Workplace Health and Safety Management

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Workplace Health and Safety Management

Introduction:

In this course you will explore essential topics such as compliance with South Africa’s legal framework, risk assessment techniques, emergency preparedness, ergonomics, and the development of effective safety policies and procedures. The course emphasises proactive safety management and employee engagement to build a strong safety culture.

Introduction:

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Self-Paced Study
Publisher: LearnHUB, Powered by Regent Business School
Certification: A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all candidates who successfully complete the requirements of the programme.
Take your time and ensure to carefully engage with every aspect of this course, to ensure adequate preparation for the final assessment. A minimum of 80% is required to pass.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Interpret South African legal requirements for occupational health and safety, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
Conduct risk assessments and apply hazard identification techniques to retail environments.
Develop and implement safety policies and procedures aligned to compliance standards and organisational goals.
Design and evaluate emergency preparedness plans for a variety of workplace scenarios.
Apply ergonomic principles to reduce workplace injuries and enhance employee well-being.
Promote a positive safety culture by engaging employees and encouraging proactive safety behaviours.
Analyse real-world case studies (such as Rana Plaza) to draw lessons on the consequences of poor safety management.

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