Safety Training Courses
Employee compliance training is an essential prerequisite to any organization’s risk management, governance and compliance initiatives. Ensuring that employees at all levels are equipped with the knowledge and skills to reduce workplace incidents and that they understand regulations that apply to their daily roles is essential to ensuring that compliance regulations are met in the workplace.
We are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of training to our clients and learners and with a passionate and enthusiastic approach, our trainers create an interactive environment which helps to promote learning. Our courses are SETA accredited, are nationally recognised and can be tailored to your specific needs.
First Aid - Level 1
Duration: 2 Days
The Department of Labour regulation states that ''an employer shall take all reasonable steps that are necessary under the circumstances, to ensure that persons at work receive prompt first aid treatment in case of injury or emergency''. The employer is required to provide first aid training. Our first aid training course will provide learners the necessary skills to respond to a workplace emergency and teach them how to perform basic life support and first aid in emergencies. Learners will cover theoretical knowledge and will learn vital practical procedures using medical simulation mannequins.
Course Content
- Principles and First Aid and Safety
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology
- Emergency Scene Management
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
- Choking and Airway Obstruction
- Assessment of a Patient
- Shock
- Injury Emergencies
- Dressing and Bandaging
- Burns
- Head and Spinal Injuries
- Heart Attacks
- Strokes
- Unconsciousness and Fainting
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees designated to be first aiders. Individuals who want to learn basic first aid.
Certification
- First Aid Level One.
(Subject to completion of a practical and written assessment) - Valid for 3 (Three) years
First Aid - Level 2 & 3
Duration: 5 Days
The Department of Labour requires the appointment of first aiders where more than 10 workers are employed at a workplace. The employer is required to provide first aid training. Our first aid level 2 and 3 courses provide the training, assessment and certification to become a qualified first aider. Alongside meeting these requirements, you will also be equipped with the knowledge and skills to administer a wide variety of first aid techniques in the workplace with confidence – from treating minor wounds to saving the lives of colleagues in life-threatening situations. Learners will cover theoretical knowledge and will have to perform practical skills.
Course Content
- Principles and First Aid and Safety
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology
- Emergency Scene Management
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
- Choking and Airway Obstruction
- Assessment of a Patient
- Shock
- Injury Emergencies
- Dressing and Bandaging
- Burns
- Head and Spinal Injuries
- Heart Attacks and Strokes
- Diabetes
- Unconsciousness and Fainting
- Convulsions and Epilepsy
- Eye, Ear and Hand Injuries
- Bites and Stings
- Pelvic and Abdominal Injuries
- Maternity
- Environmental Emergencies
- Transporting a Patient – Rescue Carry
- Water Accidents
- HIV/AIDS
- Basic Contents of a First Aid Kit
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees designated to become a fully qualified first aider at work.
Certification
- First Aid Level 2 & 3.
(Subject to completion of a practical and written assessment) - Valid for 3 (Three) years
Basic Fire Fighting
Duration: 1 Day
It is the responsibility of employers to ensure that their staff are adequately trained on what to do in the event of fire. Our basic fire training course will teach employees how to prevent fires from starting, how to use a fire extinguisher and what to do when a fire starts in the workplace. This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to protect themselves and others in the event of a fire. This involves identifying fires, carrying out fire procedures, evacuating staff and tackling small fires.
Course Content
- Introduction to fire
- Combustion
- Classification of fire
- Heat transmission
- Fire prevention
- House keeping
- Types of fire extinguishers
- Fire hose reels
- Fighting fires
- Evacuation
- Methods of extinguishment
- Practical fire fighting
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees designated to be a Fire Fighter at work.
Certification
- Basic Fire Fighting certificate accredited by SETA
(Subject to completion of a practical and written assessment) - Valid for 3 (Three) years
SHE Rep Safety Health & Environmental Representative
Duration: 1 Day
The Health and Safety Representative Course appointment is a legal requirement under Section 17 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and thus compulsory for every organisation. Learners will be taught to understand the objectives and statutory requirements pertaining to health and safety in the workplace. The learners will be able to explain the rights, powers, functions and duties of the workplace health and safety representative and how any errant health, safety and environmental issues may be handled. Learners will also be able to participate in the safety, health and environmental structures and measure these activities according to health, safety and environmental requirements.
Course Content
- Introduction to Health and Safety
- Legislative History
- The Constitution
- Understanding the Act and Regulations
- Department of Labour legislation
- Important Sections of the Act
- The SHE Rep introduction and functions
- SHE Rep appointment and documentation
- Monthly inspections and documentation
- Incident and Accident Investigations
- Department of Labour documentation
- Health and Safety Committee Meetings
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees designated to become Health and Safety Representatives at work.
Certification
- Occupational Health and Safety Representative certificate accredited by SETA
(Subject to completion of a practical and written assessment) - Valid for 3 (Three) years
Introduction to Health & Safety
Duration: 1 Day
Health and safety laws apply to all businesses, no matter how small. As an employer, or a self employed person, you are responsible for health and safety in your business. You need to take the right precautions to reduce the risks of workplace dangers and provide a safe working environment.
Course Content
- The Act
- Lifting
- Stress
- Security and Safety
- Fire
- Electrical hazards
- Hazardous material
- Accidents and Emergency action plans
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees required to conduct or oversee health and safety risk assessments.
