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Type
Short Course
Accredited
Yes
Mode
Online
Duration

6 – 13 weeks

Pace
Self Paced

Course Description

Accelerate Management College offers an accredited online Construction Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) course recognised by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) in South Africa and the Quality License Scheme (QLS) in the UK.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 mandates strict health and safety protocols in the construction industry. Many companies struggle to meet these legal requirements and maintain workplace safety. Construction OHS officers are essential in ensuring compliance and creating a safe work environment.

This construction health and safety course covers identifying construction-specific hazards, conducting risk assessments, managing stressors, compiling reports, and overseeing OHS training.

Upon completion, students will have valuable skills for the construction industry and receive a certificate in occupational health and safety.

Included with Construction Occupational Health and Safety Course:

  • Lifetime access to course materials: For both beginners and experienced professionals.
  • Full-time student support: Comprehensive guidance for all learners.
  • Student ID card: Providing recognition and additional benefits.
  • Designed for careers in construction OHS.
  • Updated with the latest construction OHS trends.
  • Accredited by QCTO and Saiosh.
  • Complies with BEE requirements.
  • Eligibility for skills levy reimbursement.
  • Accredited both locally and internationally.
  • Aspiring Construction OHS Professionals: Starting a career in construction OHS.
  • Current Construction OHS Practitioners: Enhancing expertise and pursuing advanced certification.
  • Workplace Safety Managers: Strengthening construction site safety practices.
  • HR and Compliance Personnel: Improving understanding of construction OHS.
  • Business Owners and Managers: Ensuring a safe, compliant construction work environment.
  • Anyone Interested in Workplace Safety: Learning about construction OHS for personal or workplace improvement.

6 – 13 weeks

This construction health and safety course can be done at your own pace and speed.

Start the construction OHS online course anytime and progress at your own pace with full support.

Upon enrolment, you will receive:

  • Personalised login details.
  • Ongoing support.
  • Digital certificates for each construction health and safety module.
  • A comprehensive course completion certificate in digital and hard copy forms.
  • Grade 12/Matric certification needed
  • Stable internet or Wi-Fi access required
  • Mobile or desktop device required
  • Mature Age exemption for individuals 23 and older
  • Must be proficient in English
  • QCTO – Quality Council for Trade and Occupations
  • ⁠QLS – Quality License Scheme UK
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Modules

  • History and Evolution of the Construction Industry in South Africa
  • Key Players and Stakeholders
  • Current Trends and Challenges
  • Impact of Construction on the Economy

  • Understanding Construction Regulations and Laws
  • Key Elements of Construction Contracts
  • Ensuring Compliance with Health and Safety Standards
  • Regulatory Authorities and Their Roles

  • Developing Health and safety plans in construction
  • Environmental management practices in construction
  • Risk Assessment and hazard identification
  • Training and education for construction safety

  • Preparing Competitive Bids for Construction Projects
  • Understanding Tender Evaluation Criteria
  • Legal and Regulatory Requirements in Construction Tendering
  • Effective Communication with Stakeholders in the Tendering Process

  • Global Occupational Health and Safety Strategy within the construction industry
  • ILO Operational Strategy
  • Promoting and maintaining high health and safety standards
  • Purpose and responsibilities of the ILO
  • ILO conventions and recommendations
  • Levels of responsibility
  • Employer duties and responsibilities
  • Roles and responsibilities of regulatory authorities

  • Elements of a health and safety policy in construction
  • Managing health and safety within an organisation
  • Guests and public safety
  • Evaluating the policy statement
  • Monitoring and reporting
  • Conducting a structured evaluation

  • Creating a positive health and safety culture in construction
  • Key performance indicators
  • Human factors and their impact on health and safety performance
  • Occupational health and safety training in construction
  • Induction training
  • Internal factors
  • External influences

  • Understanding risk assessment concepts
  • Types of risk assessment methods for construction
  • Categories of risk assessments
  • Key terminologies
  • Accidents and health risks
  • Risk assessment management
  • Basic prevention principles
  • Control measure hierarchy
  • Engineering controls
  • Administrative controls
  • Personal protective equipment

  • Common hazards and safety threats
  • Safety interventions
  • Hazard identification
  • Impacts from moving vehicles and objects
  • Collisions with fixed objects
  • Ergonomic lifting and material handling
  • Hazard assessment and management
  • Mechanized material handling

  • Maintenance, inspection, and operation of workplace equipment
  • Identifying specific risks and hazards
  • Maintenance and review
  • Training and instruction
  • Hand-held tools
  • Workplace equipment hazards
  • Safe working practices
  • Mechanical risks and associated hazards
  • Adjustable guards

  • Evaluating hazardous substances
  • Control of hazardous substances
  • Engineering controls
  • Administrative controls
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Hand and skin safety
  • Importance of health monitoring and personal hygiene
  • Maintenance and emergency controls
  • Transport and disposal
  • Air and water pollution

  • Workplace ergonomics and environment
  • Occupational upper extremity disorders
  • Hand-arm vibration and whole-body vibration
  • Ergonomics standards in South Africa
  • Employee well-being and workplace environment
  • Employee welfare provisions
  • The workplace setting

  • Understanding Conflict in Construction Projects
  • Effective Communication Techniques for Conflict Resolution
  • Negotiation and Mediation Skills
  • Developing Conflict Resolution Strategies and Plans

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  • QCTO – Quality Council for Trade and Occupations
  • ⁠QLS – Quality License Scheme UK

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Career Opportunities

  • Safety Compliance Officer
  • Site Safety Consultant
  • Health and Safety Specialist in construction
  • Construction Safety Program Manager
  • Industrial Hygienist
  • Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager
  • Construction Risk Control Consultant
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The primary purpose is to mandate strict health and safety protocols to protect workers and ensure a safe working environment in the construction industry.

    Many construction companies struggle with the complexity of legal requirements, the need for continuous updates on safety protocols, and the high-risk nature of construction activities.

    Construction OHS officers ensure compliance with safety regulations, conduct risk assessments, oversee the implementation of safety protocols, and create a safe work environment for employees.

    Key topics include hazard identification, risk assessment, stressor management, safety protocol implementation, report compilation, and OHS training initiatives.

    The course provides essential skills and knowledge, preparing individuals to handle safety protocols, compliance, and risk management effectively in the construction industry.

    Benefits include improved job opportunities, recognised qualifications for career advancement, and the ability to ensure safer work environments.

    Certified OHS officers can help companies achieve legal compliance, reduce workplace accidents, and improve overall safety, which can lead to better productivity and fewer liabilities.

    The course is accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) in South Africa and the Quality License Scheme (QLS) in the United Kingdom.

    The course is suitable for aspiring OHS professionals, current OHS practitioners, workplace safety managers, HR and compliance personnel, business owners, managers, and anyone interested in improving construction workplace safety.

    Students receive lifetime access to course materials, full-time student support, a student ID card, personalised login details, ongoing support, and digital certificates for each completed module.

    You are welcome to pay for the course upfront and in addition, Accelerate offers monthly promotions, with up to 50% off.

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