This course provides the learner with a basic knowledge of the responsibilities pertaining to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act).

Formative assessment

• Various activities will be completed online.

Summative assessment

• Written assessment to be done online at the end of the course. Learners must achieve a minimum of 65%.

Course outline

By the end of the course, the learner will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

• the legal liabilities of employers and contractors
• the difference between common law and legislation
• the attributes that need to be addressed
• how to:
  • use and read the OHS Act (including the intention and meaning of the sections)
  • do citation of legal requirements.
• who can assist in making the OHS Act work
• the responsibilities and rights of various role players (in terms of the OHS Act)
• when a health and safety policy is effective
• the basic understanding of how to manage health and safety.