OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY (OHS)
Professional Short Courses for a Safer Workplace
At Africa Ithemba College, our Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) short courses are designed to equip employees, supervisors, managers, Health & Safety Representatives, and other workplace personnel with practical knowledge and skills to identify hazards, assess risks, prevent incidents, and promote a safe and healthy working environment.
Our training focuses on practical workplace safety, risk management, legal awareness, emergency preparedness, and effective safety practices across different work environments.
Why Choose Our OHS Training?
Practical and workplace-focused training
- Suitable for employees, supervisors and safety representatives
- Classroom, online and distance learning options
- Practical activities and workplace-based exercises
- Assessment and certificate of completion
- Selected courses provide SAIOSH CPD points, where applicable
- Designed to support continuous professional development and workplace safety awareness
Our Occupational Health & Safety Courses
Working at Heights & Elevated Work Course
Understand hazards associated with elevated work and the principles of preventing falls and related injuries.
HIRA – Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis Course
Learn how to identify workplace hazards, assess risks and implement appropriate control measures.
Confined Space Entry & Safety Course
Learn about confined-space hazards, safe entry procedures, controls and emergency considerations.
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis Course
Learn the fundamentals of investigating workplace incidents and identifying underlying causes.
Environmental & Waste Management Course
Develop awareness of environmental responsibilities, waste management and safe workplace practices.
Lifting Gear Safety & Inspection Course
Understand the safe use, inspection and management of lifting gear.
Permit-to-Work & Pre-Job Risk Assessment Course
Understand permit-to-work systems and the importance of assessing risks before work begins.
Manual Handling & Lifting Safety Course
Learn safe techniques and risk-control principles for manual lifting and handling activities.
Training Delivery
Classroom Training | Online Classes | Distance Learning | Corporate / On-Site Training
Who Can Enrol?
Our OHS short courses are suitable for:
- Health & Safety Representatives
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Managers and business owners
- Employees
- Contractors
- Safety personnel
- Individuals seeking to develop workplace safety knowledge
Accreditation & Professional Development
Africa Ithemba College is a Corporate Member of the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH). Selected OHS courses may carry SAIOSH CPD points, as specified for the individual course.
Extension Courses
Accredited by the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH) – 5 CPD Points
Health & safety for Representative Course
Develop an understanding of the role, duties and functions of a Health & Safety Representative.
Occupational Hygiene Awereness Course
Understand workplace health hazards and the basic principles of occupational hygiene.
Chemical Handiling Safety Course
Develop knowledge of the safe handling, storage and use of hazardous chemicals.
Fire Safety & Fire Warden Training Course
Understand the basic principles of fire safety and prevention, Identify common workplace fire hazards and sources of ignition
Your Future Starts Here.
Choose an Occupational Health & Safety short course that matches your role, responsibilities and professional development goals.
