Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in the Built Environment Workshop

Presented by: Mike Lacey-Smith

Accredited Live Interactive Webinar

On Completion of this live course professionals will receive a professional Certificate of completion, 2 ECSA CPD Points / 14 PMI PDUs, and 3 Month Access to Course Recordings for review purposes

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CPD Points

Upon successful completion of this course, professionals will be eligible to earn CPD points from the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). These points are important for maintaining professional status and demonstrating a commitment to ongoing learning and development

PMI PDUs

Upon completion of this course, PMI certificate holders will be eligible to earn professional development units (PDUs) from the Project Management Institute (PMI). These PDUs are recognized by PMI as a way for certified professionals to maintain and improve their skills, and demonstrate their commitment to ongoing professional development

Live Online Training

A live webinar training is an interactive course that is conducted online in real-time. It allows professionals to participate remotely and engage with the instructor and other attendees through audio, video, and text-based communication. This accredited course will provide attendees with 3 months of access to recordings for review purposes after the live session has ended

Earn your Certificate

Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn a certificate that you can add to your portfolio and showcase to prospective companies looking to hire professionals. This certificate can demonstrate your skills and knowledge, and help you stand out in the job market.

About the course

Health and Safety is critical on any project site. Getting it right requires a deeper understanding of managing a project both legally and practically.

Obviously, the Health and Safety requirements for a project have been integrated into the Project Plan upon which a project is based. Both the investigation and planning phases of site management should have put in place in pace for and prescribed guidelines for Health and Safety management

No two projects are the same, but Health and Safety for the most part remains constant. This includes This is based on the The Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 (OHS) Act and all amendments.

A deeper understanding of the OHS is necessary to both effectively and efficiently navigate a project. Without this more comprehensive understanding of the intricacies and legal obligations prescribed in the Act, complications and added cost will negatively impact any endeavour.

This workshop is designed to give a solid understanding of the OHS, and provide practical tools to manage projects in the built environment. This starts with The Health and Safety Plan, and integration with the health and Safety File.

No project manager wants and investigation by the Department of Labour (DOL) for an accident on site. This can be best mitigated by proper adherence to, and proper application of the OHS in the ever-changing site environment.

What you will learn on this course:

Understanding OHS principles, its role, and compliance with legislation, by-laws, codes, and standards
Exploring the OHS Act structure, governing principles, specific sections, and roles of key players
Recognizing legal duties and obligations of employers in occupational health and safety
Health and Safety File
Recognizing responsibilities across project phases
Understanding the contents and users of the Health and Safety File
Grasping the implications of non-compliance with Health and Safety File requirements
Importance of Tool-Box Talks
Understanding the structure and purpose of Tool-Box Talks
Managing Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) at the end of Tool-Box Talks
Safe Work Procedures (SWP)
Emphasizing teamwork, safety rules, and housekeeping
Identifying workplace risks, hazards, and hazard identification techniques
Understanding Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and symbolic safety signs
Emergency Procedures
Acknowledging the necessity of emergency preparedness
Understanding evacuation plans, procedures, and site-specific emergency plans
Grasping first aid procedures for a safe working environment
Hazard Incidence and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
Understanding legal requirements and types of risk assessments
Conducting Baseline, Issue-Based, and Continuous Risk Assessments
Applying risk assessment criteria, practical tools, and control measures
Investigations
Understanding the purpose and legal responsibilities in incident investigations
Identifying types of workplace incidents and loss control measures
Navigating the incident investigation process, including the six key questions
Implementing corrective actions and evaluating their effectiveness

Accreditation for this course

This live webinar is approved by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Complete the course to earn 2 ECSA CPD Points. PMP Certificate holders will also receive 14 PMI PDUs. This certification boosts your standing in the engineering world, showcasing dedication and excellence. Regularly updating CPD points is vital with bodies like ECSA, as not doing so could affect your membership. Stay updated, prioritize your certification, and highlight your commitment to engineering growth.

Who is this course for:

All Engineers, Technicians and Technical Specialists who are responsible writing technical reports, and those who are responsible for writing Technical Specifications for any technical document including that which is required for contracts.

On completion of the course, you will receive the following:

A certificate of completion
2 ECSA CPD points
For PMP Certificate holders: 14 PMI PDUs
3-month access to recordings of live sessions (for delegates who miss a session due to load shedding)
An accredited self-paced course with additional CPD points
This is a live interactive course, allowing you to ask the presenter questions in real-time.

Note: Live sessions must be attended to qualify for the certificate; recordings are for review only.

