Safe Guarding the worker: Occupational health & safety essentials for OT’s
Are you ready to expand your professional skill set and take your role as an occupational therapist to the next level? Our Health and Safety Essentials for Occupational Therapists course, led by industry expert Lyndsey Swart, is specifically designed to provide you with the knowledge, insights, and practical tools you need to excel in diverse industry environments. Whether you’re new to this field or looking to deepen your expertise, this course empowers you to confidently take ownership of your health and safety responsibilities.
Take Charge of Your Role in Health and Safety
With a practical, hands-on approach, this course prepares you to confidently handle health and safety challenges in various industries. By enhancing your understanding of key concepts and stakeholder dynamics, you’ll become a trusted expert in this field. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact on workplace well-being.
This comprehensive course is tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by occupational therapists in the workplace. You’ll learn:
- How to Make Recommendations: Develop strategies for actionable and effective health and safety solutions.
- How to Report on Health and Safety: Craft clear, professional reports to communicate insights to stakeholders.
- Scope of the OT Role: Understand your responsibilities and boundaries in the health and safety landscape.
- Stakeholders and Team Members: Identify key players in the process and learn how to collaborate effectively.
- Information Sharing: Discover who you can share vital health and safety information with and why.
Occupational therapists play a critical role in workplace health and safety by ensuring environments are not only compliant but also conducive to well-being. This course delves into the most important concepts in health and safety, including:
- Legal Considerations: Learn about the legal frameworks governing health and safety.
- Risk Assessments and Controls: Gain expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating workplace risks.
- Medical Surveillance: Understand how to monitor workplace health effectively and support your team in reducing risks.
Day 2
Understanding the landscape of OH&S in SA→ The global framework of OHS
→ Overview of OH&S Legislation in SA
→ Role players in OH&S
→ Introduction to HIRA
→ Introduction to risk control
→ Control of specific hazards and risks
→ Medical surveillance
→ Ergonomics and OH&S
Day 2
The OT’s role in OH&S – practical application
→ Assessment of work fitness and safety risk
→ Risk control and reasonable accommodation
→ Worksite visits
→ Tools for OTs in OH&S
→ Reports for the employer
→ Case studies
