Pretorius Kershni

Responsible for ensuring compliance with mine standards, coordinating team members, and monitoring personal exposures. Conducted occupational hygiene assessments, submitted monthly reports, and managed confined space investigations.

Conducted health risk assessments and occupational hygiene surveys across various sectors, including corporate, public, and mining. Prepared detailed reports on findings and provided recommendations for controlling employee exposure to harmful factors.

Anticipated, recognized, evaluated, and controlled workplace conditions that could lead to illness or adverse health effects. Conducted surveys of potential occupational health hazards and compared findings with statutory exposure limits.

Studied Human Physiology, Genetics, and Psychology at the University of Pretoria. This foundational knowledge provided a strong basis for understanding human health and environmental impacts.

Completed an Honours degree in Occupational Hygiene at the University of Pretoria. This advanced study focused on the principles and practices of occupational health and safety.

Obtained the Occupational Hygiene Technologist Certification from SAIOH in 2021. This certification demonstrates proficiency in occupational hygiene practices and standards.

Earned the Intermediate Certificate in Mine Environmental Control - Paper 2 from the Chamber of Mines in 2022. This certificate specialized in environmental control within mining operations.