COVID-19 Workplace Preparedness Course
HEALTH & SAFETY
In the workplace, health and safety regulations are paramount to the well-being of the employees and the employer.
Overview
With the arrival of COVID-19 it is vital that business understands the impact this has on the workplace, what legal requirements there are and how to best manage and lead in this time of change.
Objectives
- Provide information on COVID-19 the disease
- OHS Implications on employer, employee and public
- Workplace Preparation and related HIRA to help prevent the contagion and spread of COVID-19
- Training required for COVID-19
- Reporting, Processing of Claims and a Checklist
Course Prerequisite
None
Language of Delivery
English
Delivery Methods
Course is facilitated by a competent subject matter trainer, who utilises a combination of the following techniques to ensure that the session is practical and experiential: Discussion; Role Play; Exercises & Case Studies; Videos/DVD’s; Games, Slide Shows & Written Questions.
Who should attend?
All staff members
Duration
1 Day
Includes:
- Comprehensive Manual
- Lunch & Refreshments (not applicable to on-site training)
- Electronic Certificate (on successful completion of the course)
- Electronic Delegate Feedback Questionnaire
Course outline
| Module 1 | Background & Scope of Guidance: Introduction Background to COVID-19 Important Information on COVID-19 |
| Module 2 | Health & Safety Legislation pertaining to COVID-19: Health & Safety Legislation in South Africa Overview of the OHS Act Regulations of the OHS Act |
| Module 3 | COVID-19 employer, Employee and Third-party Obligations: Introduction Health & Safety Statues governing Workplaces in Relation to COVID-19 The Responsibilities of Employers towards other Persons (Third Parties) The General duties of Employers towards Employees Responsibilities of Employees COVID-19 Classification Monitoring Exposure at Workplace Medical Surveillance COVID-19 Direction on Health and Safety in the Workplace issued by the Minister in terms of Regulation 10(8) of the National Disaster Regulations Symptom Monitoring and Management Reporting Authorities and Emergency Contact Details |
| Module 4 | Preparing the Workplace for COVID-19: Develop a Contingency and Business Continuity Plan for Business Operations Prevention Measures for all staff and other (3rd parties) that enter the premises Prepare to implement basic infection prevention measures Develop policies and procedures for prompt identification and isolation of sick people, if appropriate Develop, implement, and communicate about workplace flexibilities and protections How to help prevent spread of respiratory infections including COVID-19 Environmental cleaning Cleaning offices and public spaces where there are suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 Advice on travel and meeting Handling post, packages or food from affected areas COVID-19 and food safety: guidance for food businesses |
| Module 5 | Conducting a COVID-19 HIRA: HIRA and Sectoral Guidelines Performing a COVID-19 risk Assessment (HIRA) |
| Module 6 | Processing of COVID-19 Claims: Introduction Aim of the COIDA The main objective of the COIDA What is worker’s compensation? The Compensation Commissioner The Compensation Fund Licensees Protection of employers against claims from employees and dependants Categories of persons are entitled to compensation Criteria for occupational accidents Criteria for occupational diseases Diagnosis Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Benefits Reporting |
| Module 7 | COVID-19 Communication and Training: Informing employees of COVID 19 related information Lines for COVID-19 communication Preparing Communications Strategies What to communicate to employees? Providing training and information to Management and employees |
| Module 8 | The role of health and safety representatives and committees in the management of COVID-19: Role of health and safety representatives Role of the health and safety committee |
| Module 9 | Reporting, recording and investigation of COVID-19 related cases: Reporting of occupational injuries and diseases to the employer Reporting of occupational diseases to the authorities Record keeping requirements Prescribed Investigation for COVID-19 incidents |
| Module 10 | Action Checklist Prevention and Mitigation of COVID-19 at Work |