KwaZulu Private Emergency Care Training Academy

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KwaZulu Private Emergency Care Training Academy

FIRST AID TRAINING COURSE

The Occupational Health & Safety act 85 of 1993 (GSR 3) states that an employer shall take all reasonable steps that are necessary under the circumstances to ensure that persons at work receive prompt first aid treatment in the case of injury or emergency Where there are 10 or more employees, employed in a workplace, the employer must appoint in writing a First Aider. The First Aider must be available during normal working hours and poses a valid certificate of competency (OHS Act 85 of 1993 – GSR 4) An Employer shall affix a prominent notice or sign in a conspicuous place at the workplace, indicating where the first aid box or boxes are kept as well as the name of the person in charge of such first aid box or boxes (OHS Act 85 of 1993 – GSR – 6)

First Aid Level 1:

Accreditation: HWSETA & DOL
Based on unit standard 120496 & Department of Labour requirements
NQF Level 2, Credits 5
Duration: 2.5 days
Cost: Enquire about this course

Principals of first aid
Emergency scene management
Artificial respiration (ADULT)
Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Choking
Wounds and bleeding
Shock, Unconsciousness and Fainting
Factures
Burns
Head and Spinal injuries

First Aid Level 2:

Accreditation: HWSETA & DOL
Based on unit standard 120496 & Department of Labour requirements
NQF Level 2, Credits 5
Duration: 4 days
Cost: Enquire about this course

Principals of first aid
Emergency scene management
Artificial respiration
Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) – 1 and 2 rescuer
Choking
Pelvic and abdominal injury
Environmental illness and injuries
Burns
Management of foreign objects
Elementary anatomy and physiology
Wounds and bleeding
Shock, Unconsciousness and Fainting
Factures
Head and Spinal injuries
Joint injuries and rescue
Chest, eye and hand injuries
Multiple injury management
Poison bites and stings
Chest pain and paralysis
Fits/epilepsy
Soft tissue injuries

First Aid Level 3:

Accreditation: HWSETA & DOL
Based on unit standard 120496 & Department of Labour requirements
NQF Level 2, Credits 5
Duration: 5 days
Cost: Enquire about this course

Principals of first aid
Emergency scene management
Artificial respiration
Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) – 1 and 2 rescuer
Adult, child and infant resuscitation
Choking
Pelvic and abdominal injury
Environmental illness and injuries
Burns
Management of foreign objects
Elementary anatomy and physiology
Water accidents
Ethics related to emergency care
Wounds and bleeding
Shock, Unconsciousness and Fainting
Factures
Head and Spinal injuries
Joint injuries and rescue
Chest, eye and hand injuries
Multiple injury management
Poison bites and stings
Chest pain and paralysis
Fits/epilepsy
Soft tissue injuries
Emergency child birth
Behavioural emergency

FIRE FIGHTING TRAINING COURSE

What You Need To Know About Fire Fighting In The Workplace:

All Workplaces Should Have The Following In Place:

Fire Protection (Fire Extinguishers, sprinklers, fire alarm etc.)
Fire Prevention (Rules & Policies)
Fire Fighting (Training)

Duties of the Employer (OHS Act 85 of 1993 Section 8) states that every employer shall provide and maintain a working environment, that is safe and without risk to the health of his employees.

Fire Fighting Course:

Course Title: Fire Marshall Training
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 252250
NQF Level 1, Credits 3
Duration: 1 Day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Fire introduction
The burning process
Procedure in case of a fire
The fire triangle
Extinguishing methods
Classes of fire
Getting out alive
Extinguishing mediums
How to operate a fire extinguisher
Housekeeping
Fire prevention
Practical use of a Fire Extinguisher
Practical use of a Hose Reel

Advanced Fire Fighting:

Course Title: Advanced Fire Fighting
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 252250
NQF Level 1, Credits 3
Duration: 2 Day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Fire introduction
The burning process
Procedure in case of a fire
The fire triangle
Extinguishing methods
Classes of fire
Getting out alive
Extinguishing mediums
How to operate a fire extinguisher
Housekeeping
Fire prevention
Rescue carries
Fire teams
PPE
Emergency evacuation procedures
Practical use of a Fire extinguisher
Practical use of a hose reel
Practical use of a Hydrant with drills
Fire blanket and buckets

Breathing Apparatus Induction:

Course Title: Breathing Apparatus Induction
Unit Standard: None
Duration: 1 Day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Introduction
General
Self-contained breathing apparatus
Body’s reaction while wearing SCBA
Limitation of the equipment
Limitation of the air supply
Working duration
Parts of Breathing Apparatus set
Steps for donning the face peace
Methods of donning a Breathing Apparatus set
Practical evaluation

Emergeny Preparedness & Evacuation:

Course Title: Emergency Preparedness & Evacuation
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 259597
NQF Level 2, Credits 3
Duration: 1 Day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Introduction
Emergencies and incidents
Emergencies and their effects
Types of alarms
Emergency Signage
Alarms and emergency procedure
Preparing for Emergency
Emergency Control Centre
Recording
Managing the emergency

HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING COURSE

What You Need To Know About Health & Safety Reps

The Occupational Health & Safety Act 85 of 1993 Section 17 states that every employer who has more than 20 employees in his employment at any workplace shall designate in writing for a specific period a Health & Safety Representative for such workplace, or for different sections thereof.

