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Asbestos Awareness - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 17:53:55 +04

Objectives & Definitions

• Legal Requirements when working at Heights
• Construction Regulations – Fall Protection
• Responsibilities
• General Working at Heights Principles
• Before Working at Heights
• Fall Arrest Systems / Practical Assessment
• Who Qualifies to Work at Heights
• Working at Height Structures
• Group Activity & Practical Assessment
• Assessment
• Course Evaluation
• Practical

Cost: 850 ZAR

Duration: 1 Day

BOHSP405 Management of Asbestos in Buildings - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Fri, 24 Nov 2017 17:08:16 +04

1. Legislation (20%)

Educational Objectives

Candidates should gain a clear understanding of the legislation relating to asbestos and those aspects of other health and safety regulations relevant to the management of asbestos in buildings.

- Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

Discuss the basic concepts of this enabling legislation with particular reference to employers' responsibilities for asbestos.

- Health and Safety Regulations Review all the relevant current
Regulations on asbestos:

Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, especially the duty to manage asbestos in nondomestic ;
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005.
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007.

- Approved Codes of Practice Discuss the provisions of the
Approved Codes of Practice for the CAR and the status of the
ACOP.

Consider the management of asbestos removal projects, with particular attention being paid to legal duties imposed by the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Control of Asbestos Regulations and the various Codes of Practice which apply. ()

Health Effects of Asbestos

Describe the full range of health effects ranging from the benign (pleural plaques) to the terminal (mesothelioma) in the light of results from epidemiological studies carried out on asbestos workers.

2. Management of Asbestos in Buildings (30%)

Educational Objectives: Candidates should be able to identify the main types of asbestos materials in buildings, the appropriate means of recording their locations, and be fully aware of the procedures and methods for the prevention of future damage to asbestos-containing materials. Candidates should be able to develop an action plan on the basis of survey information and properly manage the asbestos that is remaining in the premises by suitable schemes.

Types and Uses of Asbestos in Buildings

Use the HSE (2) and/or the DETR (3) as a primary source of information on products and their locations in buildings.
Explain the physical and chemical properties of asbestos which have determined the use to which it has been put by industry.
Discuss the three types of asbestos which have found significant commercial use (amosite, chrysotile and crocidolite) in relation to sprayed and thermal insulation, insulating boards, coatings, cement products and other reinforced products ( vinyl tiles, roofing felts) commonly used in building construction.
Discuss the uses and composition of other asbestos products likely to be used or found inside buildings on plant, machinery or domestic appliances ( textiles, friction materials, seals, gaskets etc.).
Describe the use and occurrence of the other types of asbestos particularly as possible contaminants in other minerals.

- Recording and Labelling

Outline the need for systems of recording and labelling asbestos identified as being present in buildings and the procedures for preventing damage to asbestos-containing materials.

- Reporting and Management Plan

Conversion of asbestos survey report data into a proper working asbestos register with action plan and programmed reviewing. Full understanding of the principles and practice of material and priority assessments.

- Asbestos Register

Emphasise the need for the maintenance of asbestos registers and the use of all management actions to minimise exposure to asbestos in buildings, including permits to work to control the work of sub-contractors/maintenance operatives.

3. Asbestos Remediation (20%)

Educational Objectives: Candidates should be thoroughly familiar with current good practice for asbestos remediation, including encapsulation, sealing and removal operations and should be able to identify examples of poor working procedures in practical situations.

- Preparation

Discuss the steps required in a job specification, preparation of a plan of work by the contractor, tender evaluation and the various roles required under the CDM Regulations for management of the site.
Include health and safety aspects including emergency procedures. (1) (5)

- Enclosures With reference to HSE Guidance Notes (6) and
Approved Codes of Practice (1), describe with practical
examples the following:

Correct principles of design, erection, and operation of an enclosure for asbestos removal.
Methods of enclosure examination and the documentation associated with the enclosure.
Correct facilities and procedures for entry, exit and decontamination.
The use of negative pressure monitors.
Use of secondary enclosures.

- Remediation Measures With reference to HSE Guidance Notes
(6) and Approved Codes of Practice (1), describe with practical
examples the following:

Techniques for encapsulation of asbestos-containing materials.
Techniques for sealing asbestos-containing materials.

- Removal Procedures

Describe the various control measures available to a remediation company to ensure that asbestos waste is fully contained, and dust levels are kept as low as is reasonably practicable inside the enclosure. (6)

- Waste Removal

Describe the requirements for removal, storage and disposal of waste from an enclosure. ()

4. Role of the Laboratory/Analyst (5%)

- Role of Analyst
- Air Monitoring and Other Techniques
- Four Stage Clearance Procedure and Testing of Enclosures

5. Practical Work (25%)

- Pre-start and post remediation Inspections (20%)
- Role Playing (10%)
- Method Statement (40%)
- Survey and Action Plan (30%)

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Cost: 23000 ZAR

Duration: 4 Days

Liquefied Petroleum Gas - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 11:09:40 +04

Aims & Objectives
To provide participants with the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with LPG when dealing with the delivery, storage and dispensing of the product.

Course Outline

Properties of LPG
Delivery, storage and dispensing of LPG
Personal protective equipment
Safety checks
LPG records
Emergency procedures
Multiple-choice test paper.

Certification
Delegates who successfully pass at the end of course test will receive a SMTS training ;

Cost: 4000 ZAR

Duration: 2 Days

Contractor Safety Passport Training (South Africa) - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 14:36:46 +04

COURSE AIM

To provide basic information and areas of responsibility for health, safety and the environment.
To understand the implications of hazard recognition/risk assessment and effects on individuals and the employer.
To demonstrate how individual behaviour can help reduce accidents.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of the course delegates will have the knowledge to:

Demonstrate their understanding of the subjects by successfully completing each module assessment paper
Appreciate how they personally can influence good standards within health, safety & and environment
Understand the value of risk assessment and have the knowledge to recognise when change to a generic assessment is required
Understand the common hazards associated with work.

MODULE 1 – ORGANISING FOR SAFETY
Will give delegates an understanding of:- the legal responsibilities of employers and employees, the role of enforcing authorities, what makes a vulnerable worker, hazard identification and control and an understanding of The Construction Regulations.

MODULE 2 – THE WORKPLACE
This module examines what makes a safe place of work, safe behaviour, safe access and exits, safety signs, temperature, lighting, housekeeping and welfare facilities, slips and trips, reporting failures and defects, safe work at height, excavations and confined spaces.

MODULE 3 – TOOLS, PLANT AND MACHINERY
The session will give delegates an understanding of the risks presented by both powered and non powered work equipment and the risks associated with the various forms of energy created. In addition the risks faced with the use of workplace transport.

MODULE 4 – HEALTH
The session highlights the risks and controls for substances hazardous to health together with other ill health risks from workplace activities, including musculoskeletal problems, effects of noise and stress. In addition candidates will be made aware of the varied precautions which can be taken.

MODULE 5 – PROCEDURES
Candidates will be shown the need and benefits of procedures, including: the importance of local emergency procedures and first aid arrangements.

MODULE 6 – THE ENVIRONMENT
The module covers current and future environmental requirements, safe storage and marking, waste control hierarchies and emergency planning in the event of problems.

The Safety Pass Alliance work with employers, employer associations, trade unions, NTO and other relevant bodies to design and develop training programmes tailored to suit each sector.

Cost: 1824.46 ZAR

Duration: 1 Days

ISO 9001:2015 Requirements Course - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Mon, 03 Apr 2017 17:27:27 +04

ISO 9001:2015 QMS Requiremnts Course

This course provides a detailed understanding of the key terms, definitions and requirements of ISO 9001:2015, and how the standard can help your organization to better meet customer needs.

Who should apply?
Anyone involved in the planning, implementing, maintaining, supervising or auditing of an ISO 9001:2015 QMS.

What will I learn?

Importance and benefits of an ISO 9001:2015 QMS
Key requirements, terms and definitions of ISO 9001:2015
Structure of ISO 9001:2015, which incorporates the Annex SL common framework for management system standards
Main concepts such as risk-based thinking, process approach, Plan-Do-Check-Act and 7 management principles.

How will I benefit?

Identify the key requirements and benefits of ISO 9001:2015
Manage quality and drive continual improvement
Take steps to ensure that quality is at the heart of your organization
Attract and retain customers by meeting their current and future needs better.

What's included?

Training course notes
Lunch and refreshments
Certificate

Cost: 2700 ZAR

Duration: 5 Days

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Course - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Mon, 03 Apr 2017 17:19:32 +04

IRCA Certified ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor (A17955)

This course provides delegates with the confidence to effectively audit a quality management system (QMS) in accordance with internationally recognized best practice techniques.

Who should apply?
Anyone with the need to audit an organization’s ISO 9001:2015 QMS.

What will you learn?

Gain the skills to plan, conduct, report and follow up an audit inaccordance with ISO 19011
Identify the purpose and benefits of a quality management system
Explain the role of an auditor to plan, conduct, report and followup an audit in accordance with ISO19011 (and ISO 17021 where appropriate).

How will you benefit?

This course will help you:

Grasp the aims, benefits and requirements of an ISO 9001:2015 audit
Interpret ISO 9001:2015 requirements for audit application
Plan, conduct and follow-up auditing activities that add real value
Grasp the application of risk-based thinking, leadership and process management
Access the latest auditor techniques and identify appropriate use
Build stakeholder confidence by managing processes in line with the latest requirement.

Prerequisites

You should have a good knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and the key principles of a QMS. If not, we strongly recommend you attend our ISO 9001:2015 Requirements course. It will also help if you have attended an internal or lead auditor course or have experience with conducting internal or supplier audits.

What's included?

Training course notes
Lunch and refreshments
Certificate

Cost: 18000 ZAR

Duration: 5 Days

Basic First Aid Training- Level 1 - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Mon, 03 Apr 2017 09:29:07 +04

Course Structure

Emergency scene management

Primary survey
Secondary survey
Sample history
Anatomy & physiology

First aid procedures

CPR
Abdominal Thrust
Recovery Position

Emergency situations & common injuries

Bleeding
Burns
Choking
Drowning
Electric shock
Fractures
Heart attack
Poisons
Shock (circulatory)
Unconsciousness
Wounds

Duration
1 ½ - 2 Days (depending on the size of the group)

Assessment
Completion of workbook. Practical demonstration of first aid skills.
Booking and Registration

For Public and on-site bookings: please send us an email to request for booking forms and quotations.

Cost: 850 ZAR

Duration: 2 Days

SHE Rep Training - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 14:53:39 +04

Learners will be taught to understand the objectives and statutory requirements pertaining to health and safety in the workplace. The learners will also be able to explain the rights, powers, functions and duties of the workplace health and safety representative and how any errant health, safety and environmental issues may be handled. Learners will also be able to participate in the safety, health and environmental structures and measure these activities according to health, safety and environmental requirements.

Cost: 1000 ZAR

Duration: 1 Days

HIRA Training - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 15:41:05 +04

This course focusses the specified requirements pertaining to continuous hazard identification and risk assessment. It explains the legal requirements in terms of the employer's responsibility to assess and respond to risk.

The following and more will be described in this course.

The legal definitions pertaining to hazard identification and risk assessment.
The purpose of each type of hazard identification and risk assessment procedure consistent with specified requirements.
The main components of a continuous hazard identification and risk assessment procedure is consistent with specified requirements.
The identification of relevant documents to assist in identifying hazards according to specified requirements and more...

Cost: 1100 ZAR

Duration: 1 Day

SHE Representatives Training - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa, Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 15:27:12 +04

This course is designed to equip learners with the responsibilities, functions and roles of a functional SHE Representative/SHE Advisor. It is aligned to the HWSETA 259622 Unit standards. This course describes the following:

The framework of workplace health and safety legislation pertaining to health and safety representatives.
The objectives of the current legislation in terms of its impact on both employees and employers.
The importance of complying with the terms of the current legislation in terms of the consequences to health, safety, environment and production.
The statutory requirements applicable to a health and safety representative are explained in terms of their effect on the duties and functions.
The statutory requirements applicable to a health and safety committee members in terms of their effect on the duties and functions.

Status: Short Course.

Cost: 1100 ZAR

Duration: 1 Days

ISO 45001:2016 (OHSAS 18001) Introduction - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa

Mon, 30 May 2016 15:09:27 +04

Build a framework for an occupational health and safety management system
Take a structured approach towards managing risks and hazards
Measure performance and identify ways to improve
Understand how your business can meet OHSAS 18001 requirements
COURSE CONTENT

Understanding occupational health and safety management systems
The scope and impact of the OHSAS 18001 framework
To share learning with your organization and build awareness
How to take the next steps towards further OHSAS 18001 accreditation

TARGET AUDIENCE

Health and safety managers and advisors
Risk, quality and environmental managers and advisors
Those interested in understanding OHSAS 18001

PRE-COURSE PREPARATION
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.

CERTIFICATION
You will receive a certificate from the British Standards Institute when you complete this course.

Cost: 2700 ZAR

Duration: 1 Days

OHSAS 18001:2007 Implementation - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa

Mon, 30 May 2016 15:05:43 +04

Efficient occupational health and safety management
Demonstrate that you take occupational health and safety seriously
Customer and employee confidence in your BS OHSAS 18001 accreditation
Meet legislation and continually improve your safe working environment
COURSE CONTENT

Understanding the requirements of the BS OHSAS 18001 standard
Introducing and tailoring the BS OHSAS 18001 framework to your business
Phanning and implementing an occupational health and safety management system
Monitoring performance and continually improving

TARGET AUDIENCE

Health and safety managers and advisors
Quality and environmental managers
Those responsible for implementing occupation health and safety management systems
Those who want to audit occupational health and safety management systems

PRE-COURSE PREPARATION
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.

CERTIFICATION
You will receive a certificate from the British Standards Institute when you complete this course.

Cost: 13500 ZAR

Duration: 2 Days

IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa

Mon, 30 May 2016 14:55:57 +04

The IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management provides a broad introduction to key environmental issues, UK environmental legislation and tools for assessing environmental performance (such as environmental management systems).

COURSE CONTENT

The IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management course covers:

Sustainable business thinking
Environmental legislation
Tools for assessment and interpretation of environmental performance
Environmental management systems

TARGET AUDIENCE

It is aimed at Staff who have recently become involved in environmental management and those where environmental management is an integral part of a wide range of responsibilities.

PRE-COURSE PREPARATION

None required

CERTIFICATION

IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management

OTHER INFORMATION

This e-learning course is provided through our training partner RRC.

RRC are an accredited IEMA e-learning training provider, center number 335.

Cost: 345 ZAR

Duration: 24 Hours

IOSH Working Safely - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa

Mon, 30 May 2016 14:54:33 +04

The aim of IOSH Working Safely is to improve the safety culture within an organisation by giving individuals a good understanding of their health and safety responsibilities, and how to keep themselves and others safe at work.

It focuses on why health and safety is important, and how individuals can make a real difference to the well-being of themselves and others through changing behaviour. Based on best practice rather than legislation, it's suitable for delegates from all countries and types of organisation.

COURSE CONTENT

IOSH Working Safely

covers the following topics:

Introducing working safely
Defining hazard and risk
Identifying common hazards
Improving safety performance
Protecting our environment

TARGET AUDIENCE

IOSH Working Safely is designed for all employees, at any level in any organisation and in any sector.

