Welcome to Introduction OHS Act: Understand the Foundation of Safety
If you are a student interested in workplace safety or considering a career in health and safety management, this comprehensive course on the Introduction OHSA Act 85 of 1993 (South Africa) provides the essential foundation you need. Gain insights into how the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) established a legal framework to ensure every campus, laboratory, and industrial environment is safe for all.
- Explore the Structure and Objectives: Understand why the OHSA Act was enacted and how it governs both employers and employees.
- Key Definitions and Roles: Learn important terms, including ’employer’, ’employee’, and ‘health and safety representative’.
- Rights and Responsibilities: Analyze the responsibilities placed on different stakeholders to maintain a safe learning and working environment.
- Case Studies & Real-world Application: Examine real case studies to see the direct impact of the Act in educational settings and entry-level workplaces.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the key elements of the OHSA Act 85 of 1993
- Interpret basic legal requirements and responsibilities related to health and safety
- Apply your knowledge to real-world academic and work settings, keeping yourself and others safe
Start your journey into Occupational Health and Safety today and build a safer future for yourself and your peers!
Course Features
- Lectures 8
- Quizzes 4
- Duration 3 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 274
- Assessments Yes
- 4 Sections
- 8 Lessons
- 1 Day
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- Understanding the Purpose of the OHSA Act 85 of 1993Gain essential background on why the OHSA Act exists and its core intentions for workplace safety in South Africa.3
- Key Terms and Stakeholders in the OHSA ActIdentify important definitions and the main people involved in creating a safe workplace according to the OHSA Act.3
- Rights and Responsibilities Under the ActAnalyze the legal duties and rights of both employers and employees to promote a safe and healthy environment.3
- Real-World Applications and Case StudiesApply your knowledge through case studies and learn how the OHSA Act is relevant in academic and work settings.3
