Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner – KC

NQF Level 5

SAQA ID: 121527

Occupational Certificate

120 Credits

Duration: 18 – 24 Months

Course Purpose

This qualification prepares learners to become Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Practitioners—professionals who promote, implement, and manage health and safety practices in the workplace.

A qualified learner will be able to:

✓ Develop and implement operational OHS management systems

✓ Identify, control, and mitigate workplace hazards and risks

✓ Monitor, evaluate, and improve health and safety practices

✓ Promote a strong safety culture within organisations

✓ Integrate OHS reporting into broader organisational systems

✓ Engage with external stakeholders and regulatory bodies

Why this Course?

Occupational Health and Safety is critical to every organisation’s success. In South Africa, the right to work in a healthy and safe environment is protected by the Constitution, making OHS both a legal and ethical priority. This qualification helps you become part of the solution to workplace safety challenges, both locally and globally.

Workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses don’t just harm individuals—they affect families, businesses, economies, and even social security systems. The costs of preventable incidents are borne by society through increased insurance claims, disability benefits, and lost productivity.