OHS Officer – Qualification Overview

This qualification is designed for individuals who want to function as an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Officer within an organisation. It prepares learners to monitor compliance, conduct inspections, lead incident investigations, coordinate OHS activities, and report on health and safety performance within a designated area of an organisation.

Who This Qualification Is Suited To

This qualification is particularly suited to:

• Employees responsible for workplace health and safety compliance
• OHS Representatives ready to progress into an officer role
• Supervisors or team leaders with safety oversight responsibilities
• Individuals working in high-risk environments such as mining, construction, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, or heavy industry
• Compliance officers seeking formal OHS recognition
• Career changers entering the occupational health and safety field

English Literacy

This foundational requirement ensures learners can read, write, and communicate clearly in English. Strong literacy supports learning, helps with understanding technical content, and ensures effective participation in occupational health and safety training.

Grade 11 / NQF 3

This indicates the level of competency expected for learners, aligned with National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 3 standards. Learners at this level have sufficient skills to engage with workplace safety protocols and procedures effectively.