HIRA – Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Course Description:
This unit standard is for learners who have to demonstrate their ability to conduct a base-line risk assessment in the work place. in addition to this, learners will be exposed to hazard identification and risk assessments, but also to those simply looking to update their, already present,
knowledge of the matters.
Modules:
| Module 1: | Identify the hazards of working in confined spaces |
| Module 2: | Identify appropriate protective clothing or equipment |
| Module 3: | Identify training requirements for unskilled workers working in confined spaces & train the workers |
| Module 4: | Plan and implement emergency procedures |
| Module 5: | Explain the relevant occupational health and safety regulations |
| Module 1: | Identify the hazards of working in confined spaces |
| Module 2: | Identify appropriate protective clothing or equipment |
| Module 3: | Identify training requirements for unskilled workers working in confined spaces & train the workers |
| Module 4: | Plan and implement emergency procedures |
| Module 5: | Explain the relevant occupational health and safety regulations |
| Module 1: | Identify the hazards of working in confined spaces |
| Module 2: | Identify appropriate protective clothing or equipment |
| Module 3: | Identify training requirements for unskilled workers working in confined spaces & train the workers |
| Module 4: | Plan and implement emergency procedures |
| Module 5: | Explain the relevant occupational health and safety regulations |
Learning Outcomes:
Module 1: After completing this section, you will be able to:
- Identify hazards relative to gasses
- Identify hazards relative to installation processes of material and plant
- Identify hazards relative to the operation of plant and equipment
Module 2: After completing this section, you will be able to:
- Identify protective clothing or equipment for the various tapes of hazards encountered in confined spaces
- Demonstrate the proper use of protective clothing or equipment for the various hazards situations
Module 3: After completing this section, you will be able to:
- Prepare or secure training programmes to sensitize unskilled workers to the dangers of working in confined spaces
- Train unskilled workers in order to sensitize them to the dangers of working in confined spaces and the need for appropriate action
Module 4: After completing this section, you will be able to:
- Identify resources to handle an emergency
- Prepare a plan of action for emergency and implementation
Module 5: After completing this section, you will be able to:
- Explain the application of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (no 85 of 1993) relative to working in confined spaces
- Identify and apply measures required in respect of the legislation
Additional Information:
This course is offered to students in a virtual and public (face-to-face) setting. Soon to be offered in an online e-learning format.
You will be issued with a certificate of completion at the end of this course.