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Arriving by car

From N1 or N2 take M5 (South), then the Klipfontein Road off-ramp. 

 Cross over Klipfontein Road with the Red Cross Children's Hospital on your left, and follow Milner Road. 

At the next traffic lights, turn right into Park Road, which becomes Belmont Road. 

On your right, turn into the driveway shared with St Joseph's College.

Ready to study IOSH or NEBOSH classroom courses with Phoenix in Cape Town? Book now and you'll study at a modern conference facility in the southern suburbs, overlooked by Table Mountain.

Just outside the city centre in a mainly residential suburb, J&J Conferences at Belmont Square is a dedicated events venue, easy to reach by car, bus or train. It’s also only a 15-minute drive from Cape Town International Airport.

The health and safety training courses we provide here are suitable for professionals at all levels across every industry. No previous qualifications are required, and there's no need to be currently working in a health and safety role.

This is a popular, long-established venue for training, with high-speed wi-fi and a choice of air-conditioned meeting rooms, each featuring the latest AV equipment.

If you have chosen a multi-day course and require an overnight stay, you’ll be accommodated by one of the many nearby hotels.

Above all, you will benefit from the expertise of Phoenix Health and Safety tutors, famous for their ability to inspire students from diverse backgrounds. Their approach to IOSH and NEBOSH training will send you back to work eager to promote safe working practices, wellbeing and productivity.

Why choose a classroom course in Cape Town from Phoenix?

Face-to-face support from experienced tutors.

Our health and safety trainers are on-hand to answer any questions you have. They will help you to interpret and understand the course content and prepare you for the examination.

Interact with fellow students

Studying at a training centre means you can network with fellow like-minded professionals, exchange advice, and expand your network.

Focused study

Our classroom-based courses allow you to study in a dedicated training centre, free from workplace distractions.

First-class facilities

Most of our training venues have parking, Wi-Fi, and a hotel located on-site, in case you need to stay overnight. We also provide lunch and refreshments.

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Nebosh international general certificate.

The NEBOSH International General Certificate course provides a general overview of health and safety, ideal for managers, supervisors, or employee representatives based outside the UK/non-UK nationals.

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We supply everything you need for any of our classroom health and safety courses, including course materials, stationery and so on.

You are, of course, welcome to provide your own pens and paper if you prefer, but this is not necessary.

There is no dress code. We would suggest wearing something comfortable - formal business clothing is not necessary if a casual outfit feels better.

Yes, lunch and refreshments are included for full-day and multi-day training courses.

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Health and Safety Officer: 10 Days – R9,895.00 ex VAT

Health and Safety Officers  are responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing an organization’s  health and safety strategy  and assist in ensuring that all employees, visitors, and contractors are safe and that the organization achieves compliance with the  Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act 85 of 1993  requirements.

A business and the management team need “OHS peace of mind” and knowing that the health and safety officer is taking care of the organization’s  OHS requirements. Studies have shown that most incidents and accidents can be avoided, as they are generally caused by unrecognised hazards and risks either from employee errors, faulty equipment, bad habits, and practice, etc. The health and safety officer will assist in reducing this risk and the unnecessary possibility of incidents, accidents, and ill health occurring!

The roles and responsibilities of a Health and Safety Officer include:

• Assisting in ensuring that the employer and all employees comply with the OHS Act
• Review, plan and assist in implement OHS policies, procedures, and strategy
• Assist with advice in compiling the annual OHS budget
• Conduct annual risk assessments to ensure that hazards and risks have been identified and have been addressed appropriately 
• Conduct incident and accident investigations together with health and safety representatives
• Advise and inform employees on various OHS initiatives and strategy;
• Prepare regular in-service health and safety training and communication topics;
• Ensure that the OHS team is trained in first aid, firefighting, evacuation planning, health, and safety, etc
• Works with HR to assist in conducting health and safety induction programs for all new employees
• Enforces the necessary measures to ensure health and safety objectives are met etc

Health and Safety Officer Course Content and Modules:

• First Aid Level 1 – The health and safety officer must assist with emergencies where necessary, but also have a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities of first aiders and how they can operate effectively as a team, should an accident occur. The  first aid level 1 training course  is completed in full 
• Firefighting  – They need to understand the theory behind fires, how firefighting equipment is used and serviced, and how to implement fire prevention measures and strategies in the workplace. The firefighting course is completed in full 
• Evacuation Procedures  – Health and safety officers also need to understand the importance of efficiently evacuating the entire workplace premises in emergency conditions and evacuations, how the evacuation changes for different types of emergencies, the roles, and responsibilities of the OHS teams, the laws pertaining to evacuation procedures and requirements – The evacuation planning course is completed in full 
• Occupational Health & Safety Act – They require a holistic general understanding of the  OHS Act  and which sections and regulations are critical to ensure that the company is OHS Act compliant
• Incident Investigation  –They also need to conduct thorough incident investigations, to identify unsafe working conditions or acts, determine the real cause, make recommendations and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Risk Assessment –  Annual risk assessments are needed to identify objects, procedures, or processes that are hazards and which pose a risk to the employees, visitors, and organisation as a whole. Control measures must then be suggested, reviewed, and implemented to eliminate, mitigate and effectively control these risks
• H&S Management Systems – They will be taught how to effectively implement an  H&S management system , which includes health and safety policies, structures, administration, culture, communication, objectives, etc.

