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English
Last updated at
Thu, 01-Jan-1970
Level
Advanced
Total lessons
31
Total duration
00:00:00 Hours
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0
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2
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Short description
This course provides an in-depth understanding of occupational health and safety (OHS) principles, laws, risk management strategies, and best practices in Zambia. It is designed for professionals, safety officers, and organizations aiming to improve workplace safety and compliance with national and international standards.
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Requirements
- A basic understanding of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) principles.
- Prior experience in workplace safety, risk management, or compliance (recommended but not mandatory).
- Suitable for safety officers, HR personnel, managers, and professionals in high-risk industries.
- Minimum of a high school diploma (Grade 12 certificate).
- Work experience in an industrial, mining, construction, or corporate environment is beneficial.
Outcomes
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of Zambian OHS laws and regulations, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (2010) and the Factories Act.
- Identify and classify different types of workplace hazards (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial).
- Understand the roles of regulatory bodies such as the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, ZEMA, and WCFCB.
- Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments using industry-standard methods (HIRA, JHA, HAZOP).
- Apply the Hierarchy of Controls (Elimination, Substitution, Engineering, Administrative, and PPE) to mitigate risks.
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