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1. SCOPE OF WORK PER COURSE This scope of training has been categorised under the following categories:

1.1 SHE AND QUALITY SYSTEM MANAGEMENT TRAINING: 1. General Health and Safety Awareness/ Introduction to Basic Occupational SHE 2. Office Health and Safety 3. INTRODUCTION TO SAMTRAC (A pre-requisite for SAMTRAC) 4. ASHEPP – Applied SHE Principles and procedures (a pre-requisite for SAMTRAC) 5. SAMTRAC 6. SAMTRAC e-learning 7. Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series Awareness – OHSAS 18001: 2007 8. Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series Implementation– OHSAS 18001: 2007 9. ISO 9001:2007 Quality Management Standard – Awareness 10. ISO 9001: 2007 Quality Management System training (Implementation) 11. NEBOSH Occupational Health and Safety Management 12. Auditors Training – ISO 9001 and ISO 18001 13. NOSA Integrated 5 STAR System Navigators 14. SHE Training for Supervisors

1.2 COSTRUCTION SHE MANAGEMENT TRAINING:

15. NEBOSH Construction Safety Management 16. Passport induction 17. Construction Regulations compliance training 18. Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for Tender Committee members 19. Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for Procurement Officials 20. Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for SHE Practitioners 21. Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for Construction Clark of works, Project

Supervisors, Managers, Engineers, Designers and Agents

1.3 HEALTH AND SAFETY LEGISLATION TRAINING: 22. Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 (OHS Act) training 23. SHE legislation for OHS Practitioners 24. Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 130 of 1993 (COID) training 25. Mine Health and Safety Act training 26. Health & Safety (SHE) Representatives Training

1.4 RISK MANAGEMENT:

27. Incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis Training (RCAT) 28. Baseline Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment 29. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) 30. Planned Critical Task Analysis/ Job Safety Analysis / Hazardous Task Assessment Training 31. Written Safe Work Procedures (W.S.W.P.) training

1.5 OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE MANAGEMENT TRAINING:

32. Hot Works 33. Ergonomics training 34. Hazardous Chemicals Substances Management training 35. Noise Monitoring



1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TRAINING:

36. General Environmental Management Awareness (including climate change and sustainable development) 37. Introduction to Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) 38. Implementing Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) 39. Environmental Law 40. Water and Groundwater Resources Management 41. National Water Act and Water Use Authorisations 42. Air Quality Management 43. Legal Framework for Integrated Waste Management 44. Oil Management 45. Environmental Impact Assessment 46. Auditing ISO 14001 Environmental Management System

1.7 WORKING AT HEIGHTS AND IN CONFINED SPACES TRAINING:

47. Working at heights/ Fall Arrest System and Rescue training 48. Work at height assessment and fall protection plan training 49. Working in confined spaces and control measures training

2. SCOPE OF WORK BREAKDOWN 2.1 General Health and Safety Awareness/ Introduction to Basic Occupational SHE:

NOTE: The service provider(s) should be able to deliver in at least 4 languages (English, Afrikaans,

Zulu and Sotho) Duration: 2 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard:

1) Explain basic health and safety principles in and around the workplace _259639 2) Participate in the implementation and evaluation of a safety and health management

programme in the workplace_259601 Target Group: OHS Practitioners, employees who are small group team leaders, Supervisors, newly elected Fulltime Health and Safety Reps, SHE reps, and General Workers who have not had previous exposure to SHE legislation and fundamentals of organisational SHEQ system management. Purpose: To equip learners with information, knowledge and skills to be able to:

1) Control basic SHE hazards and risks at the point of action and in the execution of day to day operational tasks.

2) Explain the importance of integrating safety and health considerations in routine activities within the workplace and identify the critical areas in order to prevent incidents taking place.

3) Understand safety performance measures against established objectives, deal with any deviations from the set objectives and make recommendations on the development of the safety and health management programme.

Course contents: The course should therefore cover the following aspects:

a) Explain the scope and objective of SHE legislation b) Explain both employer and employee duties with regard to occupational safety and health in

the workplace; c) Understand the Rights of the Employer and Employee as per SHE legislation d) Explain the general safety rules in the workplace. e) Understand Eskom’s lifesaving rules f) Explain the use and application of Personal Protective Equipment in the workplace



g) Explain good housekeeping in the workplace. h) Explain and apply emergency procedures in the workplace. i) Identify basic SHE hazards in the work place j) Carry out preliminary risk assessment of the allocated job and work area k) Take immediate, appropriate action to rectify the problem according to own scope and

authority l) Notify the correct person in the correct way to ensure further action is taken m) Practical application of the concepts shared

Course outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

a) Explain both employer and employee duties with regard to occupational safety and health in the workplace.

b) Explain the general safety rules in the workplace. c) Explain the use and application of Personal Protective Equipment in the workplace d) Explain good housekeeping in the workplace. e) Explain and apply emergency procedures in the workplace. a) Explain the requirements for the implementation of a safety and health management

programme in the workplace. Explain the requirements for the implementation of a safety and health management programme in the workplace.

b) Implement the procedures for evaluating safety and health performance in a workplace, as required by the safety and health management programme.

c) Evaluate performance of workplace safety activities required by the safety and health management programme.

d) Explain the requirements for the implementation of a safety and health management programme in the workplace. Explain the requirements for the implementation of a safety and health management programme in the workplace.

e) Implement the procedures for evaluating safety and health performance in a workplace, as required by the safety and health management programme.

f) Evaluate performance of workplace safety activities required by the safety and health management programme.

2.2 INTRODUCTION TO SAMTRAC (A pre-requisite for SAMTRAC) Duration: 2 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided on appointment and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures set change Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Target Group: OHS/SHE Professionals, SHE Reps, Managers and Supervisors. Purpose: To give the learners the understanding and skills to conduct the organisation's baseline, issue based and continuous risk assessments, as well as understanding of SHE management system requirements and procedures. Course contents and outcomes: The course should cover the following aspects:

a) Understanding of SHE management system requirements and procedures; b) Comprehensive understanding and application of hazards identification and risk assessment

in the workplace; c) Practical steps to conduct workplace risk assessments; d) Guidance on development of SHE management system procedures and work instructions;

2.3 ASHEPP – Applied SHE Principles and procedures (a pre-requisite for SAMTRAC)

Duration: 2 Days. Frequency:



Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where legislation, regulations, codes and standards prescribed change. Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Unit Standard/SAQA ID: 259604 NQF LEVEL: 2 Target Group: Supervisory personnel / Artisans Purpose: On completion of the course the learner will be able to explain and apply safety, health and environmental requirements in the workplace. Course contents: The course shall include:

a) SHE System Planning and Implementation b) Incident prevention c) SHE Control measures d) Education and training to improve SHE in the workplace e) Procedural controls f) Meaning of colours g) Premises and housekeeping h) Occupational health i) Contraband inspections j) PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) k) Environmental awareness l) Mechanical and electrical safeguarding m) Management of fire and other emergencies

2.4 SAMTRAC (Safety Management Training Course)

Duration: 10 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided on appointment and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures set change Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Target Group: OHS/SHE Professionals, SHE Reps, Managers and Supervisors. Purpose: To give the learners the understanding and skills to conduct the organisation's baseline, issue based and continuous risk assessments, as well as understanding of SHE management system requirements and procedures. SAMTRAC International provides the learner with both foundational and fundamental knowledge critical to occupational health, safety and environmental (HSE) management. SAMTRAC International covers the integration of HSE management and students are taken through the practical process of implementing and managing an HSE management system using the PDCA cycle. Course contents: The course should cover the following aspects:

a) Understanding of SHE management system requirements and procedures; b) Comprehensive understanding and application of hazards identification and risk assessment

in the workplace; c) Practical steps to conduct workplace risk assessments; d) Guidance on development of SHE management system procedures and work instructions

OUTCOMES FOR MODULE ONE: FOUNDATIONS Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to:

a) Outline the scope and nature of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) management



b) Explain the moral, social and economic reasons for maintaining and promoting good standards of HSE in the workplace

c) Explain the role of governments and international bodies in formulating a framework for the regulation of HSE management

d) Demonstrate an understanding of the risk assessment process and methodology e) Demonstrate an understanding of HSE documentation f) Understand the basic requirements of NOSA CMB253, CMB001, OHSAS 18001 and ISO

