Safety & Legal Compliance
COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases Act) Training
Unit Standard 259638 · NQF Level 3
SAQA-aligned coida (compensation for occupational injuries & diseases act) training delivered online, on-site or at our centres in Midrand and Durban. Daily classes, no waiting period.
Quick answer
What is the COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases Act) course?
This accredited course provides learners with a clear understanding of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) and its application in the workplace. The training focuses on employer and employee responsibilities, reporting of injuries and diseases, compensation claims processes, and the management of occupational injury cases. Learners will be equipped to ensure compliance with COIDA requirements and support effective injury management and compensation administration.
Course outline
What the COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases Act) course covers, module by module.
- Purpose and scope of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act
- Roles and responsibilities of employers and employees
- Types of occupational injuries and diseases
- Reporting procedures for workplace injuries and incidents
- Compensation claims process and required documentation
- Employer registration and assessments
- Duties of the Compensation Commissioner
- Managing return-to-work and rehabilitation processes
- Consequences of non-compliance with COIDA
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the purpose and requirements of COIDA
- Identify employer and employee responsibilities under COIDA
- Apply correct reporting procedures for occupational injuries and diseases
- Understand the compensation claims process
- Support compliance and effective injury management in the workplace
Who should attend
- Employers and business owners
- Managers and supervisors
- Health and Safety Officers and Representatives
- HR and payroll personnel
- Administrators responsible for injury reporting and claims
Entry requirements
- Basic literacy and numeracy
Frequently asked questions
How much does the COIDA course cost?
The COIDA course costs R650 per learner and runs for one day. Group bookings are negotiable. Training is available online, at our centres in Midrand and Durban, or on site at your premises, with daily classes and no waiting period. Email info@rehtraining.co.za to book or ask about group rates.
What does the COIDA course cover?
The course explains the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act: employer registration and assessments, reporting workplace injuries and diseases, the claims process, return to work, and the consequences of non-compliance. It is aligned to unit standard 259638 at NQF level 3. It is presented in plain language with South African examples. Delegates receive a certificate on completion.
Who should attend COIDA training?
Employers, business owners, HR and payroll staff, safety officers and supervisors. COIDA affects every employer in South Africa, so the people who register the company, report injuries or manage claims should understand how it works. The course covers the practical steps, from reporting an injury to managing the claim and the employee's return to work.
Do I need experience before I can do this course?
No. The course is designed for people who handle COIDA matters without a legal background. It explains the Act in plain language and walks through the reporting and claims steps so you can apply them directly in your workplace. It runs over one day, with daily classes available and group rates negotiable.
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