PRE-COURSE PREPARATION

Non required

CERTIFICATION

Delegates who successfully complete the written and practical assessment can choose between IOSH Working Safely certificate or a credit card-sized passport card (supplementary fee charged for Passport card).

OTHER INFORMATION

This e-learning course is provided through our training partner RRC.

RRC are an accredited IOSH e-learning training provider.

Cost: 99 ZAR

Duration: 10 Hours

IOSH Managing Safely - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa

Mon, 30 May 2016 14:53:37 +04

introduces managers, at all levels, to the different aspects of managing safety and health in the workplace. It provides the knowledge and understanding to manage the health and safety issues within their responsibilities and reinforces why good health and safety is essential to performing their roles successfully.

COURSE CONTENT

IOSH Managing Safely

covers the following topics:

Introducing managing safely
Assessing risks
Controlling risks
Understanding your responsibilities
Identifying accidents and incidents
Measuring performance
Protecting our environment

TARGET AUDIENCE

IOSH Managing Safely is designed for managers and supervisors across all industries and organisations.

PRE-COURSE PREPARATION

None required

CERTIFICATION

Delegates who successfully complete a short answer test and practical assessment will receive an IOSH accredited certificate.

OTHER INFORMATION

This e-learning course is provided through our training partner RRC.
RRC are an accredited IOSH e-learning training provider..

Cost: 249 ZAR

Duration: 40 Hours

IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV) - Operator - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa

Sun, 29 May 2016 15:45:52 +04

IPAF Operator course with practical training session and assessment covering Push Around Vertical (PAV) platforms

COURSE CONTENT

Introduction and pre-course theory test
Legislation and guidance
Pre-use inspection/handovers
Safe operating methods and hazards
Theory test
Practical training
Practical assessment

TARGET AUDIENCE

Those who use, supervise or manage various types of Push around vertical Platforms (PAV).
The course can be ran as an IPAF category operator add-on / familiarisation course.
Push Around Verticals are essentially small, simple static vertical machines with no mechanical drive and are physically pushed around.

CERTIFICATION

Delegates successfully completing the course will receive an IPAF Certificate and Powered Access Licence (PAL) Card valid for 5 years.

OTHER INFORMATION

Existing IPAF card holders with either 1a or 3a category will not need to attend this course, however familiarisation is recommended.

Per Delegate Price includes registration, certification and exam fees.

Cost: 22.5 ZAR

Duration: 1 Day

IOSH Directing Safely - SA SMTS Pty Ltd , South Africa

Thu, 26 May 2016 12:46:57 +04

This course aims to provide directors/owners of small and medium sized enterprises (up to 250 employees) with an understanding of the moral, legal and business case for proactive health and safety management and give guidance on effective risk management. The importance of health and safety in the day-to-day running of a company dictates that senior members of management need to be very aware of their responsibilities.

COURSE CONTENT
The course reflects the principles embodied in:

The Health and Safety Executive's guidance. 'Successful Health and Safety Management' (HSG65),
The Turnbull report ('Internal controls: Guidance for Directors on the Combined Code'),
The DETR/HEC's 'Revitalising Health and Safety' strategy statement.

The course covers:

The importance of strategic health and safety management and its interaction with other business systems
Directors' and employers' statutory duties
Accident causes and their prevention
Consequences of failing to manage health and safety effectively
The effect of human factors on health and safety
Importance of consultation and communication with employees on health and safety issues
Performance monitoring and continual improvement

TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is designed for people with strategic responsibility for determining and implementing effective health and safety management within an organisation of less than 250 employees.

PRE-COURSE PREPARATION
None required

CERTIFICATION
Delegates who successfully complete the end of course assessment will be awarded an IOSH Directing Safely Certificate.

Cost: 7500 ZAR

Duration: 1 Days