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HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment)

ZAR 1,000.00
🏅 In line with Unit Standard 13167, NQF Level 2, Credits 3 ⏱️ 1 Day 📊 NQF 2

1 Day · NQF 2 · In line with Unit Standard 13167, NQF Level 2, Credits 3

Duration1 Day
NQF Level2
Credits3
CertificationCertificate awarded
DeliveryIn-class, Online
AssessmentPractical and written
AccreditationIn line with Unit Standard 13167, NQF Level 2, Credits 3

📋 Prerequisites

Basic English reading and writing skills (NQF Level 1 equivalent). Mathematical literacy is required for risk scoring and calculations. Prior OHS knowledge is beneficial but not essential.

📘 What You'll Learn

  • • Define the key concepts of hazard, risk, and risk assessment in the workplace context.\n• Apply a systematic methodology to identify all potential hazards in their work areas (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial).\n• Conduct a risk assessment using a recognised scoring matrix (e.g., 5x5 or 3x3) to determine risk priority.\n• Select and recommend appropriate control measures based on the hierarchy of controls (Elimination, Substitution, Engineering, Administrative, PPE).\n• Understand the legal requirements for risk assessments under the OHS Act and relevant regulations.

👥 Who Should Attend

  • Supervisors\nSite Risk Assessors\nSafety Officers\nQuality Controllers\nTeam Leaders\nForemen\nSHE Representatives\nManagement staff

💰 Pricing

Standard Price
ZAR 1,000.00
Excludes VAT
In-House / On-Site
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📦 Included Materials

  • 1 x A5 HIRA reference guide (handout)

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📋 Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to HIRA\n- Definitions: Hazard, Risk, Consequence, Likelihood.\n- The legal duty to conduct risk assessments (OHS Act, Sec 8 & 9).\n- Benefits of proactive hazard identification.\n\nModule 2: Hazard Identification Techniques\n- Workplace inspections and observations.\n- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) / Task-based analysis.\n- Checklists, incident records, and employee feedback.\n- Hazard categories and their sources.\n\nModule 3: Risk Assessment Methodology\n- The 5-step risk assessment process.\n- Risk scoring: Probability vs. Severity (using a risk matrix).\n- Practical scoring exercises – calculating risk priority numbers.\n- Determining acceptable vs. unacceptable risk.\n\nModule 4: Risk Control Measures\n- The Hierarchy of Controls (most to least effective).\n- Developing practical and cost-effective controls.\n- Emergency preparedness as a control measure.\n- Assigning responsibilities for implementation.\n\nModule 5: Documentation and Review\n- Recording findings – the risk register.\n- Communicating risks to employees and management.\n- Review cycles – when to reassess risks (new tasks, changes, incidents).\n- Continuous improvement through monitoring.