The course is R9,895.00 excluding VAT. 

Duration of the course:

Health and Safety Officer is a 10-day course.

Certification:

The delegates will be issued a certificate once they have successfully completed the 10-day course. 

Absolute Health Services has training venues in Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. Delegates can be attended at any of those venues on public course dates, or on-site at your premises if you have a minimum of 8 delegates to attend the course.

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Making your workplace a safer workspace

At SAFETECH, we provide nationally accredited First Aid, Fire and Safety training to employers & employees across the Western Cape. Our outstanding training in English, Afrikaans and Xhosa, our accreditation by SETA and the Department of Labour, and our Health Professionals Council registered facilitators are but a few of the reasons why SAFETECH is the logical choice.

How can we help?

First Aid Level 1

Day-to-day emergencies like CPR, burns, fractures and work place safety. Ideal for workplace first aid providers.

First Aid Level 2

Gain the skills required to recognise and respond to injuries and emergencies, using the basic life support measures taught by SafeTech.

First Aid Level 3

People who are exposed to a high level of risk in their organisation will definitely benefit from this course.

Fire Fighting Level 1

Designed to ensure the learners know and understand how to prevent, contain and extinguish fires.

Fire Fighting Level 2

With advanced equipment and techniques, we further develop a learner’s fire fighting skills.

Emergency Evacuation Warden

Specifically designed for persons who have to facilitate and assist with the evacuation of a building during emergencies.

Breathing Apparatus

Acquire the skills and knowledge to use a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus in the work place.

Health & Safety Representative Training

A practical focus on the role and responsibilities of the Health & Safety Representatives at work.

Health & Safety for Supervisors and Managers

Focussing on the role and responsibilities of the employer and management.

Advanced Health & Safety Representative

Further build and develop your Health & Safety Representative skills, knowledge and competencies.

Health & Safety Induction

Introducing your staff to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, common hazards, safe working procedures and other control measures.

Occupational Health & Safety Act Seminar

Learn how to easily implement the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 (OHSA) within your company.

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Accredited Qualifications

Rest assured in the knowledge that all our courses and training methods are continuously updated to keep in line with Department of Labour and HW SETA standards. You will receive the best quality training when selecting any course through us.

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• Tel: 021 982 2771
• Fax: 086 669 6093
• Address: PO Box 1305 Brackenfell, 7561

Faculty of Health Sciences

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Health and Safety at the Faculty of Health Sciences

Our vision is to achieve Zero Harm , a healthy and productive workforce & student life through the effective management of occupational health risks in all our managed campuses. 

Zero Harm : It’s an idea that’s at the foundation of our approach to occupational health and safety. We believe that none of our people should be injured or contract any form of illness while at work, studying or visiting.

We believe our people are our key asset and we do not accept that it is necessary for people to be made ill or injured whilst working for us, studying or visiting the Faculty of Health Sciences. All employees and students should be able to return home fit and well at the end of each day and/or academic period.

Doing everything to keep you safe

Every workplace will always carry some kind of risk, but we’re working towards a future where that never means serious illness, injury or loss of life. We know what the biggest risks are and we’re putting improved rules and standards in place to ensure effective management and control.

Our faculty will strive to increase and improve reporting of and learning from high potential incidents (HPIs) as a preventative tool to improve health and safety performance. 

Building Healthy Lives

We need our students and employees to be healthy, happy, engaged and fulfilled during their period of study, work and in life. It makes us safer, more productive and a stronger force for good in the environment where we operate.

We tackle the threats to health and wellbeing wherever we find them, with separate programmes for checking the health of our people, for creating a healthier working environment and for encouraging healthy lifestyles.

Ensuring Proper Controls at our Biosafety Facilities

• All Biosafety Laboratory users are mandated to use proper facilities for different Biosafety levels.
• only persons who have received adequate training for working under those laboratory conditions will be authorised to enter these areas.

Accident and Illness Reporting

Report all occupational injuries or illnesses (including exposures to hazardous materials and work-related repetitive stress injuries) within 24 hours of the occurrence. 

Health and Safety representatives are responsible for ensuring that all occupational injuries and illnesses are reported, and corrective actions are documented. 

Occupational health nurses and Occupational Health and Safety Manager review all accident and illness reports and corrective actions and conduct further investigation and follow-up as necessary. All accidents and incident reports are then reviewed at the Health and Safety Committee meetings.

What is Expected of Staff and Students During Emergencies?

• Follow evacuation procedures and proceed to emergency assembly points as soon as possible. Request emergency assistance if needed. Assist persons who are injured, have disabilities, or who have other special needs.
• Follow the instructions of evacuation marshals and any others who have designated authority and responsibilities during an emergency.
• Follow procedures to assist co-workers and students with protection and personal safety; provide, or obtain, emergency assistance as needed.

