The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner. An Occupational Health and Safety Practitioners serve as a facilitator and advisor to employees and management regarding safety and health aspects in the workplace including the monitoring and

•  Inspect work places and environments to identify the occupational health and safety hazards and determine the risks associated with the work.
• · Facilitate and support actions to eliminate or control hazards in order to minimise risks in a designated work area.
• Represent the needs of employees with regard to Occupational Health and Safety matters.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of operational Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
• Monitor and continually improve the effectiveness of operational Occupational Health and Safety systems.