14001 management systems and standards OUTCOMES FOR MODULE TWO: LEGAL Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to understand:

a) The unique challenges that the interpretation of law presents b) The difference between legislation and common law c) The difference between criminal and civil liability d) Other types of important liability e) Important aspects regarding HSE legislation f) How HSE legislation is enforced g) The role of the International Labour Organisation and non-governmental bodies in global

HSE OUTCOMES FOR MODULE THREE: SAFETY

a) Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to understand: b) The basic guidelines and criteria for a safety-relevant site layout c) The importance of good housekeeping, including the requirements for storage and stacking d) The different types of symbolic safety signs and their importance e) The different types of portable tools f) The many different technical aspects relating to safety in the workplace g) An overview of lifting equipment and its key safety factors h) The fundamentals of elevated work, primarily with regard to ladders and scaffolding i) Safety requirements of different types of pressure equipment j) The basics of electricity and fundamentals regarding electrical safety k) Important aspects and features relating to fire safety l) A comprehensive overview of the different types of safeguarding, both equipment-related

and personal m) A basic overview of behaviour-based safety (BBS)

OUTCOMES FOR MODULE FOUR: HEALTH Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to understand:

a) What comprises occupational hygiene and typical occupational hygiene terminology and principles

b) The role and functions of the occupational hygienist c) The different aspects relating to toxicity, including acute and chronic health effects

Workplace occupational stressors that can adversely affect health, including noise, illumination, ventilation, thermal issues and radiation

OUTCOMES FOR MODULE FIVE: ENVIRONMENT Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to understand:

a) Important environmental definitions which are integral to environmental discourse b) Important ecological and environment-related principles c) How the environment is integral to human development d) How climate change is increasingly shaping socio-political, legal and business discourse e) The interrelationship between environmental issues and public health f) How sustainability defines not only the future of management and business, but society itself g) International environmental agreements and trends h) Pollution, with attributes and examples i) The fundamentals regarding global warming and climate change j) Waste, including different waste streams and management thereof k) An environmental impact assessment l) The role of cleaner production in environmental management m) How environmental performance can be monitored effectively n) The growing importance of sustainability

OUTCOMES FOR MODULE SIX: RISK MANAGEMENT Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to understand:

a) The development of risk management since the mid-20th century



b) Key risk-related definitions and principles c) That risk assessments are the critical foundation of risk management d) How risk 'sophistication' is relative to the risk commitment of an organisation e) Different approaches to, and theories regarding, the risk management process f) The different categories of risk assessments g) The principles and importance of risk assessments h) The risk assessment process within the context of risk management i) How to conduct a baseline risk assessment j) Types of risk controls k) Different ways in which risk can be financed, both pre-loss and post-loss

OUTCOMES FOR MODULE SEVEN: MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to understand:

a) Different management system theories b) Different aspects of 'management‘ c) The simplicity and universality of the PDCA cycle d) The integration of HSE management e) The planning component of the PDCA, including HSE corporate standards and legal

requirements f) What an HSE policy is and what it should comprise

2.5 Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series Awareness – OHSAS 18001: 2007

Duration: 1 Day. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of standard change. Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Unit Standard: Manage requirements related to quality and other standards_116785 Target Group: All employees involved in the implementation of the SHE Management System and contactor SHE Management Personnel. Purpose: To provide learners with the basic understanding of the principles and requirements for the application, implementation and auditing of OHSAS 18001: 2007, Occupational Health and Safety management system and benchmark practices. To enable learners to run a competitive, reputable and sustainable business, maintain acceptable standards of performance related to the process, product or service. Course contents: The course should therefore cover the following:

a) Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems; b) Elements of successful Occupational Health and Safety Management; c) General requirements; d) Occupational Health and Safety Policy; e) Planning; f) Implementation and operation; g) Checking and corrective action; and h) Management review

2.6 Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series Implementation– OHSAS 18001: 2007

Duration: 5 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of standard change.



Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Unit Standard: Manage requirements related to quality and other standards_116785 Target Group: All employees involved in the implementation of the SHE Management System and contactor SHE Management Personnel. Purpose: To provide learners with skills and knowledge to be able to plan, implement and audit the OHSAS 18001: 2007, Occupational Health and Safety management system. To enable learners to run a competitive, reputable and sustainable business, maintain acceptable standards of performance related to the process, product or service. Course contents: The course should therefore cover the following:

a) Explain the fundamentals of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems; b) Explain the elements of successful Occupational Health and Safety Management; c) Occupational Health and Safety Policy; d) Planning; e) Implementation and operation; f) Checking and corrective action; and g) Management review.

Outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

a) Explain the fundamentals of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems; b) Explain the elements of a successful Occupational Health and Safety Management system

2.7 ISO 9001:2007 Quality Management Standard – Awareness

Duration: 1 day Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where the content of the standard and codes change. Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Unit Standard: Demonstrate an understanding of quality requirements for a quality management system _263377263377 Manage requirements related to quality and other standards_116785 Target Group: All persons whose work related activities involve the management and control of quality issues. Purpose: The purpose of this course is to:

1) Provide learners with a strong conceptual understanding of quality management which is important in sustaining the quality management activities in organisations and other contexts;

2) Acquaint learners with the importance and implementation of international standards governing quality, and;

3) Give knowledge of the terms and definitions used in quality management and the ability to differentiate between them.

Course content: The course shall include the following:

a) Scope of a quality management system b) Terms and definitions typically used in a quality management system c) Elements of a benchmark quality management system d) Compatibility between ISO 9001 quality management system and other management

systems e) Overview of management responsibility towards a quality management system



f) Overview of resourcing requirements for a quality management system g) Overview of the requirements and process for product realisation h) Occupational Safety Health, Environmental and Quality Policy; i) Planning; j) Implementation and operation; k) Checking and corrective action; and l) Measuring and monitoring a quality management system m) Management review

Course outcome: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

1. Describe the history of quality and quality standards. 2. Describe the importance of the international standards in quality 3. Interpret quality management standards. 4. Compare ISO 9001 quality management system and other management systems 5. Explain the elements of a quality management system

2.8 ISO 9001: 2007 Quality Management System training (Implementation)

Duration: 5 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of standard change. Validation of certificate: N/A Unit Standard: Demonstrate an understanding of quality requirements for a quality management system _263377 Manage requirements related to quality and other standards_116785 Target Group: All employees involved in the implementation of the quality Management System Purpose: To equip learners with practical knowledge and skills to apply, implement and audit an ISO 9001: 2007, quality management system. This will include benchmark practices and quality management system principles and requirements. Course contents:

a) Introduction to quality Management Systems; b) Occupational Safety Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Policy; c) Overview of management responsibility towards a quality management system; d) Overview of resourcing requirements for a quality management system; e) Overview of the requirements and process for product realisation; f) Elements of successful quality Management (Planning; Implementation and operation;

Checking and corrective action; Management review); g) General requirements; h) Compatibility between ISO 9001 quality management system and other management

systems i) Measuring and monitoring a quality management system

Course outcomes: a. Verify that document versions relating to standards are current and that the requirements

are understood. b. Plan and implement a procedure to verify compliance of current systems and documentation

with the applicable standards. c. Implement the procedure to verify compliance with standards required, identify non-

compliance issues and correct them. d. Communicate all changes and train all relevant personnel in the new procedures and

requirements

2.9 NEBOSH Occupational Health and Safety Management



Duration: 15 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures change Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire. Unit Standard: Facilitate the development, implementation and maintenance of a Safety, Health and Environment management system _244283 Promote occupational health and safety in the work place_244285 Target Group: Operating Managers, First Line Supervisors, and SHE Professionals who require competency in the management and control of Occupational Health, Safety, Environment and Quality issues. Purpose:

1) The purpose of this course is to equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to explain the importance of integrating safety and health (SHEQ) considerations in routine activities within the workplace and identify the critical areas in order to prevent incidents.

2) Also to be able to measure safety performance against established objectives, deal with any deviations from the set objectives and make recommendations on the development of the safety and health(SHEQ) management programme.

