Why Attend
This course provides an understanding of the structure, contents, and applicability of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
It covers the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace for general industries. It also provides information regarding employers’ responsibilities as defined by OSHA and focuses on the implementation of effective safety programs and record-keeping requirements.
Course Methodology
This course will be highly interactive and include group discussions, case studies and syndicate work.
Depending on the participants’ backgrounds, the course outline may vary and focus on the areas specific to their industry and function requirements.
All participants will receive the OSHA General Industry Regulations handbook which they can bring back to their organization for future reference.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain and apply the contents of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration 29CFR1910 (OSHA) standards
- Prepare an effective safety program that will also increase employee morale and productivity, and reduce overall costs
- Describe the training requirements of OSHA standards and identify the training topics that their organization’s employees will need
- Apply the record-keeping requirements of OSHA to maintain an effective workplace injury log
- Distinguish the difference between workers’ rights and employers’ responsibilities as defined by OSHA
Target Audience
This course is designed for health and safety directors, field supervisors, engineers, safety professionals, site managers and anyone seeking better knowledge of the rules and regulations that govern workplace safety requirements.
Target Competencies
- Understanding OSHA
- Complying with health and safety
- Applying safety measures
- Implementing safety training requirements
- Record keeping
Location:
South AfricaTraining Dates:
Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.Course Duration:
Unit Standard: 115101
NQF Level: 2
Number of Credits: 4
Course Fees
Note: Please fill in the online application form on the left or bottom if this page to receive a quotation with detailed pricing from AATICD.How to Apply:
To Apply Simply Fill in the Online Enquiries / Applications form on the Right Sidebar or Bottom of this website https://www.aaticd.co.zaNB: Terms and Conditions for Payment and Refunds
1.1. Full payment for the training workshop must be made at least 5 days before the scheduled workshop date.
1.2. Payment can be made via bank transfer, credit card, or any other agreed-upon method.
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1.4. Any form of Payment means that trainee / delegate / client receiving the training accepts the training and agrees to these terms and conditions.
2. Cancellation and Refund Policy
2.1. Cancellations made 30 days or more before the workshop date will be eligible for a full refund, minus any administrative fees.
2.2. Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before the workshop date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the total payment.
2.3. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the workshop date will not be eligible for a refund.
2.4. Participants who fail to attend the workshop without prior notice will not be eligible for a refund.
3. Rescheduling
3.1. If a participant wishes to reschedule, a request must be submitted at least 14 days in advance, subject to availability.
3.2. A rescheduling fee may apply.
4. Workshop Cancellation by the Organizer
4.1. AATICD reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to low enrolment, trainer unavailability, or force majeure events.
4.2. In the event of cancellation by AATICD, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to attend a rescheduled session.
4.3. AATICD is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by participants, such as travel or accommodation expenses.
5. Refund Processing
5.1. Approved refunds will be processed within 7 business days from the date of cancellation approval.
5.2. Refunds will be issued using the original payment method unless otherwise agreed.
6. Contact Information
For any questions regarding payments and refunds, please contact us at:
Email: apply@aaticd.co.za
Phone: +27 73 016 5042
By registering for the workshop, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.
In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.
Course Outline
- Introduction to OSHA
- Importance of OSHA
- Employees’ rights and employers’ responsibilities under OSHA
- Contents of OSHA standards
- Inspections of the workplace
- Fundamentals of a safe workplace
- Walking and working surfaces
- Hazard communication course and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Exit route, emergency action plans, fire prevention plans, and fire protection
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Fall protection
- Lockout/Tagout – requirements and periodic inspection
- Introduction to industrial hygiene
- History of industrial hygiene
- Role of the safety professional
- Industrial hygiene fundamentals
- Industrial hygiene concepts and key terms
- Employee exposure and medical records
- Industry-specific standards
- Hazardous, flammable and combustible materials
- Confined space: permit required, hazards, courses, rescue
- Machine guarding: hazards, requirements, methods
- Welding, cutting, and brazing
- Power industrial trucks
- Bloodborne pathogens
- Exposure control plan
- Engineering and work practice controls
- Hepatitis B vaccination requirements
- What to do if an exposure occurs
- Training requirements
- Medical recordkeeping requirements
- Sharps injury log
- Safety and health programs
- Benefits of effective safety and health programs
- Major elements
- Management commitment
- Policy and goals
- Employee involvement
- Responsibility
- Worksite analysis
- Safety and health inspections
- Hazard prevention control
- Controlling the hazards
- Hazard prevention planning
- Safety and health training
- Safety and health orientation
- Supervisor responsibilities
- Specific training needs