Welcome to the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Fundamentals and Legislation unit. This introductory unit provides the essential knowledge and concepts you need to understand workplace safety, health, and wellbeing.

You will explore the purpose and objectives of OSH, gain an understanding of key international standards and International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions, and become familiar with the main pieces of local occupational safety and health legislation. The unit also introduces the importance of workplace wellbeing and health promotion.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this unit, you will be able to:

• Define Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) and explain its aim and objectives.
• Identify key ILO Conventions relating to occupational safety and health.
• Describe the main pieces of local OSH and labour legislation.
• Explain the importance of wellbeing and health promotion in the workplace.
• Recognize how OSH principles and legislation contribute to safer and healthier workplaces.

Requirements

Equipment: Speakers or headphones recommended

Get ready to build your foundation in occupational safety and health and discover how effective OSH practices can contribute to safer, healthier, and