FIVE DAY

PRINCIPLES OF MINE OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE

FOR NON-SPECIALISTS

UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND

SHORT COURSE CERTIFIED
PROGRAMME

COURSE OUTLINE

2013

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INDEX
No.

TOPIC

PAGE No.

1.

Executive Summary

2.

Preamble.......

3.

Scope of the Course......

5-8

3.1.
3.2.
3.3.
3.4.
3.5.

Aims....
Content...........
Outcomes..............
Assessment
Programme.

5
6
7
8
8

4.

Related Information

9-10

4.1.
4.2.
4.3.
4.4.
4.5.
4.6.
4.7.
4.8.

Delegates...
Course Presenters
Language of Instruction
Course Location.
Duration..
Course Dates.
Course Support Materials....
Certification.........................................................................

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9
9
9
10
10
10
10

5.

Logistics

11

6.

Pricing....

12-13

7.

Terms & Conditions...

14

8.

Proposal Acceptance.

15

9.

Abbreviations...

16

10.

Contact Details........

17

A.

Company Advertorial.....

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

At the request of ATA International Training, the University of the

Witwatersrand will facilitate a 5 day Principles of Mine Occupational Hygiene
for Non-Specialists short course with a strong focus on both mining &
industry.

The course will be presented in Johannesburg, South Africa from 19 23

August 2013.

ATA caters for all logistics pertaining to the delivery of the course, in addition
to all in-country logistics for delegates while in South Africa.

The cost for the course is available on request and includes provision for
course fees, accommodation, meals, transport etc (refer to pages 12 13 for
a more detailed breakdown in this respect).

The Course Outline provides a comprehensive review of the training

programme, in addition to a course overview, associated logistics and costs.

ATA IT is responsible for initiating, coordinating, controlling, quality assuring

and executing the training programme and logistics on behalf of all delegates.

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2. PREAMBLE

ATA

International

Training

(IT)

specializes

in

emergency

medicine,

occupational medicine, occupational hygiene, technical rescue, industrial firefighting, health and safety training courses for professionals operating in
remote and isolated environments (e.g. oil and gas, mining, infrastructure,
construction etc).

Our core purpose is to equip these professionals with internationally certified

courses that are generally regarded as being obligatory in respect of Health
and Safety regulation compliance.

These educational offerings are aimed at equipping and empowering national

staff and to facilitate expatriate staff maintaining their knowledge and technical
capabilities.

As a company we specialize in the presentation of off-the-shelf courses, as

well as the design and development of customized courses for clients.

These courses are prepared and presented by individuals who are widely
acknowledged and respected in their relevant fields of expertise.

ATA is positioned to deliver training programmes both locally and

internationally.

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3. SCOPE OF THE COURSE

3.1. Aims of the Course

The Course on Principles of Mine Occupational Hygiene for NonSpecialists will equip persons with operational and other responsibilities in
the mining industry, with basic knowledge of the principles of mine
ventilation and Occupational Hygiene practices in mining

The purpose of the course is to prepare delegates to develop an

appreciation for these support services and the effect they can have on
promoting a culture and practice that supports a goal of zero harm in the
working environment created by mining

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3. SCOPE OF THE COURSE (contd.)

3.2. Course Content

An overview of the role of the Mine Health and Safety Inspectorate in

standard setting and policy for Occupational Hygiene

Occupational Hygiene terminology

Hazardous chemical compounds and elementary toxicology

Airborne pollutants and sampling equipment used for measuring airborne

pollutants

Ambient air pollution

Asbestos fibres and how to evaluate samples for respirable fibres

Gases and vapours found in mines, the effects, sampling and measuring

Biological agents and sampling equipment used for these agents

Dermal exposure and surface contamination

Physical agents, the effects they have on humans and how to measure/
evaluate exposure to them

Ergonomics, the associated risk factors and fitting the work environment to
the human being

Health risk assessment, the hierarchy of controls and the reasonably

practicable approach to good Occupational Hygiene practice

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3. SCOPE OF THE COURSE (contd.)

3.3. Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, delegates should be able to:

Explain their role in respect of Occupational Hygiene, establishing policy

and setting standards

Discuss how they can intervene to address problems related to

Occupational Hygiene practice

Apply the Legal requirements for Occupational Hygiene monitoring

Understand Occupational Hygiene compliance testing

Have developed an appreciation for statistical analysis of results to

compile an Occupational Hygiene report as required by the Mine Health
and Safety Act

Access detailed information on Occupational Hygiene measurements and

instrumentation used for these measurements

Describe the main components of the mine environment that are relevant
to Occupational Hygiene

Explain the laws of work relating to Occupational Hygiene in the sector

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3. SCOPE OF THE COURSE (contd.)

3.4. Method of Assessment

Assignment

And

Examination

3.5. Programme

No.

DAY

DATES

ACTIVITY

1.

Sunday

18 August 2013

Arrive in South Africa; Course Briefing

2.

Monday

19 August 2013

Day 1

3.

Tuesday

20 August 2013

Day 2

4.

Wednesday

21 August 2013

Day 3

5.

Thursday

22 August 2013

Day 4

6.

Friday

23 August 2013

Day 5

7.