What is covered in this course

2015-2017

Section 1:

OHS and an Overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

What is OHS?
The role of OHS in your organisation
Importance of complying with health and safety legislation; by-laws; codes and standards
Purpose of the OHS Act
Reasons for applying health and safety at work
The principles of OHS
The Role Players and responsibilities in OHS (Leadership, Health and safety Office and Representatives)
General responsibilities of employers with regard to employees
The Occupational and Health and Safety Act Introduction
Governing principles of the Act
Sections of the Act
General Regulations
Environmental Regulations for Workplaces
Facilities Regulations
General Administration Regulations
General Safety Regulations (Including the new draft regulation)
Health related regulations – General and specific to the industry
Legal duties of OHS Practitioners
Duties of employers to people other than employees
Duty of the employer to inform and communicate
Requirements applicable to other contractors
Implications of unlawful actions failing to follow prescriptions by Employers
Implications of unlawful actions failing to follow prescriptions by Employers
Health and Safety Representative and Committees
Health and Safety Representatives
OHS Act requirements applicable to Health and Safety representatives
When and how to appoint representatives
How many to appoint
Who to appoint
Facilities assistance and training
Rights, powers, functions and duties of Representatives in terms of the OHS Act
Health and Safety committees
OHS Act requirements regarding the establishment of Health and Safety committees
What is the purpose of Health and Safety committees?
Committee’s duties
Record keeping

2011-2014

Section 2:

The Health and Safety File

Who is responsible for the Health and Safety File in each part of the Project
The Contents of the Health and Safety File
Who uses the file
Implications for non-compliance

2007-2010

Section 3:

The importance of Tool-Box Talks

Why Tool-Box Talks?
The structure
Clarification of understanding
Routine and structure
HIRA management at the end of Tool- Box Talks

Section 4:

Safe Work Procedures (SWP)

Teamwork
Safety rules and procedures
Housekeeping
Issues such as Intoxication
Workplace risks and hazards
What is a risk?
What is a hazard?
Different types of hazards: Chemical, Biological and Physical, Noise, Safety, Ergonomic, Psychosocial and, Ventilation
Different hazard identification techniques
Provision of adequate light
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Providing the equipment and appropriate PPE according to the situation
Prescriptions relating to protective equipment
Symbolic safety signs
Reasons for the use of symbolic safety signs
Different categories of signs
Emergency Procedures
Necessity of emergency preparedness
Evacuation plans
Evacuation procedures for workers
Fire and other safety drills and procedures
Disabled persons and evacuation
First aid procedures
Site specific emergency plan

Section 5:

Hazard Incidence and Risk Assessment (HIRA)

Important definitions and terminology
Legal requirements (OHS Act) and the DOL
Different types of risk assessments
Baseline Risk Assessment
Issue Based Risk Assessments
Continuous Risk Assessment
Risk assessment criteria
Hazards and risks likely to be encountered
Legal risk exposures
Influence of codes and standards
The risk assessment process
Practical risk assessment tools
Conduct a risk assessment using the HIRA methodology
Reporting and recording
Identify applicable control measures

Section 6:

Investigations

Purpose of investigations
Who performs investigations
Legal responsibilities (OHS Act)
Chief Directorate OHS
Powers and rights of inspectors (OHS Act)
Incident investigation overview
Type of workplace incidents
Loss control and near-misses
Predicting probability and reducing cost
Incident reduction and prevention
Role of investigators
Employee involvement
Reporting procedures for Occupational Injuries and Diseases
The importance of accurate and correct recording of incidents
Incident investigation process
The six key questions:
Who
What
When
Where
Why
How
Preparing for an investigation
Conduction the investigation (Six Steps)
Step 1 - Investigate the incident
Initial response (Secure the scene)
Collecting facts
Physical evidence
Eyewitness accounts
Conducting interviews
Developing the narrative
Step 2 - Identify causes
Contributing factors
Determining causes
Root Causes (Root cause analysis)
Indirect Causes
Direct causes
Step 3 - Report the findings
Analysing facts
Report writing
Step 4 - Take corrective action
Focussing on the purpose
Corrective actions
Information obtained during the investigation
Step 5 - Implementation
Follow up of recommendations
Assigning responsibility
Communicating the results
Step 6 - Evaluate the effectiveness
Monitoring the effectiveness of corrective action
Follow up of corrective measures

Your Instructor

Mike Lacey-Smith

Mike is a seasoned Psychologist and Facilitator with extensive experience in Leadership Development, Personal Effectiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Mentorship, Coaching, and various other training programs. He has a diverse background, having worked with over 250 companies globally and presented in 13 African countries and Mauritius. With a career spanning industries such as Engineering, Mining, Healthcare, Construction, and more, Mike excels in Leadership and Executive Coaching, as well as facilitating workshops on Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Design Thinking, and Innovation.

As an accomplished author, Mike published "Life after the Pause" in August 2020, exploring the impact of SARS-Cov-2 on individuals, economies, businesses, and leadership worldwide. He has developed workshops based on this work, helping leaders navigate the challenges of the evolving work environment. Mike's qualifications include a BA in English, a Post Graduate Diploma in Education, and a MA in Counselling Psychology. With certifications in Scrum Fundamentals, TEFL, and LEAN SIX SIGMA WHITE BELT, he continues to stay at the forefront of industry trends. Throughout his career, Mike has contributed significantly to various sectors, including Government Departments, Construction, Project Management, and Occupational Health and Safety. His expertise extends to facilitating workshops on Tender Preparation and Evaluation, reflecting his commitment to advancing professional skills.