Course contents: The course is structured around NGC1: Management of Health and Safety workplace hazards, NCC1: Managing and Controlling Hazards in Construction Activities and NCC2: Construction Health and Safety Practical and covers the following:

a) Foundation in Occupational health and safety b) Concept of SHEQ management c) Basic Legal Liability concepts and Health and Safety Policy d) Organising for health and safety in the workplace, Health and Safety Committees and

Representatives e) Promoting a positive health and safety culture f) Risk assessment g) Principles of control and incidents prevention h) General site issues – hazards and controls (including rrequirements for premises,

housekeeping, machinery and equipment safety) i) Working at height – hazards and control j) Excavation work and confined spaces – hazards and control k) Demolition– hazards and control l) Movement of people and vehicles – hazards and control m) Work equipment – hazards and control n) Manual and mechanical handling – hazards and control o) Electrical – hazards and control p) Fire – hazards and control q) Chemical and biological health – hazards and control r) Physical and psychological health – hazards and control s) Incident investigation, recording and reporting t) Monitoring, review and audit


a) Explain the communication processes in promoting occupational health and safety in the working place.

b) Demonstrate the planning and execution of a project designed to promote occupational health and safety in the working place.

c) Monitor, measure and report on the effectiveness of the promotional programme 2.10 SHEQ Auditors Training

Duration: 5 or 10 Days



Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures change Unit Standard: Perform auditing activities _12674 Verify compliance to safety, health and environmental requirements in the workplace _259604 Target Group: All employees involved in the SHE Management System, including Supervisors, SHE Reps, SHE Practitioners, Business Unit Managers and other members of the Auditing team. Purpose: The purpose of this course is to:

1) Enable learners to be able to understand the importance of compliance to safety, health and environmental legal and other requirements for a specific workplace and the importance of integrating safety, health and environmental considerations into all routine activities at the workplace;

2) Equip learners with knowledge and skills to audit documentation related to materials, components, process performance and final product for compliance with specifications, e.g. policies and procedures, company performance criteria and;

3) Enable learners to identify any deviations and workplace safety performance in the workplace from health, safety and environmental requirements and be able to ensure that the correct action is taken in situations where safety health and environmental issues are not in accordance with requirements.

Course contents: The course scope shall include:

a) A detailed proven procedure/process for effective internal audits that can be applied to any process/ SHE management system.

b) The Audit Process and Measuring effectiveness c) Audit methodology(s) d) Commitment to auditing; e) Requirements from OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001; (Separate training on the different

standard requirements) f) SANS ISO 19011:2003 Guidelines for quality and/or environmental management systems

auditing; g) Developing an audit system; h) Arranging an audit; i) Planning and managing audits; j) Auditors selection and training; k) Carrying out the audit; l) Managing the on-site process as the team leader; m) Maximizing the effectiveness of the audit team; n) Interviewing styles; o) Use of audit protocols; p) Compliance verification strategies; q) Data collection and interpretation; r) Reporting; s) Case studies of current best practices; and t) Acting on audit results.


a) Plan and prepare for the audit process. b) Communicate the audit plan to affected parties c) Conduct the audit process. d) Interpret and evaluate findings. e) Compile an audit report. f) Report on the audit findings. g) Follow-up and evaluate corrective action(s) / improvements made. h) Discuss and explain auditing process and purpose of auditing

2.11 NOSA Integrated 5 STAR System Navigator



Duration: 2 days Frequency: Once off Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures change Accreditation: None NQF Level: 3 Unit Standard/ SAQA ID: None Target Group: SHE Professionals, SHE reps, Managers and Supervisors Purpose: To provide the learners with an overview of the NOSA Integrated Five Star System and guidelines that will enhance the effective implementation and maintenance of the system standards. Course contents: The course scope shall include:

a) Overview of the requirements of the NOSA Integrated Five Star System b) Overview of the requirements of the CMB001

2.12 SHE Training for Supervisors

Duration: 3 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures change Unit Standard: Supervise personal safety practices in the workplace- 254099 Target Group: Eskom and Contractors Supervisors Purpose: The purpose of this course is to equip learners’ knowledge and skills to be able to implement Health and Safety policies and safe work procedures, as well as supervise personal safety practices and manage safety emergencies in the workplace Course contents:

a) Overview of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. (COIDA);

b) Roles and responsibilities of Line Managers and OHS/SHE Professionals in the implementation of health and safety

c) Overview of health and safety in the workplace; d) Understanding the Eskom SHEQ Policy and health and safety procedures; e) Emergency preparedness planning; f) Overview of Hazards Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) and housekeeping; g) Dangers and control measures when working with moving machinery and other hazardous

conditions h) Safety procedures for work in confined spaces.


a) Demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace. b) Ensure the implementation of Health and Safety policies and procedures. c) Participate in the development and implementation of a Health and Safety plan for their

sections in line with the site Health and Safety plan. d) Monitor the implementation of the Health and Safety plan, systems and procedures in their

sections.



e) Explain relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. (COID).

f) Explain the purpose of health and safety committees and health and safety representatives. g) Explain safe working practices in the workplace in accordance with work policies and

procedures. h) Explain the application of emergency procedures i) Monitor good housekeeping practices in workplace. j) Explain the dangers of working with moving machinery and other hazardous conditions in

the workplace. Explain and monitor procedures for entering a confined space

2.13 NEBOSH Construction Safety Management

Duration: 15 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures set change Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire. Unit Standard: Comply with legal requirements for a construction contract_9982 Target Group: SHE Professionals and Managers working in Construction environments, Construction Engineers and Supervisors who require special competency in Construction Safety Purpose: At the completion of this course participants will be knowledgeable on aspects and activities that form part of effective Construction Safety Management and competent to provide advice on SHE matters and prevent accidents in construction environment. Course contents and outcomes: The course should therefore include the following:

a) Foundations in construction health and safety b) Basic Legal Liability concepts and Health and Safety Policy c) Organising for health and safety in construction, Health and Safety Committees and

Representatives d) Promoting a positive health and safety culture e) Risk assessment f) Principles of control and incidents prevention g) General site issues – hazards and controls (including rrequirements for premises,

housekeeping, machinery and equipment safety) h) Working at height – hazards and control i) Excavation work and confined spaces – hazards and control j) Demolition– hazards and control k) Movement of people and vehicles – hazards and control l) Work equipment – hazards and control m) Manual and mechanical handling – hazards and control n) Electrical – hazards and control o) Fire – hazards and control p) Chemical and biological health – hazards and control q) Physical and psychological health – hazards and control r) Incident investigation, recording and reporting s) Monitoring, review and audit t) NGC1: Management of Health and Safety workplace hazards u) NCC1: Managing and Controlling Hazards in Construction Activities. v) NCC2: Construction Health and Safety Practical w) Concept of SHEQ management

Course outcomes: a. Demonstrate practical application and implementation of Health and Safety Management

system



b. Identify legal requirements and comply with applicable regulations and procedures. c. Register with legal entities and professional bodies. d. Demonstrate practical knowledge of hazards and risk control methods

2.14 Construction Regulations compliance training

Duration: 2 Day. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher/Retraining: Fresher will be conducted annually, when starting a new project and extension of work that includes new hazards. Retraining will be conducted where the content of the legislation, regulations, codes of standards and project specification and procedure change Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Unit Standard: Comply with legal requirements for a construction contract_9982 Manage health and safety on a construction project_ 15136 Eskom Procedure 32-136 Target Group: All Managers and Supervisors involved in construction related work. Objectives: This course is aimed at training employees in the statutory requirements and regulations specific to their working environment as specified in the Construction Regulations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993. Course contents: The course scope shall include:

a) An overview of the Construction Regulations; b) An overview of the Eskom construction and contractor management process and

procedures; c) The role of clients; d) The role of designers; e) The role of project managers; f) The role of the agent g) The role of COHS manager h) The role of COHS officer i) The role of quantity surveyors; j) The registering process with legal entities and bodies for all personnel in Construction

Projects (SACMP). k) Legal appointments l) Pre-planning; m) Risk assessments, methods and techniques for identifying, evaluating and managing

hazards on a construction project, and how to determine corrective and preventative measures;

n) Health and safety specification; o) Project Health and Safety Plans; p) Occupational Health and Hygiene; q) Safe work procedures; r) Method statements; s) Health and Safety File; t) Overview of key health and safety interventions; u) Inspections / Audits; v) The cost of accidents; w) Man hours (reporting and recording) x) Health and Safety as the catalyst for project performance.

