Understand and apply essential OHS compliance requirements
The Skills Programme: Essential OHS Compliance Ensurer (SP-250604) is a QCTO-registered skills programme at NQF Level 3 that teaches learners to understand and apply essential occupational health and safety compliance requirements in the workplace. This programme equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills to ensure their organisation meets its legal obligations under South Africa’s Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Workplace compliance is not optional – it is a legal requirement. This programme provides a structured approach to understanding what compliance means in practice, how to identify gaps, and how to take corrective action. Whether you are responsible for safety in your own team or across an entire facility, this skills programme gives you the foundation to ensure your workplace operates within the law.
What You’ll Learn
- Understanding the OHS Act and its supporting regulations
- Identifying compliance requirements applicable to your workplace
- Conducting basic compliance checks and inspections
- Documenting and reporting non-compliance findings
- Implementing corrective actions to address compliance gaps
- Understanding employer and employee duties under the OHS Act
Entry Requirements
- NQF Level 2 qualification or equivalent
Course Details
- Skills Programme ID: SP-250604
- Duration: 2–3 days
- Credits: 2
- NQF Level: 3
- Certification: QCTO Skills Programme Certificate
- SETA: HWSETA
- Assessment: Formative and summative assessment with workplace-based evidence
Who Should Enrol?
- Safety Representatives: Individuals appointed to represent workers on health and safety matters who need to understand compliance requirements in depth.
- Team Leaders & Supervisors: Those responsible for ensuring their teams work in a safe and compliant environment on a day-to-day basis.
- Compliance Officers: Professionals tasked with monitoring and maintaining OHS compliance across departments or facilities.
- Employers: Business owners and managers ensuring their organisation meets all legal OHS compliance obligations and avoids penalties.