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SACPCMP Construction Health & Safety Manager

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SACPCMP South Africa SACPCMP Health & Safety: Study Roadmap

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Phase 1: Legislation & Legal DutiesYou are here

Master the OHS Act, Section 16 duties, COID Act, and Construction Regulations duties of clients, agents, and contractors.

30
hours
2

Phase 2: HIRA & Site Documentation

Study risk assessments, baseline specs, method statements, fall protection plans, and the structure of the site H&S File.

40
hours
3

Phase 3: Operational Safety & Auditing

Review scaffolding SANS codes, excavations, heavy machinery, incident reporting windows, and monthly client auditing procedures.

40
hours
Estimated total study time
110 hours
That's about 11 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the SACPCMP CHS Manager Exam?

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Age
Education
Relevant Bachelor's Degree, National Diploma, or equivalent qualification in built environment or safety management.
Experience
Minimum 4-5 years of post-qualification experience in construction health and safety management, with a verified portfolio of evidence.
Additional Requirements
  • •Registered candidate status or logbook submission
  • •Completion of professional profile on the SACPCMP portal
  • •Payment of application and examination fees

SACPCMP CHS Manager Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-12 weeks for most working professionals

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

SACPCMP (directly administered)

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Candidates scoring between 35% and 59% may register for an exam re-write within six months upon payment of the exam fee.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeR1,317 per attempt
Total Estimated CostR4,000 - R5,000 (including application and registration fees)
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Detailed focus on the South African OHS Act and Construction Regulations 2014.

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What You'll Study

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SACPCMP CHS Manager Exam Details

SACPCMP Construction Health & Safety Manager

Administered by SACPCMP

Official Source
60%
Passing Score
100
Questions
3
Hours
~R1,317 exam fee (total registration fees ~R4,000–R5,000)
Exam Fee
Study time: 80-120 hours
Prerequisites: Relevant degree/diploma plus at least 4-5 years of verified construction safety experience, or equivalent portfolio and logbooks.
Valid for: Renewable annually with SACPCMP CPD requirements

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official SACPCMP content outline

Legal & Regulatory Framework20%

OHS Act 85 of 1993, COID Act, and Construction Regulations 2014 duties of client, agent, and contractors.

Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA)20%

Baseline, issue-based, and continuous risk assessments, safe work procedures, and hierarchy of controls.

Health & Safety Plans & Documentation20%

H&S plans, H&S specifications, fall protection plans, method statements, and site safety files.

Operational Safety & Site Controls20%

Excavation safety, scaffolding, working at heights, electrical systems, temporary works, and chemical safety.

Incident Management, Audits & Training20%

Section 24 incident reporting, root cause analysis, first aid, site inductions, toolbox talks, and monthly safety audits.

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What's Next After the SACPCMP CHS Manager?

After passing the SACPCMP CHS Manager, you can pursue these career paths

SACPCMP Construction Health & Safety Agent (Pr.CHSA)

Advance to the professional agent registration level for high-level safety consulting on client specifications.

SACPCMP Construction Health & Safety Officer (CHSO)

The foundational officer level focused on site-level safety execution and daily supervision.

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