PPE Awareness

PPE Awareness: online and self-paced at R490. Prices excl. VAT.

Price

R490 excl. VAT

How it is delivered

Online

Course outline

Why PPE matters

• How PPE prevents injuries and fatalities
• Why PPE is the last line of defence

South African PPE law

• Employer and worker responsibilities under the OHS Act
• Industry-specific PPE requirements

Identifying workplace hazards

• Common risks in different industries
• Matching PPE to specific hazards

Selecting the right PPE

• Choosing protection for the job
• PPE that meets safety standards

Fit and comfort

• Why size and fit affect protection
• Fit testing for respirators

Maintenance and inspection

• Checking PPE for damage
• Cleaning and storage

Common PPE mistakes

• Incorrect use that reduces protection
• Why workers neglect PPE and how to fix it

Enforcing PPE compliance

• Making sure PPE is worn correctly
• Disciplinary action for non-compliance

Safety culture and business

• Making PPE a daily habit
• How fewer injuries improve efficiency
• Legal and financial risks of non-compliance

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Approvals are held by OSH Academy (Pty) Ltd t/a The Safety Academy, part of Skills Resource Group.