Occupational Health Safety

A learner accredited with this unit standard will be able to demonstrate applied competence in occupational health, safety awareness of environmental issues and general housekeeping based on statutory and industry requirements.

Upon completion of the learning programme, learners will be able to use the correct protective clothing and equipment, implement and comply with relevant procedures and implement the selected mechanisms for the minimising of risks.

Learning Outcomes:

• Employer and Employee Responsibilities relating to Health, Safety and the Environment
• Implementing and complying with relevant procedures
  • The Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Department of Labour
  • Power of Inspectors
• Health and Safety Committee
  • Chairperson
  • SHE Representative
    • Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
  • Committee Members
  • Advisors
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Safety Signs and Symbols
• Reporting unsafe work practices and procedures
• Workers and Employers Responsibilities
• Contingency Plans for Emergencies
• Housekeeping
• Developing a good housekeeping plan
• Improvements in the workplace
• Injury and Illness Prevention Programme
• Incident and Accident Investigation
• HIRA – Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• Implementing selected mechanisms for the minimizing of risks
• HIV/ Aids awareness