Duration: 1 Day
Price: R800

Course Description

This course provides learners with an overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) requirements relating to the safe use, supervision, and management of plant and machinery in the workplace. Learners will gain an understanding of legal responsibilities, competency requirements, risk management processes, and the practical application of the General Machinery Regulations (GMRs).

The course is designed to assist supervisors, managers, and appointed competent persons in ensuring legal compliance and promoting safe machinery operations within the workplace.

Course Outline

The following topics will be covered during the course:

1. Overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act)
2. Understanding and interpreting occupational health and safety legislation
3. Occupational health and safety terminology and legal liabilities
4. Roles and responsibilities of competent persons overseeing machinery
5. Competency requirements for machinery supervision appointments
6. Appointment and responsibilities of assistants to machinery supervisors
7. Duties of manufacturers, designers, erectors, and installers
8. Importance of risk assessments, audits, and safe operating procedures
9. Permit systems and lock-out procedures
10. Legal requirements and practical application of the General Machinery Regulations (GMRs)
11. Procedures for appointing competent persons
12. Relationship between role players in occupational health and safety

Assessment

Summative Assessment:
A written assessment will be completed at the end of the course.