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What can you do about employees who didn't show up to work because of today's taxi strike?

It's a jungle in Jo'burg this morning. Not only is the heavy raining causing havoc on the roads, but thousands of workers are stranded due to today's National Taxi Alliance (NTA) strike. And that's bad news for your business. Here's what you need to know about how to handle employees who couldn't [read more...]

How to avoid a Miss SA type nepotism scandal in your workplace

There's a fresh scandal surrounding the Miss South Africa pageant. A few weeks back, news reports indicated that the general public wasn't happy with the choice of judges for the pageant. Now there's a rumours of t. And it's put the spotlight back on nepotism in the workplace. [read more...]

Strikes: What does 'issue in dispute' mean?

News reports this morning indicate that government intends to meet with the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (Amcu) today in a last ditch attempt to halt a mass strike in the mining sector. The looming strike, which is expected to have a devastating impact on the economy, has [read more...]

Health and Safety Training

  • Fireball flattens Canadian town! Don't make the same deadly fire safety mistakes!
  • Canada is reeling from the terrible freight train accident in Lac Megantic, a small town in Quebec where a train carrying crude oil sped into the centre of town before bursting into flames. The huge explosion leveled several buildings. This shocking accident shows us that when fire safety is lax, you put not only your employees but the entire community in danger. Here's how to keep your workplace safe from the dangers of flames... ››› more
  • [08 July 2013]
  • Do you know who needs health and safety induction training in your workplace?
  • Healthy and safety measures are useless if the relevant people aren't aware of them in your workplace. And that's why you must conduct proper induction training. Read on to discover who must be given this training so you can maintain a safe working environment. ››› more
  • [05 July 2013]
  • Does your first aider know the basics of a mental health emergency, too?
  • First aid is a crucial aspect of occupational health and safety. And in the UK, health and safety is of such importance that mental health first aid courses are now being offered, so that health and safety officers know how to recognise and respond to someone who\'s having a mental health crisis. Here\'s why this is a good idea... ››› more
  • [29 May 2013]
  • How many first aiders are trained and accredited in your workplace?
  • Did you know five times as many working days were lost due to workplace accidents than to strikes? And in South Africa, where strikes happen quite often that\'s really saying something! Safety in the workplace goes beyond buying a first aid kit and assuming your workers will know what to do. Here\'re four ways to manage first aid so your business won\'t fall below the national average. ››› more
  • [17 May 2013]
  • Quick! A fire breaks out in your office - do you know what to do?
  • Do you keep boxes of papers, documents, books and files lying around in your office? These boxes can catch alight at any time because of a short circuit in one of your office plugs. Your entire building can burn down within minutes! A clear indication that it really doesn't take much to start a fire. Are you prepared for a fire in your office? ››› more
  • [15 May 2013]
  • Quick! