Workshop
Legal Liability – Occupational Health and Safety (OHSA) (Act 85 of 1993)
Legal Liability – Occupational Health and Safety (OHSA) (Act 85 of 1993)
Duration: 1 Day
Facilitator: Cecil Townsend Naude – Townsend Naude Attorneys
Overview
The Legal Liability – Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requires employers to maintain a work environment that is, as far as reasonably practicable, safe and without risk to employees’ health. Responsibility for workplace safety, however, is shared between employers and employees, who must proactively identify hazards and implement control measures.
This one-day workshop provides an in-depth legal interpretation of OHSA, helping delegates understand statutory obligations and ensuring compliance to avoid criminal liability.
Why Attend
Participants will gain a clear understanding of the legal duties and responsibilities under OHSA, including employer and employee roles, corporate and personal liability, and how the onus of liability shifts between parties. The course equips professionals with the knowledge to proactively manage risks and comply with the law.
Who Should Attend
- Engineers, Architects, and Quantity Surveyors
- Construction Health and Safety Officers
- Contractors and Subcontractors
- Executives, Senior and Middle Management
- Administrators and Support Staff
Learning Outcomes
By attending this workshop, delegates will:
- Understand key principles and sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
- Learn about legal liability, vicarious liability, and criminal responsibility under OHSA.
- Know the roles and responsibilities of employers, employees, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Understand the purpose and function of Health and Safety Committees, Representatives, and reporting procedures.
- Gain insight into compliance obligations, investigations, formal inquiries, and statutory penalties.
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Book Your OHSA Legal Liability Workshop
Ensure your workplace complies with OHSA and avoid legal risks.
Join Cecil Naude for a comprehensive 1-day workshop on legal liability, employer and employee duties, and compliance requirements under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993).
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