PHYSICAL AGENTS REGULATIONS – 2024 WORKSHOP

Why This Workshop Matters? The new Physical Agents Regs (PAR), 2024 introduce important legal aspects relating to workplace exposure, physical agents and environmental stressors. Many employers, consultants, trainers, and OHS practitioners remain unclear about: ▲ What constitutes an “Agent”, a “Stressor” and “Competency? ▲ Which workplaces are affected? ▲ What is meant by “Exposure Risk Assessments” and “Monitoring”? ▲ Medical screening, surveillance, and training obligations now exist. ▲ The updated OELs, levels and limits. ▲ Replacement of the Environmental Regs for Workplaces, 1987 6 September is approaching rapidly. What You’ll Gain? Attendees will gain a useful introductory understanding of: ▲ The structure and scope of the PAR ▲ Employer duties and legal responsibilities ▲ “Competency” requirements under the Regs ▲ Physical agents and workplace stressors ▲ Exposure risk assessments and monitoring ▲ Medical screening and surveillance obligations ▲ Occupational exposure limits and action levels ▲ The Hierarchy Of Control measures Core “Agents” Covered ▲ Cold stress ▲ Electromagnetic fields ▲ Exposure monitoring and risk assessment ▲ Heat stress ▲ Illumination ▲ Indoor air quality ▲ Natural and artificial ventilation ▲ Optical radiation ▲ Pressure ▲ Relative humidity ▲ Vibration Competency – A Critical Focus The Regs repeatedly refer to Competent persons and ▲ Exposure monitoring ▲ Risk assessments ▲ Medical surveillance ▲ Technical knowledge and training This interactive workshop explores: ▲ The role of qualified specialists and Approved Inspection Authorities (AIAs) ▲ The difference between awareness, training, and competence ▲ The implications for employers, consultants, and training providers Meet Your Presenter Ken Annandale CEO – INTRA™ | OHS Training Strategist, active non-specialist and former registered Audiometrist. ▲ 30+ years experience in OHS training ▲ Developer of legal-compliance training material ▲ Advisor to OHS training providers and consultants ▲ Involvement in QCTO-aligned training systems ▲ Mentor to OHS professionals across Africa Ken is known for translating complex legislation into practical workplace understanding that is clear, operational, and legally defensible. What Makes This Workshop Different? ▲ Practical reading of the Regs ▲ Plain-language explanations of technical concepts ▲ Trainer-focused workplace application Trainer Material Included The registration fee includes the INTRA™ PAR Trainer Material Pack: ▲ Trainer Guide ▲ Attendee Workbook ▲ PowerPoint Visuals ▲ Workshop Resources ▲ Electronic Resources and Zoom Recording ▲ Self-study component ▲ Certificate of participation ▲ Saiosh CPD points ▲ Multiple choice questionnaire ▲ Right to reproduce unlimited Learner Workbooks [NOT TRAINER GUIDES] ▲ opportunity to upgrade to INTRA™ licence Workshop Details Date: Thursday, 2 July 2026 Time: 09:00 – 16:00 Platform: Zoom Workshop Cost: R4 750.00 (incl. VAT) No Charge: For INTRA™ Licensees Who Should Attend? ▲ OHS Practitioners and Training Providers ▲ Employers, Supervisors and Managers ▲ Occupational Hygienists ▲ HR and Training Personnel ▲ Consultants ▲ Health and Safety Representatives The Regs are coming. Will your client and organisation be prepared before implementation begins? Secure your seat now.