Learn how to conduct a baseline risk assessment and take appropriate action.
HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) training equips your team to systematically find workplace hazards, judge the risk each one carries, and put practical controls in place. Delivered by QTE Training and Consulting as a licensed provider, it maps directly to employer duties under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
What this course covers
- Occupational health and safety foundations and key definitions
- Hazard categories, recognition techniques and real workplace examples
- Cause, control and consequence analysis for each hazard
- The HIRA method, including the Funnel Method and RAG Tag system for rating risk
- The different types of risk assessment and when to use each
- Running a risk assessment: planning, using a control register and documenting findings
- Designing and applying effective control measures
- Communicating findings and building them into day-to-day operations
- Reviewing and continuously improving your risk management
Who should attend
- Health and safety representatives and committee members
- Supervisors and line managers
- SHE officers and coordinators
- Anyone responsible for identifying and controlling workplace risk
Learning outcomes
- Meet and exceed OHS Act compliance requirements for hazard and risk management
- Identify and reduce workplace hazards and risks
- Protect employees, assets and company reputation
- Build a proactive safety culture
How it is delivered
Facilitated training delivered by QTE Training and Consulting. Contact QTE for current dates, delivery format (on-site or classroom) and pricing.
Frequently asked questions
What does HIRA stand for?
HIRA stands for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: finding workplace hazards, assessing the risk they carry and putting controls in place to reduce that risk.
Who should attend HIRA training?
Health and safety representatives, supervisors, line managers, SHE officers and anyone responsible for identifying and controlling risk in the workplace.
Is hazard identification and risk assessment a legal requirement in South Africa?
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires employers to identify hazards and assess workplace risk. HIRA training gives your team the skills to meet that duty.
How is the HIRA course delivered?
It is facilitated training with practical assessment tools. Contact QTE Training and Consulting for available dates, format and pricing.