Legal Liability (Management’s Focus/Responsibility)

Overview

The increasing focus on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance places significant legal responsibilities on employers, senior management, and appointed authorities within organisations. Failure to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and related legislation can result in severe penalties, including fines, civil claims, and criminal liability.

The Legal Liability course equips management with the knowledge and practical understanding required to fulfil their legal duties in terms of health and safety legislation. The course focuses on management accountability, duty of care, risk management, and proactive compliance strategies, enabling leaders to protect employees, the organisation, and themselves from legal exposure.

Course Details

Total Modules: 5
Total Duration: 1 Day(s)
Languages Available:
English
Prerequisites:
- Communication: ABET / NQF Level 3 or equivalent.
- Mathematical Literacy: ABET / NQF Level 3 or equivalent.
- English proficiency sufficient to engage with training materials.

Course Objectives

On completion of this course, delegates will be able to:

Understand management’s legal obligations in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Identify areas of potential legal liability within the organisation
Understand the personal liability of employers and senior management
Apply legal requirements related to risk assessment, incident investigation, and emergency preparedness
Ensure effective implementation of health and safety policies, procedures, and appointments
Manage contractors and outsourced services in line with legal requirements
Support continuous improvement and compliance within the organisation

Delivery Methods

The course is facilitated by a competent subject matter expert using a combination of:

Interactive discussions
Practical exercises and scenario-based learning
Case studies relevant to management and executive roles
Video and slide presentations
Written questions and knowledge checks

Training & Evaluation

Training conducted on a 90% theoretical and 10% practical basis
Practical scenarios, including Health & Safety compliance and audit discussions

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for individuals with legal and managerial responsibility for health and safety, including:

Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Managing Directors
Company Directors and Members
Senior and Middle Management
Facilities Managers
Health & Safety Executives and Managers
Appointed OHS Section 16(1) and 16(2) Assignees

Includes

Comprehensive Manual
Lunch and Refreshments (not applicable to on-site training)
SAIOSH Accredited (2 CPD credits/points)
Electronic Certificate (on successful completion of the course)
Electronic Delegate Feedback Questionnaire

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