Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
Learn to recognise workplace hazards, assess risks and support the selection of suitable control measures.
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NQF Level 4 | SAQA ID 121929
Turn your commitment to safety into a career. Prepare to help organisations identify workplace hazards, assess risks, investigate incidents, support legal compliance and build a strong culture of health and safety.
Develop practical, workplace-relevant skills that help organisations protect people, improve safety procedures and meet their occupational health and safety responsibilities.
Learn to recognise workplace hazards, assess risks and support the selection of suitable control measures.
Understand occupational health and safety controls, documentation and the administration of safety activities.
Build an understanding of incident and accident investigation, reporting and follow-up procedures.
Develop skills in safety reporting, record management and basic data analysis.
Learn to communicate and coordinate workplace health and safety activities with relevant teams.
Understand how consistent procedures and communication contribute to safer working environments.
The training consists of three components: Knowledge Modules, Practical Skills Modules and Work Experience Modules. This structure combines theoretical learning with hands-on practice and workplace experience.
Knowledge modules are conducted at the college premises, where students develop the theoretical understanding required for occupational health and safety practice.
Practical skills modules are delivered at the college in well-equipped practicum rooms. Students apply theoretical knowledge in hands-on situations that simulate real-world environments and help them develop occupational competence.
DAM Health School has signed Memoranda of Understanding with partner companies where students complete their workplace learning. These companies are in Pretoria and Johannesburg. DAM Health School is responsible for placing students with these companies so they can acquire the required workplace experience.
To qualify for the external summative assessment, learners must have a completed and signed Statement of Work Experience, as well as proof of successful completion of the Knowledge Modules and Practical Skills Modules.
Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded the National Occupational Certificate: Occupational Health and Safety Officer NQF Level 4, SAQA ID 121929.
This Occupational Health and Safety qualification (NQF Level 4) can prepare you for entry-level and developing roles. Career opportunities depend on your experience and employer requirements.
You could work in industries including construction, manufacturing, mining, logistics, healthcare, retail, government and professional safety services. With workplace experience and additional certifications, you may progress into senior safety, compliance, risk-management, training or consulting roles.
Opportunities may be available in construction, manufacturing, mining, logistics, healthcare, energy, retail and the public sector.
Salary levels vary by employer, location, industry, experience, professional registration and additional certifications. Employment and salary are not guaranteed.
Gain practical, workplace-relevant skills for a profession that supports employee wellbeing, operational continuity and legal compliance across many industries.
Build knowledge relevant to occupational health and safety roles in a range of industries.
Strengthen your understanding through practical learning and simulated workplace activities.
Complete workplace learning through DAM Health School's partner-company arrangements in Pretoria and Johannesburg.
Duration: 16 months · EISA exams will be written in Mid July 2028.
Full time and part time
| Fee | Details | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | Non-refundable | R600 |
| Admission Fee | Non-refundable. Includes a pair of uniform, name tag, student card and books for the first semester. | R2,400 |
| Monthly Instalments | R1,350 × 16. Includes textbooks (modules) for the second and third semesters. | R21,600 |
| Practical Fee | Includes a practical kit. | R2,000 |
| Total | R26,600 | |
| Cash Fee | R23,940 | |
| Event | Course / Description | Braamfontein Campus | Pretoria Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orientation day (New Students) | National Occupational Certificate: Occupational Health and Safety Officer (NQF Level 4) | 02/02/2027 | 03/02/2027 |
| Classes Commence (Continuing Students) | National Occupational Certificate: Occupational Health and Safety Officer (NQF Level 4) | 01/02/2027 | 01/02/2027 |
For more information you can visit our website: www.damhealthschool.com — there is a list of consultants ready to assist you
Duration: 16 months. Please note that there are set dates for QCTO EISA exams per course and every student must present himself or herself to write the EISA exams. They will be written in mid July 2028.
| Fee | Details | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | Non-refundable | R600 |
| Admission Fee | Non-refundable. Include, books (modules) for the first semester. | R1,950 |
| 16 Monthly Instalments | Includes modules for the second and third semesters. R1,150 × 16. | R18,400 |
| Practical Fee | Include a practical KIT | R2,000 |
| Total | R20,950 | |
| Cash Fee | R18,855 | |
Enquire today about admission requirements, accredited delivery, workplace experience and enrolment dates.