NQF Level: 4
Credits: 120
Entry requirements: NQF Level 3 or Experience in related field
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to conduct the activities which includes assessment of pollution indicators, monitoring air quality and make recommendations to relevant authorities. Poor air quality caused by natural or man-made sources can affect or harm human health and/or the environment
Career path and job opportunities
❖OHS Officer
❖Ergonomist
❖SHE Coordinator
❖OHS Consultant
❖Employee wellness officer
Module Title
Module Code
Credits
KNOWLEDGE MODULES
Fundamentals of Occupational Health and Safety
226302-001-01-KM-01
4
Fundamentals of Representing Employees Regarding OHS Issues
226302-001-01-KM-02
4
Fundamentals of Communication within the OHS Discipline
226302-001-01-KM-03
4
OHS Administration and Record Management
226302-001-01-KM-04
16
Occupational Health and Safety Applications
226302-001-01-KM-05
22
PRACTICAL SKILLS MODULES
Represent the Needs of Employees with regard to Occupational Health and Safety matters,
226302-001-01-PM-01
1
Inspect Workplaces, Identify Hazards and Risks and take Immediate Action to Ensure Health and Safety in the Workplace
226302-001-01-PM-02
1
Conduct Workplace Inspections, Check the Application of Fundamental Workplace Standards and Report on Compliance Variations
226302-001-01-PM-02
10
Administer the Key Activities of an OHS Function
226302-001-01-PM-02
16
Participate and Contribute Towards the Development of Hazard and Risk Assessments,
314102000-KM-02
6
Supervise the Smooth Execution of the Activities of an OHS Function
226302-001-01-PM-06
4
Coordinate the Work Activities of Occupational, Health and Safety Representatives
226302-001-01-PM-07
6
WORK EXPERIENCE MODULES
Processes of Representing Employees Regarding their Workplace OHS Needs
226302-001-01-WM-01
4
Processes of Executing OHS Administration and Document Management
226302-001-01-WM-02
4
Processes of Managing Workplace Accidents, Incidents and other Emergencies
226302-001-01-WM-03
8
Incident Investigation Processes
226302-001-01-WM-04
10