Course outcomes: a) Discuss the importance of legislative controls over construction work and applicable

penalties b) Evaluate the definition of “construction work” and apply to a predetermined set of examples



c) Discuss outcome of evaluation in a group setting. d) Discuss the various definitions of the role players and application to business unit / self. e) List the different appointments to be made as per the Construction Regulations and briefly

describe the duties of those appointees f) Briefly describe the different phases of the Eskom Contractor Management process and the

roles of Procurement personnel, SHE functionaries, Contract Managers and other role players at the different phases,

g) List the Eskom Contractor Management level 1 procedures facilitating compliance to the Construction Regulations

2.15 Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for Tender Committee members

Duration: 2 hours – Overview contact training and 1 hour – e-learning assessment Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises (once off) Unit Standards: Comply with legal requirements for a construction contract_9982 Eskom Procedure 32-726, 32-136, 32-524 and 37-2 agreement, Supplier deregistration. Target Group: Members of different Eskom Tender committees throughout the Organisation Purpose: The purpose of this course is to: Equip learners with knowledge to be able to implement the different of safety aspects Safety Eskom contracts management standard and policies according to their respective roles in the construction work value chain; Course contents

a) Eskom Construction SHE Management standard, procedures and process. b) Roles and responsibilities of all role players (Project Managers, Contract Managers, Tender

Committee members, Procurement and OHS officials) in contractor management. c) Application of health and safety for contracts. d) The application of Health and Safety specifications and requirements when scoping for a

project and evaluating potential service providers during the tendering stage. e) Applicable legislation for effective construction health and safety management


a) Demonstrate an understanding of Eskom procedures related to contracts safety management.

b) Understand the legal and moral implications of contracting service providers for different works for Eskom.

2.16 Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for Procurement Officials

Duration: 2 days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises (Once off) Unit Standards: Manage health and safety on a construction project_ 15136 Comply with legal requirements for a construction contract_9982 Eskom Procedure 32-726, 32-136, 32-524 and 37-2 agreement, Supplier deregistration Target Group: Procurement personnel (Buyers, Commodity Sourcing Managers, etc. involved in the tendering process for all contracted work in the Organisation) Purpose: The purpose of this course is to: Equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to implement the different aspects of the Eskom health and safety management standards, procedures and policies according to their respective roles in the construction work value chain. Course contents



a) Eskom Construction SHE Management procedures b) Roles and responsibilities of Project Managers, Procurement and OHS officials in contractor

management c) The application of Health and Safety specifications and requirements when scoping for a

project and evaluating potential service providers during the tendering stage. Course outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

a) Demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety with regard to contract management. b) Demonstrate understanding of legal requirements and their application within the Eskom

construction management space. c) Demonstrate an understanding of the Eskom contracts management process

2.17 Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for SHE Practitioners

Duration: 3 days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standards: Manage health and safety on a construction project_ 15136 Comply with legal requirements for a construction contract_9982 Eskom Procedure 32-726, 32-136, 32-524 and 37-2 agreement, Supplier reconsideration, Project life cycle model (construction) Target Group: Construction SHE Professionals Purpose: The purpose of this course is to: Equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to implement the different aspects of the Eskom Health and Safety construction management standards, procedures and policies according to their respective roles in the construction value chain; Course contents (minimum)

a) Eskom Construction SHE Management procedures b) Roles and responsibilities of Project Managers, Procurement and OHS professional

(construction Manager, Officer, Agent, etc) officials in contractor management c) Legal appointments d) Application of health and safety on a construction site (Permit requirement, notifications,

auditing ) e) The application of Health and Safety specifications and requirements when scoping for a

project and evaluating potential service providers during the tendering stage. f) Professional registrations g) Site Health and safety plan and site establishment h) Applicable legislation for effective construction health and safety management


a) Demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety on a construction site. b) Assist with the development of Health and Safety policies and procedures. c) Develop and implement a Health and Safety Site plan. d) Monitor the implementation of the Health and Safety plan, systems and procedures. e) Demonstrate the application of Health and Safety specifications and requirements when

scoping for a project and evaluating potential service providers during the tendering stage. f) Demonstrate understanding of legal requirements and their application within construction

management. g) Demonstrate understanding of the registering process with legal entities and bodies for all

personnel in Construction Projects (SACMP) 2.18 Contracts Health and Safety Management Training for Construction Clark of works, Project

Supervisors, Managers, Engineers, Designers and Agents Duration: 3 days



Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises (once off) Unit Standards: Manage health and safety on a construction project_ 15136 Comply with legal requirements for a construction contract_9982 Eskom Procedure 32-726, 32-136, 32-524 and 37-2 agreement, Supplier reconsideration Target Group: Construction Supervisors, Clark of works, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers and Eskom Agents. Purpose: To equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to implement the different aspects of the Eskom health and safety contracts management standards, procedures and policies according to their respective roles in the construction work value chain; Course contents

a) Eskom Contracts OHS Management procedures and process b) Roles and responsibilities of Project Managers, Procurement and OHS officials in contractor

management c) Application of health and safety on a construction site d) Site Health and safety plan and site establishment e) Applicable legislation for effective construction health and safety management

Course outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to

a) Demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety on a construction site. b) Describe and demonstrate an understanding of the Eskom contracts management process

from start to end c) Monitor the implementation of the Health and Safety plan, systems and procedures. d) Demonstrate the application of Health and Safety specifications and requirements when

scoping for a project and evaluating potential service providers during the tendering stage. e) Demonstrate understanding of legal requirements and their application within the Eskom

construction management space. f) Demonstrate understanding of the registering process with legal entities and bodies for all

personnel in Construction Projects (SACMP) 2.19 Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 (OHS Act) training

Duration: 1 Day Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard: Demonstrate understanding of occupational health and safety legislation in the workplace _ 244288 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant current occupational health and safety legislation such as OHS Act 85 of 1993_120344 Target Group: Supervisors, Line, Senior Managers and all persons whose work related activities involve the management and control of occupational health and safety issues. Purpose: The purpose of this course is to provide learners with knowledge of the basic principles of occupational health and safety legislation and the consequences of non-compliance Course contents:

a) General duties of an employer and employee b) Health and safety management system and programmes c) Health and safety policy d) Risk Management (assessment and control) e) Health and safety planning (Targets, objectives and indicators) f) Health and safety Structures, roles and responsibilities g) Health and safety training h) Procurement management i) Engineering/maintenance



j) Safety observations, inspections and Task analysis k) Personal Protective Equipment l) Communication m) Enforcements n) Inspectors, Investigations and Inquiries o) Offenses, Penalties and Liability Concerns


a) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of the relevant legislation b) Explain the requirements for compliance as stipulated in the current legislation. c) Determine the management controls required under legislation to achieve compliance. d) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of record keeping required by the legislation. e) Explain the legal obligations of the employer in terms of training and communication. f) Discuss pertinent occupational health and safety legislation applicable to a specific

workplace. g) Discuss and explain the application of the common law principles pertinent to health and

safety in the workplace. h) Apply the current Act for compensation for occupational injuries and diseases in the

workplace 2.20 SHE legislation for OHS Practitioners

Duration: 10 Days Frequency: Once off and training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard: Demonstrate understanding of occupational health and safety legislation in the workplace _ 244288 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant current occupational health and safety legislation such as OHS Act 85 of 1993_120344 Target Group: Employees on the SHE Practitioners Development Program Purpose: The purpose of this course is to provide learners with knowledge of the basic principles of occupational health and safety legislation, the consequences of non-compliance and skills that will enable them to practice effectively at Business Units and Construction Sites. Course contents: Introduction The introductory part of the course should entail the following outcomes:

i) How legislation is compiled and promulgated; j) How to read and understand an Act, its Regulations and reference material; k) Understanding legal principles, prosecution and compliance; l) High level overview of Provincial and Local Authority By-laws; m) General legal principles

Health legislation n) Detailed overview of applicable health legislation at National level; o) Requirements and compliance to applicable health legislation; p) Registration, certification and minimum documentation required for Eskom Clinics; q) As a minimum, the following statutes need to be discussed in detail:

The Constitution Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act no. 84 of 1993)

a. Hazardous substance Act (Act no. 15 of 1973) b. Compensation of Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (Act no. 130 of 1993) c. Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and disinfectants Act (Act 54 of 1972) d. Health Act (Act 63 of 1997) e. Medicines and Related Substances Act 101 of 1965 f. Tobacco Products Control Amendment Act 63 of 2008 g. Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972

Environmental legislation



a. Detailed overview of applicable environmental legislation at National level; b. South African Environmental principles c. Environmental governance in South Africa d. King III and the Environment e. Administrative Law and the Implementation of Environmental Law f. Requirements and compliance to applicable environmental legislation; g. Registration, certification and minimum documentation required for Eskom; h. As a minimum, the following statutes need to be discussed in detail:

The Constitution a. National Environment Laws Amendment Act, No 44 of 2008 b. Atmospheric Pollution Prevention Act, 1965, c. National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004, (To be promulgated) d. Environment Conservation Act, 1989, e. National Environmental Management Act, 107 1998, f. Environmental Conservation Act (Act no. 73 of 1989) g. Nuclear energy Act (Act 131 of 1993) h. Water services act (Act 108 of 1997) i. National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act 10 of 2004 j. National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act 57 of 2003 k. Marine Living Resources Act 18 of 1998 l. Heritage Act m. Waste Act n. International Environmental protocols

Safety legislation a. Detailed overview of applicable environmental legislation at National level; b. Requirements and compliance to applicable environmental legislation; c. Registration, certification and minimum documentation required for Eskom; d. As a minimum, the following statutes need to be discussed in detail:

The Constitution a. National Roads Act (Act no. 54 of 1971) b. Fire brigade services act (Act 99 of 1987) c. Road traffic act (Act 29 of 1989) d. Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act no. 84 of 1993) e. Mines Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996 f. Compensation of Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (Act no. 130 of 1993) g. Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act 36 of h. 1947 i. National Key Points Act 102 of 1980

Court proceedings a. Detailed overview of the structures for courts in RSA; b. Detailed overview of the role and function of courts in different levels; c. Detailed overview of correct court proceedings in a civil case as opposed to Criminal case.

Legal compliance management a. Introduction and appreciation of the IMBEWU legal register managed in Eskom; b. Registration on the IMBEWU website and practical use of the centralised legal compliance

registers. Course outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

a) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of the relevant legislation b) Explain the requirements for compliance as stipulated in the current legislation. c) Determine the management controls required under legislation to achieve compliance. d) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of record keeping required by the legislation. e) Explain the legal obligations of the employer in terms of training and communication. f) Discuss pertinent occupational health and safety legislation applicable to a specific

workplace. g) Discuss and explain the application of the common law principles pertinent to health and

safety in the workplace. h) Apply the current Act for compensation for occupational injuries and diseases in the

workplace



2.21 Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 130 of 1993 (COID) Duration: Introduction – 1 Day and Advanced training – 2 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where legislation, regulations, codes and standards prescribed change. Unit Standard: N/A Target Group: Introduction: All employees Advanced: Managers, Supervisors and employees involved in the COID reporting process. Purpose: The aim of the COID Act is to provide for compensation in the case of disablement caused by occupational injuries and diseases, sustained or contracted by employees in the course of their employment, or death from such injuries or diseases, and to provide for matters connected therewith. This training is aimed at creating awareness and understanding of the purpose, application and legal requirements of the COID Act, and the correct reporting and recording procedures with regards to work related injuries and diseases. Course Content: The course scope shall include:

a) Overview of the COID Act Legislation; b) Fundamentals of the COID Act; c) The right to compensation; d) The duties of the employer and employee; e) Benefits and the calculation thereof; f) Different classes of compensation payments and the manner of calculating earnings; g) Procedure and steps to follow when reporting injuries and diseases; h) Prepare compensation documentation for occupational injuries and diseases; i) The compensation process and the required documentation for the completion and

submission of a claim; j) Checklist for compensation problems; k) COID management process; l) The investigation of an injury or disease in the workplace; m) Accidents outside of the Republic of South Africa; n) Legal rules, inquiries, fines and penalties; and o) The new amendments to the COID Act

NB: (The difference between Introduction and Advance courses would be the level of detail covered.)

2.22 Health & Safety (SHE) Representatives

Duration: 2 days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard: Describe the functions of the workplace health and safety representative _ 259622 Conduct workplace Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) inspections _259619 Target Group: Employees to be appointed or appointed as Health and Safety Representatives in terms of OHS Act Purpose: The purpose of this course is to enable learners to:

1) Understand the objectives and statutory requirements pertaining to health and safety in the workplace.

2) Explain the rights, powers, functions and duties of the workplace health and safety representative and how any errant health, safety and environmental issues may be handled.

3) Participate in the safety, health and environmental structures and measure these activities according to health, safety and environmental requirements.



Course Content: a) Legal aspects and requirements b) General duties of employers and employees c) Hazard identification and risk assessment techniques d) Causes and effects of accidents and incidents e) Accident / incident investigations f) Critical task inventory and analysis g) Colour codes and symbolic signs h) Personal Protective Equipment i) Inspection techniques j) Task / Job observation processes k) Effective communication skills l) Health and Safety Committee structures and requirements m) Emergency preparedness and response requirements


a) Describe the framework of workplace health and safety legislation pertaining to health and safety representatives

b) Explain the specified requirements to conduct safety, health and environmental representation activities at a working place

c) Address safety, health and environment related issues within the scope of authority. d) Comply with the activities within safety, health and environmental structures. e) Explain the relevant legal requirements to conduct Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

inspections f) Plan Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) inspections. g) Conduct inspections to identify non-compliance in the workplace. h) Report on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) inspections

2.23 Incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis Training (RCAT)

Duration: 3 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of internal regulations, standards and procedures set change Validation of certificate: The certificate issued will be for the period of three years. Unit Standard: Conduct an investigation into workplace safety, health and environmental incidents_259617 Target Group: Managers, SHE Reps, OHS Professionals, Supervisors and all employees involved in incident investigation process. Purpose: This course will give the learners knowledge of Eskom incident management process, skills to use root cause analysis technique (RCAT) and to develop effective corrective actions in order to eventually help prevent the recurrence of incidents. RCAT is a systematic incident investigation tool, which allows the investigators of incidents to identify the safety system deficiencies that lead to the occurrence of a loss or a potential loss. It guides the investigator through a process of loss or potential loss evaluation, identification of immediate and basic causes and ultimately the determination of lack of control. Course contents: They should have a thorough knowledge about the following:

a) Causes and consequences of incidents - A map for investigations; b) Overview of the Eskom incident management procedure and process (Incident notification,

reporting, classification, investigation, follow-up and close-out); c) Subjectivity and objectivity during incident investigation; d) Overview of risk management in the application of root cause analysis; e) Root cause analysis technique;



f) Remedial actions; g) Case studies and lessons learnt;

Learning outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

a) Describe requirements for workplace safety, health and environment incident investigation b) Describe the different steps of the incident management process as per Eskom incident

management procedure c) Describe the root cause analysis technique as applied in the Eskom incident management

procedure d) Explain the importance of sharing the outcomes of an investigation and lessons learnt

2.24 Baseline Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment training

Duration: 5 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard: Conduct a baseline risk assessment and take appropriate action _ 244287 Target Group: OHS Practitioners, Occupational Hygiene Practitioners, Line Managers, Project Managers and SHE Reps. Purpose: Techniques to conduct and/or maintain the organisation's baseline risk assessment must be part of the skills amongst the managerial and supervisory levels. As such they must be inducted in the principles of OHS risk management, line management responsibilities, and the use of risk assessment tools as outlined in the Eskom Occupational Health and Safety Risk Assessment Procedure 32-520. The purpose of this course is to equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to conduct work place base-line risk assessment. Course Contents: The course should include the following aspects:

a) Description of the Eskom OHS risk assessment process; b) Description of different types of risk assessment (Baseline, Issue-based, continuous and

