TRAINING COURSES

(It should be noted that SAIOH only provides this list as a service to members and prospective members. Listing does not imply any recommendation or referral. It should also be noted that SAQA does not register or approve short courses.)

• Audiometry – Short Learning Programme
• Industrial audiometry – Refresher Short Learning Programme
• Training for Hygienists in the acoustic field
• Programme in Occupational Hygiene
• Course in Occupational and Environmental Toxicology
• Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene
• Pilot: Health effects of hazardous substances
• Projects Safety (KZN)
• Open Access Industrial Training College
• SHE Vision Technology and Support
• SHE Global
• Occutech CC

Audiometry – Short Learning Programme

Presented by: Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg

Brief Description of Course

The Audiometry course will enable the participant on completion of the course to operate in an Industrial / Mining Health centre and be able to test the workers hearing, do the necessary counseling and refer appropriately. The trainee will be able to follow the legal requirements as stipulated by South African legislation. Occupational Health Staff can obtain extra competency and contribute to the lowering of risks for the worker, Insurance Company and the employer. In preventing hearing loss there is a definite contribution to the well being of human beings and a cost saving. The trainee will be able to do hearing tests, record the results, categorize the results and do the correct referrals. The trainee will manage the equipment, see to calibration and be able to counsel workers on the influence of noise on their hearing and the use of Hearing protectors.

Contact person: Deidre Guilo (Tel 011-559 6235, Fax 011-559 6932, Email deidres@uj.ac.za)
Course Coordinator: Dr Elize de Koker BA (Log), M(Log), Dipl (HAA) and D Phil Pretoria
Duration of course: 5 days
Dates: 25 – 29 July 2011 8h00-16h00
Venue: Technical High School Nic Diedrichs, Schoeman Drive, Quelleriepark, Krugersdorp
Entry Level: Senior Certificate or equivalent
Cost: R 3500-00

Industrial audiometry – Refresher Short Learning Programme

Presented by: Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg

Brief Description of Course

Industrial Audiometry Refresher Course will enable audiometricians to follow the legal requirements as stipulated by South African legislation and be updated on the new developments in the field. The course will include:

• Overview of Industrial Audiometry

• Noise Induced Hearing Loss

• Hearing conservation programmes

• Fitness guidelines

• Mobile testing requirements

• Current relevant legislation in South Africa and the

• Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs' requirements

• Milestones for noise induced hearing loss

Course Coordinator:

Dr Elize de Koker BA (Log), M(Log), Dipl (HAA) and D Phil Pretoria
Duration of course: 1 day
Date: 29 June 2011 9h00-16h00
Venue: Monument Hearing Centre, 311 Jorisson Street, Monument, Krugersdorp
Entry Level: Senior Certificate or equivalent
Cost: R 1200-00
Contact person: Deidre Guilo (Tel 011-559 6235, Fax 011-559 6932, Email deidres@uj.ac.za)

Training for Hygienists on noise measurements –
2 Day Course

Presented by M AND N Acoustics Services cc

Brief Description of Course

Enhancing measurement effectiveness with the understanding of the measuring equipment functions and specifications, which also includes the following:

• Microphones
• Integrating Sound Level Meters
• Noise dosimeters
  
• Calibrators
  
• Repeatable measurements
• Measurement Uncertainties (Tolerances)
  
• IEC Specifications, etc.

This course will be presented by Martin de Beer (Technical Manager/Laboratory Head) who has 28-years of experience in the field of acoustic and vibration metrology, calibrating acoustic and vibration measuring equipment with their transducers for industry. Bring your instruments with on day 2 for the practical side of the course.

Next course dates: 13th and 14th April 2011 (Pretoria)
Cost: R 2736-00 (VAT Inclusive)
Contact person: Amanda Naudé (012 – 689 2007/8)

Also the 2-day Human Vibration training course is available on request

Onsite overnight accommodation is available:
4-Rooms available
@ R 280-00 per person per night (bed only) or
@ R 350-00 per person per night (bed & breakfast inclusive)
2 x rooms with 2-single beds is available - sharing possible
and 2 x rooms with double beds available

Nearby offsite:
Accommodation is available

Programme in Occupational Hygiene

Held in association with OHT, IOHA NIOH, SAIOH

Presented by the University of Pretoria

Duration of Course

18 April 2011 – 8 June 2012. The course will be run over a period of a year, which commences in April 2011 and ends in June 2012.

Brief Description of Course

The course provides delegates with the required knowledge and skills to anticipate recognize and control environmental factors and stressors that may cause adverse health effects or disease to workers. Candidates are taught how to conduct occupational health risk assessments, how to design occupational hygiene programmes and what information needs to be included in induction programmes. It also covers occupational hygiene research and statistical analysis, quality management systems and auditing.

Course Co-ordinator: Nishana Naran (info.ce@up.ac.za) or 012-420 5015

Who should attend: Mine ventilation officers; Health and Safety officers; BSc graduates

Course in Occupational and Environmental Toxicology

Organised by the Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa and the Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.

Duration of Course

22 – 25 March 2011

Brief Description of Course

This is a 4-day course that will cover toxicology due to occupational and environmental exposures. The course will address issues of concern for practitioners of occupational and environmental health. The focus of the course will be on different approaches in addressing health issues, both clinical and non-clinical, affecting people in the workplace.

Course Co-ordinator: Mr Nhlanhla Ntshangase (ntshangasen1@ukzn.ac.za) or 031-260 4471

Who should attend: The course is targeted at personnel practicing occupational and/or environmental health these include occupational hygienists, occupational health nurses, occupational and environmental medicine doctors, toxicologists and other scientists in the field of occupational and environmental health. Registrars in occupational medicine are particularly encouraged to attend.

Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene

The Department of Occupational and Environmental Health – UKZN are presenting the Occupational Hygiene Training Association foundation training course

Duration of Course

14 – 18 March 2011

Brief Description of Course

This is an introductory course outlining the broad principles of Occupational Hygiene as the basis for anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of hazards that can be encountered in the workplace. The course is recommended in preparation for the Intermediate credit bearing Modules that make up the Certificate of Competence in Occupational Hygiene offered by OHTA and its international associations.

Course Co-ordinator: Mr Nhlanhla Ntshangase (ntshangasen1@ukzn.ac.za) or 031-260 4471

Who should attend: Mine ventilation officers; Health and Safety officers; BSc graduates

Projects Safety(KZN)

Pravesh Premlal
033-3913884
082 3722 184
prosaf@telkomsa.net

Non-Credit Bearing Short Learning Programme

Duration of Courses
Introduction to Industrial Hygiene: 1 Day
Advanced Industrial Hygiene: 2 Day

Introduction to Occupational Hygiene

ORGANISATION: MESA, Approved Inspection Authority – Occupational Hygiene, course presented by P.J. Cloete, 20 years practical experience as occupational hygienist, 10 years experience as lecturer Technicon Pretoria (now Thswane University of Technology)

E-MAIL ADRESS: mesa@telkomsa.net
DURATION OF COURSE: Two (2) days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Management, Health and Safety Rep's, Supervisors, Machine operators, Artisans as well as general workers.

Course content:

1. INTRODUCTION: Relation between an unhealthy environment and disease - the Occupational Hygiene programme; Fundamentals of Occupational Hygiene; Range of hazards; Occupational Hygiene monitoring; The role of Health and Safety Representatives.
2. LIGHTING (Illumination in industry)
3. HEAT AND COLD
4. NOISE (Hearing conservation)
5. VIBRATION
6. HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES (Dusts, Fumes etc.)
7. VENTILATION
8. ERGENOMICS

ACCREDITATION: None

SAQA Credits: None

Open Access Industrial Training College

1018 Fredenharry Road, Little Falls, Roodepoort
P.O. Box 287, Allens Nek, 1737

Tel: 011 475 3709/3161

Fax: 011 475 1110;
Lorraine Hodge: lhodge@oaitc.co.za
Chantel Minnaar: chantel@oaitc.co.za
Neil Harris: nharris@oaitc.co.za

Learners will be able to identify, evaluate, advise and report on occupational hygiene and safety factors in occupational environments, in order to maintain a high level of health and safety for workers in such environments.

SHE Vision Technology and Support

Eddie Habedank
Training Manager
Tel: 012 654 3090
Fax: 086 634 9190
training@ship-online.co.za

OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE COURSES

Basic Principles in Ergonomics
Cost: R580 per Person
Duration: 1 Day
Venue: On site
Ratio: 15 - 1

Basic Principles in Indoor Air Quality Control
Cost: R580 per Person
Duration: 1 Day
Venue: On site
Ratio: 15 - 1

Fundamentals of Occupational Hygiene
Cost: R580 per Person
Duration: 1 Day
Venue: On site
Ratio: 15 - 1

Hazardous Substance Safe Handling and Work Operations
Cost: R990 per Person
Duration: 2 Days
Venue: On site
Ratio: 15 – 1

Measurement of Gases in Confined Spaces
Cost: R840 per person
Duration: 1 Day
Venue: On Site
Ratio: 15-1

Asbestos Removal
Cost: R550 per person
Duration: 1 Day
Venue: On Site
Ratio: 15-1

SHE Global

66 Glenwood Road
Argentum Building
Penthouse
Lynnwood Glen
Pretoria

Cell: 084 621 0794 (Leandri)
Doret Hughes: doret@sheglobal.co.za

CERTIFICATE in OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE [COH]- 2010

DIPLOMA in OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE – 2010/2011

OCCUTECH CC

OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS

291 CHELMSFORD ROAD – GLENWOOD, DURBAN 4001
TEL: No: (031) 206 1244

FAX: (031) 205 2561
occutech@occutech.co.za
www.occutech.co.za

Two-Day Technical Course

Presented by Dr Johan Schoeman

Brief Description of Course
A two-day technical course for the preparation of the SAIOH Occupational Hygiene Professional Board written and oral examination on the Technologist and Occupational Hygienist levels.

Course Dates
Cape Town 4 – 5 May 2011
Pretoria 30 – 31 May 2011
Windhoek 27 – 28 June 2011
Port Elizabeth 25 – 26 July 2011
Bloemfontein 17 – 18 August 2011

Costs for 2 days:
R800,00 (excl VAT)
R912.00 (VAT incl)

Course Co-ordinator:
Milissa Strydom (milissa.strydom@nerscho.com)
or 082 852 5273

Three-Day Legislation Short Course

Course content
Occupational Health and Safety Act, Asbestos Regulations, Environmental Regulations for Workplaces, Hazardous Biological Agents Regulations, Hazardous Chemical Substances Regulations, Lead Regulations, Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Regulations, Regulations for the Integration of Occupational Health, General Administrative Regulations and Safety Act, Facilities Regulations, Mine Health and Safety Act, Occupational Hygiene Regulations, SAMOHP Code Book

Course Dates
Cape Town 11 – 13 May 2011
Pretoria 18 – 20 May 2011
Windhoek 22 – 24 June 2011
Port Elizabeth 20 – 22 July 2011
Bloemfontein 10 – 12 August 2011
Durban 31 August – 2 September 2011

Costs for 3 days:
R2 500-00 (excl VAT)
R2 850-00 (VAT incl)

Course Co-ordinator:

Milissa Strydom (milissa.strydom@nerscho.com)
or 082 852 5273