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Cape Town Branch

EMCARE’s Cape Town branch is situated at Unit 12, 2nd Floor, Block C, Sable Square, Milnerton - Century City. Our growth can be attributed to our world class service excellence across all sectors of our business. Sable Square is accessible from all major highways including the N1, N2 ,R300 , N7 and M5.

Our new training centre boasts 2 interactive training rooms each with capacity to host 20 learners. We have an additional venue at Sable Square with the capacity to host 50 learners. Each of our 3 venues is well ventilated with temperature control. There is adequate safe and accessible parking for learners. We invite you to visit our training centre for a cup of coffee and a discussion on how we can assist you with your workplace Health and Safety training , compliance, and equipment supply requirements.

As an accredited OHS provider, we offer Legal Compliance training e.g. Firefighting, First Aid, Health & Safety, Safety Officer, Emergency Evacuation, (onsite or join our public courses) to name a few, as well as our very own unique OHS Management System to assist corporates in becoming legally compliant.

EMCARE has expanded our footprint nationally becoming ‘Your National Legal Compliance Training Partner’ thus allowing for a single standard of exceptional training for individuals and corporations nationwide.

We aim to provide accredited training to our valued clients in order to ensure you are legally compliant. Our dedicated and skilled staff members are capable and always on hand to assist in ensuring you remain compliant.

Our world class training centres have trained and up-skilled numerous candidates and healthcare professionals from around South Africa and the world.

Our Facilitators, Assessors, and Moderators are subject matter experts in their relevant field and are suitably qualified in their field of training. In addition to this all our training is fully accredited with the relevant local accreditation authorities.

List of Cape Town courses:

• - Confined Space Entry Course (CS)
• - Safe Stacking & Storage Course (SSS)
• - Legal Liability Course (LL)
• - Lock out and Permit to Work Course (LO)
• - OHS Workshop (OHS10)
• - OHS Act Course (OHS9)
• - CPR & AED Course (AED)
• - COIDA Course (OHS12)
• - Basic First Aid / First Aid Refresher Course (FAR)
• - First Aid Level 1 Course (FA1)
• - First Aid Level 2 Course (FA2)
• - First Aid Level 3 Course (FA3)
• - HIV/AIDS Awareness Course (AAT)
• - Health & Safety Induction Course (OHS1/2)
• - Health & Safety Representative Course (OHS3)
• - Risk Assessment Course (OHS6)
• - Safety Plus Course Package A.K.A Safety Officer Course Package (SO)
• - Basic Fire Fighting / Fire Marshal Course (BFF)
• - Basic Fire Awareness Course (BFA)
• - Breathing Apparatus Course (SCBA1)
• - Hazardous Material Handling Course (HMH)
• - Intermediate Fire Fighting Course (IFF)
• - Emergency Evacuation Procedures Course (OHS13)
• - Accident Incident Investigation Course (OHS5)
• - General Health & Safety Course / Apply Health & Safety to a work area (OHS7)
• - OHS Supervisors Course Package (OHSS)

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Wasindisa Group Health & Safety

Where Your Needs, Become Our Priority!

The changes of First Aid Training in South Africa as of 01 April 2021

Wasindisa is a leading Occupational Health & Safety provider, offering accredited and unit standard aligned courses to all industry sectors. With course content Accredited by FP&M SETA and being a proud corporate member of SAIOSH , we provide tailor-made, High-Quality business solutions to all of our clients across the Western Cape ensuring safety and compliance.

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Occupational Health & Safety Act

Incident Investigations

SHE Representative

Basic Firefighting

Fire Marshall

What our clients have to say.

Based on the Health & Safety Representative training we received from Wasindisa Group, I would highly recommend the OHS training services! Their facilitation of this course exceeded my expectations in terms of pre-training correspondence, coordination, punctuality, facilitation competency, course content material and reporting.

It is with much fervour that we recommend the training services of Wasindisa Group. Their course outcomes met our expectations, the structure and pace of the courses was also well accepted by our staff. The Facilitators have an impressive presentation style with opportunities to engage. In addition to the above, their training costs are affordable. We are happy to recommend the services of Wasindisa Group!

Incident Investigation

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Legal Liability

Be in demand with our professional training.

Wasindisa provides quality training and development interventions and solutions, ensuring that our Clients receive current, professional and quality training that adds value at all times.

Our learning material is designed in such a way not only to help course participants grow, as well as organsiations as a whole. Our goal is for Clients to receive valued return on their investment and thereby affording Wasindisa the opportunity to add to our Clients brand integrity.

Wasindisa strives to raise a standard of quality in the training and development industry that adds value to Clients brand integrity.

Wasindisa strives to be a leader in training and development interventions applying workable solutions across all industry sectors providing innovative comprehensive training solutions.

To Deliver quality accredited training that adds value to Clients all over South Africa.

To empower Clients to provide world-class services in all sectors of the South African economy while enabling our Clients to apply best practices within their operations and promoting a healthy work/life balance for all employees.

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