Legal ComplianceWorkplace Safety LawRisk Management
Legal Liabilities in Workplace Safety
Understand your legal responsibilities and liabilities under South African workplace safety legislation, including criminal, civil, and vicarious liability.
3 days
Intermediate to Advanced
67 Students
4.7/5.0
Duration
3 days
Modules
12 Modules
Level
Intermediate to Advanced
Certificate
Professional
What You'll Learn
Identify different types of legal liability in workplace safety
Apply the reasonable person test to safety situations
Understand employer and employee duties under the OHS Act
Navigate Department of Labour inspection and appeal processes
Establish compliant safety policies and management systems
Implement effective safety representative and committee structures
Manage incident reporting and investigation requirements
Course Content
Requirements
- Basic understanding of workplace safety principles
- Familiarity with South African employment law
- Access to a computer with internet connection
- Commitment to complete legal case study analyses
Legal Framework
OHS Act 85 of 1993
Primary workplace safety legislation
Reasonable Person Test
Legal standard for negligence determination
Liability Types
Civil, criminal, vicarious, and strict liability
Certification
Legal Compliance in Workplace Safety Specialist
Valid for 3 years
Accreditation
OHS Act 85 of 1993 CompliantDepartment of Labour Recognized
Benefits
- Legal compliance credential
- Digital badge for professional profiles
- Printable certificate
- Continuing legal education credits
Course Features
- Lifetime Access
- Legal Case Studies
- Compliance Templates
R 1950
Lifetime Access