This course provides learners with a practical understanding of legal responsibilities and liabilities in the workplace related to health and safety. It explores how South African legislation — including the Occupational Health and Safety Act — applies to employers, employees, contractors, and management.
Participants will learn about legal duties, the consequences of non-compliance, and how to meet legal obligations in day-to-day operations. Real-world examples and case studies are used to highlight the importance of proactive compliance and due diligence.
This course is essential for business owners, supervisors, managers, safety officers, and anyone involved in organisational decision-making and workplace risk management.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety
This practical, introductory course provides learners with essential fire fighting knowledge and skills. Participants will learn how to identify different types of fires, select and use the correct fire extinguisher, and follow safe evacuation and emergency response procedures.
The course covers the fire triangle, fire classifications, fire prevention techniques, and basic fire-fighting methods. Emphasis is placed on understanding when to fight a fire — and when to evacuate.
Ideal for fire team members in the workplace, this course helps build confidence in reacting quickly and safely during a fire emergency.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety
This course equips learners with practical skills to respond to, record, and investigate workplace incidents. Participants will learn how to gather evidence, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions. The course supports compliance with legal requirements and promotes a learning-based safety culture.
Ideal for supervisors, team leaders, safety officers, and HR professionals involved in workplace investigations.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety
This focused course aims to reduce the most common causes of workplace injuries: slips, trips, and falls. Learners will explore real-world scenarios, hazard identification, housekeeping best practices, and prevention strategies to improve overall safety in any environment.
Perfect for all staff and particularly useful in hospitality, healthcare, retail, and industrial settings.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety
This course provides essential training for anyone who works at height, including the risks involved and the safe use of fall protection systems. Learners will understand legal requirements, hazard identification, proper use of PPE, and emergency procedures related to working above ground level.
Recommended for workers, contractors, and supervisors in construction, maintenance, or any industry involving height-related work.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety
This course is designed to equip appointed Health and Safety Representatives with the knowledge and skills required to effectively perform their duties under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Learners will gain an understanding of their legal responsibilities, how to participate in safety committees, and how to carry out safety inspections and incident reporting.
This course is ideal for elected safety reps, team leaders, or supervisors who need to support a proactive safety culture.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety
This course introduces learners to the fundamentals of hazard identification and risk assessment (HIRA) in the workplace. Participants will learn how to recognise different types of hazards, assess their associated risks, and apply appropriate control measures. The course follows a structured, step-by-step approach aligned with South African legislation and workplace safety standards.
This training is ideal for employees, supervisors, safety representatives, and anyone involved in maintaining a safe work environment.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety
This comprehensive course provides a solid foundation in workplace health and safety for all employees. Covering essential topics such as health and safety foundations, hazard identification, personal protective equipment (PPE), fire safety, and incident reporting, the course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to contribute to a safer, more compliant work environment.
Designed with South African regulations in mind, each chapter includes interactive content, real-life examples, short assessments, and self-checks to support learning and retention.
This course is ideal for onboarding new staff, refreshing knowledge for existing teams, or meeting compliance requirements across all industries.
A certificate is awarded to learners who achieve a minimum score of 75%
- Teacher: Proactive Safety