About Course
Entry Requirements
Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematical Literacy.
Purpose
This qualification aims to prepare a learner to work as an Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner serving as a facilitator and advisor to employees and management regarding safety and health aspects in the workplace including the monitoring and inspecting of the workplace, the recording and investigation of incidents and accidents. The Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner is also responsible for implementing and maintaining Occupational Health and Safety systems to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
Modules
The qualification is divided into knowledge module, practical skills module, and workplace experience module.
Knowledge Modules
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KM-01: Fundamentals of Occupational Health and Safety.
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KM-02: Fundamentals of Communication.
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KM-03: Occupational Health and Safety applications.
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KM-04: Occupational Health and Safety Management.
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KM-05: Operations Management and Supervision.
Practical Skills Modules
- PM-01: Represent the needs of employees regarding Occupational Health and Safety matters.
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PM-02: Inspect workplaces, identify hazards and risks, and take immediate action to ensure health and safety in the workplace.
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PM-03: Consult with employees and raise their needs and issues.
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PM-04: Inspect workplaces and environments to identify occupational health and safety hazards and determine the risks associated with the work.
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PM-05: Coordinate the work activities of occupational, health and safety representatives.
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PM-06: Develop a risk profile and legal register for a designated work area.
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PM-07: Establish, maintain, and improve the health and safety documentation and reporting systems, controls, and processes.
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PM-08: Advice on the establishment maintenance and improvement of emergency response and preparedness.
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PM-09: Manage the effectiveness of operational Occupational Health and Safety Systems.
Workplace Experience Modules
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WM-01: Workplace examination processes.
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WM-02: Processes of representing the occupational health and safety needs of employees.
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WM-03: Occupational risk management processes.
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WM-04: Processes of selecting, appointing, and managing occupational health and safety representatives.
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WM-05: Processes of developing and implementing occupational health and safety systems.
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WM-06: Processes of monitoring and improving occupational health and safety systems.
Mode of Delivery
Distance/Online delivery.
Work Opportunities
After completing the qualification, you can work as:
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Safety, Health, and Quality Practitioner.
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Safety Coordinator.
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Safety and Health Advisor.
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Occupational Safety and Health assistant.
Course Fees
Full Cost:
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Once of full payment upfront: R26 950.00
Payment Options:
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Once-off Registration Fee: R2 500.00.
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12 months: R2 246.00
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18 months: R1 497.00
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23 months: R1 172.00
Course Duration
23 months
Articulation Options
- Horizontal Articulation: National Diploma: Occupational Safety, NQF Level 5 (ID 79808).
- Vertical Articulation: There are no cognate qualifications developed at Level 6 on OQSF.