Saturday

24 August 2013

Return to Home Country

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4. RELATED INFORMATION

4.1. Delegates

The course is not only intended for persons operating directly in the
Occupational Hygiene field, but also for managers, supervisors, policy
makers, labour inspectors, worker health and safety advocates etc who
are, or may be expected to interpret, understand and react to Occupational
Hygiene related matters

4.2. Course Presenters

The course is presented by subject experts, having both academic

backgrounds, in addition to industry practice and experience. Presenters
are widely acknowledged and respected in their relevant fields of expertise

The Curriculum Vitae of the presenters will be forwarded on request

4.3. Language of Instruction

The educational presentations, written material and assessments are

conducted in English; and as a result, the delegates must be able to
speak, write, understand and read English

4.4. Course Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

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4. RELATED INFORMATION (contd.)

4.5. Duration

Total of 5 days active education

07h30 17h30

100% course attendance is a pre-requisite

4.6. Course Dates

Period

: 19 23 August 2013

Closing date for applications

: 7 June 2013

Payment due date

: 21 June 2013

4.7. Course Support Materials

Course handout materials

Course evaluation documentation

Course report

Certificate of Competence

4.8. Certification

A Certificate of Competence will be awarded by the University of the

Witwatersrand to delegates who successfully complete the course (i.e.
examination and assignment). The course is rated NQF 6

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5. LOGISTICS

ATA provides 24-hours-on-the-ground-support to all delegates

An Information Package and Safety & Security brief relating to South

Africa will be provided to all delegates

ATA will facilitate country familiarization, cultural awareness and social

sensitization briefings at the commencement of the course

ATA will facilitate registration with the various educational institutions

ATA reserves, coordinates, manages and quality assures accommodation,

transport, meals and related logistics for the entire duration of the training
programme

ATA will provide a Letter of Invitation for visa purposes and will notify and
coordinate with the relevant Embassies in South Africa when necessary

Course notes are supplied to all delegates

ATA ensures all delegates have suitable travel insurance

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6. PRICING

The cost of the course is available on request.

This amount includes:

Course Related Fees:

o Course fees
o Course registrations & related correspondence with training authorities
o Course hand-out notes
o Letter of Invitation
o Travel insurance
o Course Report
o Course Certification
o Coordination, management and quality assurance of training and
logistic activities
o Notification and coordination with relevant Embassies in South Africa

Stay in South Africa:

o Accommodation at a 4 Star Hotel for 6 nights (i.e. bed and breakfast)

o Lunch
o Dinner
o Internet access at the hotel
o Transport fees to and from the airport in South Africa
o Transport fees to the training areas and back each day

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6. PRICING (contd.)

Please note this amount excludes the following:

Return flights to Johannesburg, South Africa

Visas, taxes and travel documentation

Early check-ins and late check-outs. Check-in is after 14h00 on the day of
arrival and check-out is before 11h00 on the day of departure

Special meals needed to meet specific dietary requirements (e.g. for

religious or other reasons) * (these can be included in the course cost if so required)

Bottled water and soft drinks

Additional, non-budgeted transport costs

Telephone accounts at the hotel

Laundry* (this can be included in the course cost if so required)

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7. TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Confirmation of acceptance is subject to availability as the number of

places are limited (i.e. applications are processed on a first come first
serve basis). A reserve is being held on a minimum number of applicants;
if this is not reached, ATA International reserves the right to cancel the
course

ATA will not accept delegates who request to manage their own logistic
arrangements

An invoice will be forwarded after a request has been submitted to attend

the course

100% of the fee is payable on application 8 weeks prior to the course

start date. This is in line with internationally accepted norms and standards

If a delegate cancels up to 7-weeks before the course commencement

date, they will be refunded 50% of the fee

Any cancellations after the 7 week period will be subject to no refund

The above fee is exclusive of any applicable taxes (VAT, WHT etc) that
may apply. In such cases ATA will itemize and add to final invoice

Please note that this amount was calculated at the prevailing exchange
rate at the time of preparing the course outline. Any movement in the
exchange rate of more than 5% at date of invoice will result in a change of
the quoted price if applicable, regardless of the validity period referred to
above

ATA is not to be held liable for any travel delays whatsoever

E&OE

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8. PROPOSAL ACCEPTANCE

_____________________

in

my

capacity

as

___________________________ hereby ACCEPT this proposal in full,

including the fees to be paid and all course stipulations, terms and conditions.

Course number: Occupational Hygiene 01/13

I confirm that the course commences on the 19 August 2013, and concludes
on the 23 August 2013.

I confirm that payment, in full, will be made 8 weeks prior to the

commencement of the course i.e. 21 June 2013.

___________________

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Signature

Date

Please print pages 12 15, initial each page, sign page 15 and then scan
and email the pages to trevor.justus@ata-international.com

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9. ABBREVIATIONS

E&OE

: Errors and Omissions Excepted

IT

: International Training

SA

: South Africa

US$

: United Sates Dollar

VAT

: Value Added Tax

WHT

: With-holding Tax

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10. CONTACT DETAILS

Please contact Trevor should you require further details and/ or assistance:

Trevor Justus
Director

ATA International Training

Eastwood Office Park

3 Tuscan Suites
11B Riley Road
Bedfordview
2007
Gauteng
Republic of South Africa

Tel

: +27-11-450-4263

Fax

: +27-11-450-4699

Email : trevor.justus@ata-international.com
www : www.ata-international.com

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