GMR 2 (1) Supervisor of Machinery

The course provides learners with an overview of the key requirements of the OHS Act, pertaining to the safe use of plant and machinery, and how to implement and manage these.

Summative assessment

Assessment to be done at the end of the course.

Course outline

The following aspects will be addressed during the course:

What the law consists of in respect of occupational health and safety.
How to read legislation in general but specifically in respect of the OHS Act
Terminology and legal liabilities in respect of occupational health and safety
The reasons for appointing a competent person to oversee the use of machinery
What determines competency in respect of this particular appointment
The appointment of assistants to the supervisor of machinery
Duties of manufacturers, designers, erectors and installers
The necessity for and the role of the competent person in respect of:
- risk assessments;.
- audits;
- safe operating procedures;
- permit systems;
- lock-outs, etc.
The legal requirements and practical approach to the General Machinery Regulations (GMRs)
Process to be followed during the appointment of a competent person
Relationship between different role players in occupational health and safety.

Course Information

Study in your own time, at your own pace via our E-Learning offering. Selected NOSA Colleges also offer fully equipped computer and internet facilities so that you can start a career in health and safety. A free service accessible to registered students.

Accredited:

Unit Standard Title:

None

E-Learning Price:

Not Available as E-learning

E-Learning Duration:

Not Available as E-learning

Credits:

None

SAQA ID:

None

Professional Body:

Saiosh

CPD Points:

NQF Level:

None

Prerequisites:

None

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

● Chief executive officers (CEOs)/Managing directors ● Managers assigned (in terms of section 16(2)) to assist the abovementioned ● Competent persons and their assistants (as per the General Machinery Regulations) ● HSE Managers, officers and practitioners ● Supervisors and foremen ● All employees whose work activities involve use of plant, machinery and equipment

Receive online training delivered through video conferencing learning.

Accredited:

Unit Standard Title:

None

Webinar Price:

R1 817,00 (incl. VAT)

Webinar Duration:

1 day

Credits:

None

SAQA ID:

None

Professional Body:

Saiosh

CPD Points:

NQF Level:

None

Prerequisites:

None

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

Book your seat at any one of our 15 NOSA Colleges throughout South Africa to experience health and safety training in the classroom guided by dedicated and experienced course facilitators.