The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires that workplaces with 10 or more employees, have at least one competent First Aider per shift who is in possession of a valid certificate of competency.
Master the essentials of fire safety with this comprehensive course. Beyond understanding how to operate an extinguisher, this course covers crucial safety hazards and legal considerations.
Empower yourself with essential skills and knowledge to excel as a Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Representative. Ideal for current and aspiring SHE Reps.
The aim of the course is to enable delegates to understand their responsibility regarding compliance to the OHSA from an employer, employee, contractor or manufacturerâs position, and to understand the role of criminal prosecution when failing to comply to the OHSA.
Have the risks in your workplace been monitored and reviewed on a regular basis? We recommend that anyone involved in this critical activity attend our one-day course, which coaches you through the process of planning, implementing and monitoring Risk Assessments.ââ
This course teaches the principles of incident/accident investigation. It is practically based, enabling delegates to understand how to conduct an investigation from the examination of the scene, identify root causes and implement corrective actions, to submitting the report.
The constantly changing nature of construction work differentiates itself from other types of work. A good knowledge of the Construction regulations, will assist and guide employers/employees in the field of construction, in complying with their OHS obligations.
According to the Construction Regulations, all contractors are required to compile a site specific health and safety file. This course is aimed at staff/contractors/safety officers who are required to implement a Safety File according to Company and legal compliance.â
This course is aimed at People who want to pursue a career in the health and safety industry as a health and safety consultant/safety officer, as well as staff/contractors/safety officers who are required to implement a Health and Safety system for their company.
Whatever the nature of your business, it is likely to involve the stacking and storage of goods and materials. Every year accidents occur while goods are being stacked or de-stacked and put into or taken out of storage. Many of these accidents are seriousâsome are fatal.
Nearly all jobs involve some form of manual handling and the use of poor techniques to move material is the most common cause of injury at work. Injuries to the back, shoulders, neck, hands, arms and feet mostly result from moving heavy or awkward loads.â
In the event of a fire breaking out or an emergency occurring, trained employees should be more confident in their ability to deal with the situation. They are more likely to remain calm and follow the emergency procedures you have established. Fire drills should also be conducted at least once a year.
Combining Fire Fighting with Emergency Evacuation Warden training equips your team with the skills to not only control fires but also safely manage evacuations. This dual approach ensures a swift and effective response to emergencies, protecting lives and minimizing damage to plant, machinery and the workplace.
Combining Stacking and Storage with Manual Handling training ensures your team is equipped to safely organize and move materials. This comprehensive approach reduces the risk of injury and enhances workplace efficiency by promoting proper techniques for handling and storing items.
Combining HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) with Incident/Accident Investigation provides a thorough understanding of workplace safety. By identifying risks and effectively investigating incidents, your team can proactively prevent accidents and ensure a safer working environment.