Certification
- Introduction to Health and Safety certificate accredited by SETA
(Subject to completion of a practical and written assessment) - Valid for 3 (Three) years
Fire Warden
Duration: Half Day
There is a legal requirement on employers to prepare an Emergency Plan that outlines how the workplace will be evacuated in the event of a fire outbreak. Fire Wardens are designated the responsibility of executing this plan in an emergency situation. The Fire Warden course aims to inform learners of the responsibilities in running a fire drill effectively and safely. It also details the steps involved in developing an Emergency Plan for the workplace, in the event that one does not currently exist.
Course Content
- Introduction to fire
- Causes of fire
- Basic fire prevention
- Fire fighting equipment
- Alarm locations
- Escape routes
- Evacuation procedures
- Actions at assembly points
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees designated to be an appointed Fire Warden in the workplace.
Certification
- Certificate of attendance upon completion of course)
- Valid for 3 (Three) years
Conduct Workplace OHS Inspections
Duration: 1 Day
This course will help the learner understand the legislation that applies to occupational health and safety; the impact that non-compliance would have in the workplace and understand the inspection protocols applicable to the workplace. Learners will also be able to carry out physical inspections and record, report and deal with the results of the inspection in order to implement corrective and preventative actions.
Course Content
- Relevant legal requirements to conduct Occupational Health and Safety inspections
- Planning Occupational Health and Safety inspections
- Conducting inspections to identify non-compliance in the workplace
- Reporting on Occupational Health and Safety inspections
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees required to conduct or oversee health and safety
risk assessments.
Certification
- Conduct workplace OHS inspections upon completion of course
(Subject to completion of a practical and written assessment) - Valid for 3 (Three) years
Conduct Evacuations and Emergency Drills
Duration: 1 Day
This course will help the learner be able to identify and determine the type of an emergency and assist with the evacuation of people during an emergency. The learner will also be able to respond to and use emergency signals within their own area of responsibility.
Course Content
- Identifying the emergency situation
- Assisting with an evacuation drill
- Responding to emergency signals in own area of responsibility
Who should attend?
Business and Industry employees required to conduct or oversee health and safety risk assessments.
Certification
- Conduct evacuations and emergency drills upon completion of course
(Subject to completion of a practical and written assessment) - Valid for 3 (Three) years
HIV/AIDS awareness
Duration: Half Day
AIDS affects millions of South Africans. This course enables learners to gain an understanding of the nature, transmission and prevention of sexually transmitted infections including HIV/Aids. In this awareness course we look to break down the walls of prejudice born out of ignorance and fear. The course teaches awareness which gives learners knowledge and power to protect themselves and their colleagues.
Course Content
- Explain what HIV is and how it is contracted
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of HIV transmission
- Distinguish between myth and reality regarding HIV/AIDS
- Understand the potential negative impact of HIV/AIDS on workplace & community
- Understand the health risks associated with a promiscuous lifestyle
- Basic rights regarding HIV/AIDS
- How to apply safe first aid for injured persons
- What support structures exist and who one can talk to regarding HIV/AIDS related issues
- Understand the procedure of testing and what it entails.
- What risk behaviours are and what behaviours promote risk.
- Understanding that prevention is better than cure and how to protect oneself
- The importance of a healthy lifestyle.
- Understanding and dealing with HIV positive people in the workplace as well as in the community
Who should attend?
Anybody interested in learning about HIV/Aids awareness.
Certification
- Certificate of Attendance upon completion of course
Home Safety Awareness
Duration: Half Day
This is a practical three hour basic first aid and fire prevention course and is perfect for parents, childminders, caretakers etc. The course will give you the confidence to deal with the common medical emergencies that can be experienced with infants, children and adults. You will learn vital life saving skills such as CPR, dealing with choking incidents and how to treat burns and fractures.
The course will also cover fire prevention in the home as well as basic fire fighting skills such as using a fire extinguisher and a fire blanket. The course provides essential insight into recognising the importance of fire safety and will increase awareness of the threat posed by fire to your family and your home.
Course Content
- How to perform Adult & Infant CPR
- How to treat Adult & Infant Choking patients
- How to treat Heart Attack and Stroke patients
- How to treat a patient in shock
- How to dress wounds
- How to treat burns
- How to treat bleeding
- How to use a fire extinguisher
- How to use a fire blanket
- General fire safety for the home
Who should attend?
Parents, nannies, caretakers and employees who require basic knowledge in first aid, health & safety and basic fire fighting skills.
Certification
- Certificate of attendance upon completion of course
SCBA (Breathing Apparatus)
Duration: 1 Day
Breathing apparatus is highly specialised equipment and potential wearers must be adequately trained. This course is for employees who are required to use breathing apparatus during occupational assignments with hazardous gas or vapours or in confined spaces, as well as in emergency operations. The course will teach learners the correct care, operations and use of SCBA sets.
Course Content
- Importance of SCBA training
- Components and types of SCBA sets
- Correct use of SCBA
- Maintenance and pre-checks of SCBA sets
- Donning and doffing of SCBA sets
- Limitations of SCBA sets
- Communication procedures
- Understanding of hazardous environments
Who should attend?
Employees who are required to use breathing apparatus during occupational assignments with hazardous gas or vapours or in conned spaces. Learners should be in a fit medical and physical condition.
Certification
- Certifcate of attendance upon completion of course
- Valid for 3 (Three) years