Health risk assessments); c) Practical steps to conduct workplace risk assessments; d) Specified requirements needed to conduct a base-line risk assessment. e) Practical steps in conducting a baseline risk assessment. f) Remedial action for hazards identified and risks assessed. g) Compiling a comprehensive baseline risk assessment report; h) Workplace checklist (including ergonomics hazards)


a) Explain the specified requirements needed to conduct a base-line risk assessment. b) Prepare to conduct a baseline risk assessment. c) Conduct a baseline risk assessment. d) Initiate remedial action for hazards identified and risks assessed. e) Compile a baseline risk assessment report. f) Present and explain the business unit risk profile base on the baseline risk assessment

report 2.25 Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)

Duration: 3 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures change. Validation of certificate:



N/A Unit Standard: Conduct a continuous risk assessment in a workplace _ 120330 Target Group: Employees whose work activities involve risk assessment and management Purpose After the training the target audience should have broad knowledge, skills and understanding of techniques and methodologies of conducting risk assessments as per Eskom Risk Assessment procedure Course contents:

a) General principles and the theory of risk assessment b) Explain the concept - baseline risk assessment c) Explain the concept - issue based risk assessment d) Explain the concept- continuous risk assessment e) Occupational hazard identification and qualification f) Hazards identification, risk analysis and risk consequences g) The mechanics and technicalities of risk assessment process h) Describe different risk control strategies i) Initiate remedial and follow-up actions for the identified hazards and assessed risks


a) Explain the legal and specified requirements for conducting continuous risk assessments b) Describe the continuous risk assessment process c) Prepare to conduct a continuous risk assessment. d) Initiate remedial action and follow up on Continuous Risk Assessment.

2.26 Planned Critical Task Analysis/ Job Safety Analysis / Hazardous Task Assessment

Duration: 2 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided on appointment and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of the internal regulations, standards and procedures set change. Validation of certificate: N/A Unit Standard: Conduct a Task Analysis and take appropriate action to address identified risks _ 120341 Target Group: Managers, Supervisors and all employees involved in the SHE Management System. Purpose: The purpose of this course is to train learners to be able to conduct a task analysis as part of a risk assessment process. Managers and Supervisors should acquire the techniques to systematically analyze tasks from a SHE and efficiency perspective, and be able to deal with all of the critical concerns in the workplace. Job Safety Analysis, task analysis and procedures, is one of the critical systems in a proactive and integrated SHE management system, and managers and supervisors should therefore have thorough insight into the following: Course Contents: Job Safety Analysis (Task analysis) Task assessment–Written Safe Work Procedures:

a) Causes and effect of loss; b) Management control of loss; c) Task analysis and procedures; explain what a task analysis is, Conduct a task analysis,

Take appropriate action to address identified risks. d) Inventory of tasks; e) Identifying the critical tasks; f) Break tasks down into steps or activities; g) Pinpoint loss exposure;



h) Make efficiency checks/ inspections; i) Develop controls; j) Write procedures, practices or work instructions k) Implementation and monitoring of procedures, practices or work instructions; l) Update and maintain records.


a) Explain what a task analysis is. b) Conduct a task analysis. c) Take appropriate action to address identified risks.

2.27 Written Safe Work Procedures (W.S.W.P)

Duration: 3 Days including formative and summative assessments. Frequency: Training shall be provided on appointment and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of the internal regulations, standards and procedures set change. Validation of certificate: Competency certificate will not expire Unit Standard: 259619 and other related unit standard Target Group: Managers, Supervisors and all employees who are required to carry out formal or informal job observations, critical task analysis and compile written safe work procedures. Purpose: To give Managers, Supervisors and employees knowledge and skills to systematically analyse tasks from a SHE and efficiency perspective and be able to compile safe work procedures for their critical tasks. Course Contents:

a) Causes and effect of loss; b) Management control of loss; c) Overview of Written Safe Work Procedures and Inspections Techniques; d) Task analysis and compiling a safe work procedure; e) Ensuring the effective implementation of the safe work procedure

2.28 Hot Works

Duration: 1 day Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises (once off) Refresher training and Certificate Validation: Retraining will be conducted where the content of the legislation is amended, the requirements set by regulations, standards and codes change. Accreditation: None NQF Level: None SAQA ID: None Unit Standard: None Credits: Target Group: All employees performing different hot work activities such as welding Course contents: The course scope shall include:



a) Classification of hot work b) Hot work hazards and dangers c) Safety precautions when doing hot work d) All the legislative and safety requirements for safety during hot work activities

2.29 Ergonomics

Duration: 3 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher/Retraining: Refresher shall be conducted where the legislation, regulations and codes are amended. Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Unit Standard: Conduct an ergonomic assessment and take appropriate action _244523 Target Group: Occupational Hygiene and OHS Practitioners Purpose: Ergonomics training shall be aimed at creating awareness, understanding and an appreciation for the field of Ergonomics. Ergonomics looks at the relationship between our bodies and the machinery or equipment that we use in order to perform our daily tasks. It looks at the physical factors in the work place, which may affect the safety, health, comfort or general physical well-being of employees. The purpose of this course is to equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to conduct an ergonomic assessment and take appropriate action Course Contents: The course scope shall include:

a) Ergonomics definition and principles b) The benefits of an ergonomic programme c) Ergonomic related injuries and their causes d) Identifying ergonomic risk factors e) Office ergonomics f) Industrial ergonomics g) Control strategies to minimise risk h) Injuries prevention strategies

Course outcome: a) On completion of this course, learners will be able to: b) Explain the concept of ergonomics in the workplace. c) Perform post-assessment activities

2.30 Hazardous Chemicals Substances Management

Duration: 3 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard:

1) Monitor and make recommendations on the application of health and safety principles regarding hazardous substances in the working place _120370

2) Identify and deal with dangerous goods _119032 3) Manage hazardous substances_264454

Target Group:

Employees working with different types of HCS and dangerous goods;

Drivers of vehicles carrying HCS and;

OHS, Occupational Hygiene Practitioners and other employees who may be exposed to HCS in the course of their duties.

Purpose: The purpose of this course is to equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to demonstrate the ability to monitor, advice and report on compliance with legislation regarding hazardous



substances. Course contents and learning outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

a) Monitor, advice and report on the specified requirements with regards to hazardous substances in a work place

b) Understand and apply different types of dangerous goods Legislation, Protocols and Conventions

c) Demonstrate knowledge pertaining to the application of methods in preventing exposure to hazardous substances in a work place.

d) Perform basic control and confinement of hazardous materials operations within the capabilities of the resources and personal protective equipment available.

e) Demonstrate understanding of the protection of people working with hazardous materials and situations

f) Assist emergency services in protecting people and property from hazardous materials. g) Identify protective action factors. h) Apply protective actions. i) Apply safety precautions. j) Demonstrate knowledge pertaining to the classification, physical state, health effects and

disposal methods of hazardous substances in a workplace. k) Analyse an incident for potential or actual hazardous materials and their possible

consequences. l) Consider options and plan the management of an incident. m) Implement a hazardous materials management plan. n) Evaluate a hazardous materials management plan

2.31 Noise Monitoring

Duration: 3 or 5 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard: Measure noise levels, and take appropriate action _120317 Target Group: Occupational Hygiene Practitioners Purpose:

1) The purpose of this course is to train learners to be able to demonstrate understanding of a working place hearing conservation programme, measure noise levels and recommend appropriate remedial action where the levels are too high.

2) Also those actions required to meaningfully determine environmental and personal noise levels


a) Describe the causes and effects of exposure to noise. b) Demonstrate understanding of control measures to reduce noise exposure. c) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of noise level monitoring and measuring

procedures. d) Demonstrate knowledge pertaining to the measurement of sound levels and the

determination of personal equivalent noise exposure levels. e) Prepare to determine noise or personal equivalent exposure levels, measure sound levels

and collect relevant data. f) Report, make recommendations and deal with equipment

2.32 ISO 14001 environmental management system awareness

Duration: One day Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher training and Certificate Validation:



Retraining will be conducted where the content of the legislation is amended, the requirements set by regulations, standards and codes change. Accreditation: NQF Level: SAQA ID: Target Group: Eskom employees, contractors, Supervisors and Managers Objectives and outcomes: To provide participants with an overview of ISO 14001 environmental management system

2.33 ISO 14001 environmental management system implementation

Duration: 5 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Refresher training and Certificate Validation: Retraining will be conducted where the content of the legislation is amended, the requirements set by regulations, standards and codes change. Target Group: Environmental Practitioners Objectives and outcomes: To provide participants with an overview of ISO 14001 environmental management system and detailed training in the implementation thereof On completion of the course, the learners will be expected to have the skills to develop, document and implement an environmental management system based on the ISO 14001 standard and that will be compliant / certified to the same standard.

