Health and safety are crucial for any workplace, ensuring the well-being of employees, contractors, students, clients and visitors. Whether you are managing a school, a small business, or a manufacturing facility, establishing a solid health and safety foundation is essential for compliance, efficiency, and long-term success. Establish a health and safety policy Establishing a health […]

In today’s fast-paced work environment, distractions are a significant challenge that can impact productivity and workplace safety. Whether caused by people interruptions, phones, multitasking, weather or environmental disturbances, distracted working presents serious occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards. The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) of South Africa (Act 85 of 1993) mandates that employers […]

Occupational health and safety risk management is a crucial aspect of maintaining workplace safety and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. One of the most effective frameworks for managing workplace risks is the PDCA cycle (Plan-Do-Check-Act), a continuous improvement model designed to help organizations systematically identify, control, and mitigate risks to create a safer […]

Returning to work in 2025 requires a renewed focus on health and safety to ensure that all staff, contractors, and visitors operate in a secure and compliant environment. Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, No. 85 of 1993 (OHS Act), employers are mandated to provide sufficient information, instruction, training, and supervision to minimise risks […]

We dive into the basic occupational health and safety requirements as mandated by South African legislation. Understanding these requirements is crucial for ensuring safe, compliant work environments, whether you’re in a laboratory, office, school, factory, or field-based setting. OHS in South Africa is governed primarily by the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 85 of […]

As spring arrives in South Africa, it brings not only warmer weather and blossoming flowers but also an increase in seasonal allergies, asthma and hay fever. For many individuals, spring can be a challenging time due to the prevalence of pollen and other allergens in the air. These allergens can affect employees’ health and, consequently, […]

Under section 8(2)d of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 85 of 1993: General duties of employers to their employees states: “establishing, as far as is reasonably practicable, what hazards to the health or safety of persons are attached to any work which is performed, any article or substance which is produced, processed, used, handled, […]

Poor handwashing and hand drying can significantly increase the spread of infectious diseases, including gastrointestinal and respiratory infections, as well as skin and eye infections. Inadequate hand hygiene allows pathogens (Pathogens are microorganisms that cause disease in humans, animals, or plants. They include bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and prions. Pathogens invade a host, multiply, and […]

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) is a critical component of workplace management in South Africa. The primary aim is to ensure that employees operate in a safe environment, mitigating risks and preventing workplace injuries and illnesses. One of the essential mechanisms to uphold OHS standards is through external audits. These audits offer an objective evaluation […]

In the modern workplace, a growing emphasis is placed on fostering a positive environment. Despite these efforts, workplace bullying remains a pervasive issue that can have profound impacts on employees’ health and safety. Understanding and addressing this issue is crucial for creating a healthier, safer, and more productive workplace. Identifying a workplace bully can be […]