If an Inspector is of the opinion that the number of Health & Safety representatives for any workplace or section thereof, including a workplace or section with 20 or fewer employees, is inadequate, he may by notice in writing direct the employer to designate such number of employees as the inspector may determine as health and safety representatives for that workplace or section thereof.

Health & Safety Committee

An employer shall in respect of each workplace where two or more health and safety representatives have been designated, establish one or more health and safety committees and, at every meeting of such a committee consult with the committee with a view to initiating, developing, promoting, maintaining and reviewing measures to ensure the health and safety of his employees.

Health & Safety Induction

Course Title: Health & Safety Induction
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 259639
NQF Level 2 Credits 4
Duration: 0.5 days
Cost: Enquire about this course

Introduction to OHS Act 85 of 1993
Duties of the employer
Duties of the employee
Inspectors
Regulation and legislation
Workplace Hazards
Incidents
General Safety Rules
Signs and Symbols
PPE
Housekeeping
Emergency Procedures

Health & Safety Represtentation

Course Title: Health & Safety Representative
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 259622
NQF 2 Credits 3
Duration: 1 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Health & Safety legislation pertaining to health and safety representatives
Definition and terminology of current legislation
The impact of current legislation on both employees and employer
Duties and functions of the health and safety representative
Duties and functions of the health and safety committee
Conducting safety, health and environmental activities in the workplace
Addressing safety, health and environmental related issues within the scope of authority
Resolution of Safety health and environmental issues in accordance to legislation and organisational policy and procedures

Accident/Incident Investigation

Course Title: Accident/Incident Investigation
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 259617
NQF 2 Credits 3
Duration: 1 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Introduction to accident/incident investigation
Legal and organisational requirements
Requirements for an Investigator
Procedures to follow
Iceberg theory
Unsafe acts and conditions
Consequence of non-compliance
Gathering information
Recording evidence
Reporting procedure
Processing physical evidence

HIRA – Hazard Investigation Risk Assessment

Course Title: HIRA – Hazard Investigation Risk Assessment
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 120330
NQF Level 3 Credits 4
Duration: 1 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

The need for SHE protection – Early days
Legal requirements
Examples of Code of Practice
Purpose of workplace inspections/li>
Hazards and Risks
Preparing to conduct a risk assessment
Conducting a risk assessment
Recording and reporting
Implementing and maintaining risk control measures
Implication of non-compliance

Legal Liability

Course Title: Health & Safety – Legal Liability
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 259604
NQF Level 2 Credits 4
Duration: 1 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Definitions
Health and Safety Policy
General duties of Employers
General duties of Employees
Listed work
Duty to inform
Section 16 – Chief Executive Officer
Section 17 – Health and Safety Representative
Section 19 – Health and Safety Committee
General prohibitions
Reporting of incidents
Function of Inspectors
Powers of Inspectors
Investigation, formal /joint inquiries
OHS Act Regulations (General)

COIDA – Compensation For Occupational Injuries & Disease Act

Course Title: COIDA – Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Disease Act
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 259610
NQF Level 2 Credits 2
Duration: 1 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Introduction to COID Act
Legal requirements
Occupational injuries
Occupational disease
Application for compensation
Compensation procedures
Documentation

NEMA – National Environmental Management Act

Course Title: NEMA – National Environmental Management Act
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 119553
NQF Level 2 Credits 10
Duration: 2 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

National Environmental Management principals
Institutions
Procedure for co-operative governance
Fair decision and conflict management
Integrated environmental management
International obligations and agreements
Compliance and enforcement
Administration of the Act
General and transitional provisions

Occupational Hygiene

Course Title: Occupational Hygiene
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Unit Standard: 259609
NQF Level 2 Credits 9
Duration: 2 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

The concept of Occupational Hygiene in the workplace
Environmental factors that influence workplace conditions
Maintenance of acceptable occupational hygiene conditions in the workplace
Dealing with abnormal occupational hygiene conditions in the workplace

Health & Safety For Supervisors

Course Title: SHE Supervisor
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Registered Skills Programme – HW/SP/150114
NQF Level 2 Credits 6
Duration: 3 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Occupational Health and Safety Act – 50 Sections
Regulations and legislation
General safety rules
Workplace Hazards
Unsafe Acts and conditions
Incident reporting and investigation
Overview of COIDA
Implementing and maintaining SHE legislation
Implementing and maintaining risk control measures
Emergency preparedness and Evacuation

SHEMTRAC – Safety, Health & Environmental Management Training Course (Safety Officer)

Course Title: SHEMTRAC – Safety Officer
Accreditation: HWSETA
Based on Registered Skills Programme – HW/SP/150467
NQF Level 2 Credits 15
Duration: 10 day
Cost: Enquire about this course

Occupational Health and Safety Act – 50 sections
Legal Liability
Health and Safety Representative & Safety Committee
Accident/Incident Investigation
HIRA – Hazard Investigation Risk Assessment
COIDA – Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Disease Act
NEMA – National Environmental Management Act
Occupational Hygiene
Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation

Our courses are presented at any one of our branches in KZN or at your workplace. Feel free to contact us for more information, our friendly and professional staff are always eager to assist you.

ACADEMY HEAD OFFICE

National Contact Number:

0861 367 367
Direct Contact Number:

033 342 3629
Physical Address:

18 St Patricks Road Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg 3200

HEAD: EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Contact Person:

Mr Rakesh Ballaram
Contact Number:

083 531 1000
Email Address:

rakesh@kpecta.co.za

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