2.34 Environmental Law/Legislation

Duration: 5 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided on appointment and when the need arises. Refresher training and Certificate Validation: Retraining will be conducted where the content of the legislation is amended, the requirements set by regulations, standards and codes change. Target Group: Environmental Professionals and Managers Objectives and outcomes:

1. The purpose of the Environmental Legislative training shall be to provide basic knowledge of the applicable Environmental Management legislation concerning the workplace, the community, the individual and the environment and to further ensure effective standardized incident prevention and management involving people, wildlife, property, material, hazardous substances and equipment.

2. An overview of South African Environmental Laws: National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998 (NEMA)

Constitutional Context

Environmental Management Principles

Integrated Environmental Management

International obligations and agreements

Enforcement

Administration of NEMA and other Environmental Management Acts Air Quality

Air quality concerns

NEMA: Air Quality Act 39 of 2004

Air Quality Management in South Africa

Atmospheres – pollutant formation and dispersion

Air pollution sources in South Africa

Air pollution emission –control technologies



Water use and water pollution

Factors influencing water pollution

Management of water pollution

Legislation dealing with water pollution

Authorization of waste related water use and waste Integrated Waste Management

Impacts resulting from waste emission into the atmosphere – air pollution

Impacts resulting from land based disposal of waste

Sustainable integrated waste management

Integrated waste management in South Africa

The new Waste Act Pesticides

Fertilizers and Farm Feed Act Protected Areas

South African Law

South African protected natural and cultural heritage

International Treaty obligations Environmental Assessment and Environmental Management

Defining environmental assessment

Defining Environmental Management Systems – ISO 14001

Developing a legal Environmental Register in accordance with ISO 14001 requirements Climate Change

What is climate change

South African vulnerability to climate change

Regional vulnerability

Domestic policy response

Local and national leadership

Impact adaptation, mitigation, threats and opportunities International Environmental Protocols

2.35 Water Resources Management

Duration: 5 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided on appointment and as and when the need arises Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of internal regulations, standards and procedures set change Target Group: Supervisors, Managers and Environmental Management Practitioners involved in water management activities Objectives and outcomes:

1. To provide participants with knowledge and skills related to water management; 2. The training should be done through a number of modules and cover Resource

Management, Groundwater Management, Water use licence process and water legislation, Power Station Water Management, and Blue and Green Drop recognition programme.

3. The course outcome should include: 4. Understand the water cycle, ecosystem types, and the different water uses; 5. The sources of impacts to water resources, different technologies employed to treat polluted

water as well as future options; 6. The difference parameters and water quality variables to measure water quality, 7. The technologies, process and mechanisms in place to reduce water consumption in

Eskom, 8. Knowledge of applicable legislation both in terms of act and relevant sections, as well as the

various standards and general authorisations and water quality standards for the different water uses,

9. differentiate between chemical, physical and bio monitoring analyses,



10. Role of research in water management and what is being attempted to achieve by the research,

11. Understanding of role and function of the various licensing authorities, an understanding of water quality monitoring data, including bio monitoring, process to apply for a Water Use Licence (WUL) as well as use of General Authorisations (GA),

12. An understanding of wetland delineation, and of the approaches to water conservation and rehabilitation.

Integrated Water Resource Management in the Context of South African Legislation The objective of the course is to:

a) Train environmental managers and professionals in the fundamental principles of water and related legislation in South Africa; and

b) Provide them with practical guidance on the implementation of current water and related legislation at the workplace in order to facilitate responsible water management.

Water Quality Monitoring: Principles, Approaches and Techniques The course aims at enabling environmental managers to understand the principles and the practical approaches and techniques required to effectively monitor the chemical, hydrological, microbiological and aquatic elements of water quality. It is also aimed at assisting in the design and development of effective water quality monitoring programmes which take cognisance of the relevant legal, institutional, technical and practical issues. The course will also enable the understanding of the translation of data obtained through such monitoring programmes into reliable management information.

2.36 Oil Management

Duration: 3 days Frequency: Refresher training and Certificate Validation: Retraining will be conducted every third year for all appointed First Aiders and where the content of the legislation is amended, the requirements set by regulations, standards and codes change. Target Group: All nominated and/or appointed First Aiders Objectives and outcomes: The aim of the course is to sensitise operating and management personnel to:

a) The impact on the environment caused by Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB) and other articles and substances which are capable of posing a significant risk to health, safety and property when handled, stored or transported; and

b) Comply with the international specifications and criteria for such goods 2.37 Waste Management

Duration: 2 day Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arise Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted where the content of the legislation is amended, the requirements set by regulations, standards and codes change. Target Group: Employees, Environmental Reps and Environmental Officers and Managers Objectives and Outcomes: After the course exposure, the participants are expected to have an understanding of the waste management life cycle, overview of waste management act and its application and also to seek ways of prioritising waste management in terms of waste management hierarchy where possible

a) Brief Overview of Waste Management Act b) Waste Management principles c) Waste Management System (Information) d) Hierarchy of Waste Management e) Land Pollution



2.38 Environmental Impact Analysis (EIA)

Duration: 1 day Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Target Group: Employees involved with the Environmental impact analysis Objectives and outcomes: After the training the target audience should have knowledge on the following:

a. A thorough understanding of EMS standards and their application; b. Legislative requirements and information about environmental aspects and impacts over

which the organisation can maintain control; c. The Environmental Impact Assessment Process (EIA process) d. Identification of critical issues; e. Critical tasks and processes; f. Investigation of undesired events; g. Environmental impact management for offices; h. Environmental impact management for projects

2.39 Working at heights/ Fall Arrest System and Rescue training

Duration: 3 days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Retraining will be conducted where internal regulations, standards and procedures change. Validation of certificate: Certificate does not expire Unit Standard: 1) Install, use and perform basic rescues from fall arrest systems and implement the fall protection

plan _229995 2) Explain and perform fall arrest technique when working at heights – 229998 3) Monitor, report and make recommendations pertaining to specified requirements in terms of

working at heights _120362 Target Group: Technical Managers, Workers who perform work at heights, Supervisors and SHE Practitioners, Designers and maintenance staff needing to perform high- angle rescues for people working at heights. Purpose: The purpose of this course is train learners on the safe use of FAS, Installation, use, performance of basic rescues from fall arrest systems and the implementation of fall protection plan when working at height where there is a risk of injury from a fall. Upon completion of the course, the participants are expected to have a full understanding of Fall Arrest Rescue Mechanisms (safe) and its application within Eskom. Course contents: This training should include practical where candidates can simulate working at heights. The course should include the following:

a) Fall Arrest; b) Anchoring: (Wire Slings, Webbing Slings and Fixed Anchors) c) Rope Skills: (Abseiling, Passing Knots and Ascending) d) Equipment selection and limitations e) Knots f) Exclusion zones g) Administration: (Risk Assessment, Fall Protection Plan and Related Standards & Legislation) h) Rescue (Snatch Rescue, Mechanical Advantage Systems, Lifting & Lowering of a patient –

from a vertical and horizontal lifeline and diagonal cableways)



Course outcomes: On completion of this training, learners will be able to:

a) Explain the use of a range of fall arrest equipment and knowledge of applicable regulations. b) Describe the requirements to safely perform work in elevated positions. c) Describe the requirements to correctly inspect, care for and store fall arrest equipment. d) Describe the safety, health and environmental principles with regards to working platforms,

ladders, scaffolds and walkways in elevated positions. e) Explain and use basic rope knots. f) Install and use fall arrest systems. g) Inspect and assemble fall arrest equipment and systems. h) Interpret and implement a fall protection plan. i) Perform basic fall arrest rescues to bring a casualty down to safety.

NB: The successful training provider must have work and training experience for the different Eskom or similar structures they will be offering training for.

