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The Height(s) of Safety
Every employer and employee that knows that work is being done off the ground, has to be aware of the relevant safety regulations. The General Safety Regulations of the OHS Act 85 of 1993 contains the following: (GSR 6 & 13A) Work in elevated positions No...
Fire safety in the workplace
According to the OHS Act 85 of 1993 an employer has the responsibility of: “providing such information, instructions, training and supervision as may be necessary to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety at work of his employees; “ This...
Roles and Responsibilities of the Occupational Health and Safety Representative
The Occupational Health and Safety Representative of an organisation forms an integral part of the management structure. The elected OHS has a crucial role to play when it comes to achieving safe and healthy workplaces. In certain sectors (such as construction and...
OHS in the SA Construction Industry
In South Africa and abroad, the OHS statistics in the construction industry is dismal. Worldwide, statistics that are alarming, include the following: 60 000 fatal accidents - one every ten minutes; One in every six work-related fatal accidents occurs on a...
Safety Responsibilities of Every Employee
“Safety First!” is a philosophy one would like to instill in all work environments. No one would want to work in an environment where they feel unsafe on a daily basis or are constantly afraid that they might be injured. In every workplace, there should be health and...
Employer responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace
The Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 consists of 50 sections where it outlines its purpose and functions. Its purpose is to provide health and safety precautions and directions to people at work, or in connection with the use of plant and machinery. The Act...