2.40 Work at height assessment and fall protection plan

Duration: 2 Days Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises Unit Standard: Assess a worksite for work at height and prepare a fall protection plan_229994 Target Group: SHE Practitioners/Professionals and Supervisors/ Managers of people doing work at heights Purpose: The purpose of this course is to give learners the skills to:

1. Assess the safety of others performing tasks at height and 2. Develop fall protection plans for people working at height


a) Perform a risk assessment of the worksite where work is to be done at height. b) Demonstrate knowledge of fall arrest rescue equipment and advanced fall arrest rescue

techniques. c) Develop a fall protection plan and fall arrest plan. d) Manage safety of personnel working at heights

2.41 Work at height assessment and fall protection plan

Duration: 3 Days. Frequency: Training shall be provided as and when the need arises. Refresher/Retraining: Refresher will be conducted based on the risk assessment conducted, where the content of legislation, regulations, standards and procedures change. Validation of certificate: The certificate issued will not expire. Unit Standard: Work in confined spaces on construction sites _15034 Implement safety procedures for open hole or deep excavations _365183 Target Group: All employees who are required to perform work in confined spaces, their Supervisors and SHE Practitioners. Purpose: The purpose of this course is to equip learners with knowledge and skills to be able to identify the hazard of confined spaces and the precautions required for the safety of the workers and public. Course Content: a) Understanding the general principles involved in work in confined spaces



Poor or no ventilation and the effect of it

Claustrophobia and risks

Medical and psychological fitness for work in confined spaces

Design aspects influencing accessibility and egress b) Understanding the planning, preparation, execution and wrap up of work in confined spaces

The practical planning of work in confined spaces and overview

Aspects to be worked through during the preparatory phase

Aspects to be managed during the execution phase

Aspects to be managed during the wrap-up phase c) Understanding risk assessments of work in confined spaces

Put risk assessments in context

Practical aspects to be identified, evaluated and controlled

Typical application of risk assessments in various scenarios

Execution of a risk assessment d) Understanding sub terrain confined spaces (trenches, pits, pipes and sewers)

Presentation of types of access systems and its practical application

Inspection and maintenance on the equipment

Ways and means to install access systems

Procurement specifications and checks for compliance e) Understanding container type confined spaces (tanks, drums, pipes and containers)

Presentation of types of access systems and its practical application

Inspection and maintenance on the equipment

Ways and means to install access systems

Procurement specifications and checks for compliance f) Understanding ventilation and breathing systems

Ventilation techniques and equipment

Safe atmospheric conditions and minimum life sustaining requirements

Types and use of breathing protection and support systems g) Understanding gas monitoring, gas warning and personal air safety systems

Basic principles of gas monitoring

Types and application of gas warning systems

Types and application of personal air safety systems h) Understanding the integration with permit system and legal requirements

Treatment of confined spaces in terms of Eskom Plant Safety Regulations

Understanding basic legal requirements and compliance

Role and execution of heat stress tests in support of maintaining a safe confined space i) Understanding rescue principles

Confined space rescue principles, techniques and equipment

Practical examples of rescues

Case studies Learning outcomes: On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

a) Identify the hazards of working in confined spaces. b) Identify appropriate protective clothing or equipment. c) Identify training requirements for unskilled workers working in confined spaces & train the

workers. d) Plan and Implement emergency procedures. e) Explain the relevant Occupational Health and safety regulations. f) Explain the legal responsibilities for Health and Safety when working in or alongside

excavations g) Identify unsafe working conditions relating to excavations h) Determine methods of achieving health and safety when working in or alongside

excavations. i) Undertake responsibility for safety of self and others. j) Conduct safe work practices

3. SPECIFICATION OF PRODUCT OR GOODS



The service provider should be able to deliver at all Eskom Majuba Training Venues as required. The contract will be on as and when required basis within the duration of the contract period of three years from the date which will be agreed upon between Eskom and the Service Provider.

3.1 Facilitator, Moderator & Assessor

3.1.1 Facilitator, Moderator & Assessor Qualifications

a. Facilitators, moderators and assessors should be SETA accredited on the specific unit standard they present.

b. Minimum: National Diploma in relevant SHEQ Management qualification with relevant certificate in Instruction and Training as per the programme they offer.

c. Preferred: Post Graduate Qualification in SHEQ Management and/Diploma in Adult Education within the SHEQ environment.

3.1.2 Facilitator, Moderator & Assessor Registration Requirements

a. Minimum: Registration as Professional with the Institute of SHEQ Management or recognised professional body and accredited to facilitate SHEQ training by Health and Welfare SETA (HWSETA) or other relevant SETA

b. Preferred: Registration with Internationally Recognised Institute or Association

3.1.3 Facilitator, Moderator & Assessor Experience

a. Minimum: 5 years in technical industries as practitioner b. Preferred: 10 years related industry as SHEQ Manager or SHEQ Professional Trainer

3.2 Class Size

a. Classes shall be made up of a minimum of 08 learners and maximum will differ from course to

course. b. Eskom will provide venues/site and target audience unless negotiated differently

3.3 Content/Material Delivery Specifications

a. Eskom requires all service providers to provide us with their SAQA ID registration numbers and

the accredited Seta certificate b. All education and training should emphasise the importance of meeting requirements and the

needs and expectations of the customer and other interested parties. c. Service providers must be prepared to update or customise, if required, their existing training

material and training methodologies to address any Eskom business standard procedures/directives and specific risks.

d. Service providers are expected to provide the client with training content which is unit standard based, including formative assessment, summative assessment criteria and other assessment instruments.

e. Service providers may be required to customise their material content to accommodate Eskom’s policies and procedures (which will be provided)

f. Service providers must understand that they may at any time be assessed and evaluated with regards to course content, training methodology, trainer’s knowledge and experience as part of customer satisfaction survey process.

g. Evaluate and assess the training facilitators and course material content, come unannounced to the sessions for spot checks as part of quality assurance and control and to request the service providers to make the required changes to the course content or change the facilitator as may be recommended by the quality assurance assessments.

h. Service providers must be prepared to offer refresher-training programmes, if required i. All service providers shall be evaluated and reference checks shall be undertaken j. Each student must be issued with a certificate after successful completion of the training course.

The certificate must include the following: SETA logo, ES/ETQA registration number of the assessor with his/her signature, the NQF level and the number of credits obtained must appear



on the certificate. Certificates must be issued within 30 days after completion of the assignment. An attendance registers with trainee signatures, South African identification numbers and Eskom’s unique numbers.

k. The attendance register must at all times be attached to the tax invoice prior to payment being processed

l. The training will be on as and when required m. The learner safety for the duration of the intervention is the facilitator’s responsibility n. In instances where the service provider sub-contracts (Eskom must be notified in advance and

only pre-approved service providers), the sub-contractor will have to meet all Eskom’s contractual obligations

o. All training material, registration documentation, assessment tools, approved facilitators and moderators qualifications to be submitted during the pre-tender phase (electronically – on a CD).

3.4 Travelling & Subsistence Expenses

a. Travelling & subsistence expenses should be part of the training delivery costs, with the assumption that the service provider(s) should be able to provide training in any of the training delivery sites.

b. The travelling & subsistence expenses should be on the account of the service provider.

3.5 Materials, Time and/or facilities a. Eskom the Employer will give access to facilities as and when required b. The Service Providers will be required to:

I. Deliver training during the normal Eskom business hours II. Provide training manuals

III. Quote per person per course and not the number of sessions IV. Give Eskom permission to subject them to Non Conformance process (where they

are seen not to comply) and condition Z9 of the contract clause will apply. c. The service provider should submit completed attendance registers, tax invoices, assessments

results and feedback reports before claiming for payment

1. GENERAL

1.1 Should a course be arranged and no candidates attend, the Employer will continue paying the Service Provider the amount equal to an agreed minimum number of learners in a class, which is set to 8, and pay for travelling and accommodation as mentioned in the scope.

1.2 The Service Provider will continue to provide the training as scheduled, even if the candidates are

less than the minimum number agreed. For any training provided, the Employer will pay up to 8 learners (including travelling and accommodation), plus additional if there are more than 8 candidates.

1.3 The Employer reserves the right to cancel the training should the Service Provider arrive later than one hour and thirty minutes after the scheduled starting time for the training session. No payment will be made to the Service Provider for the applicable training session.

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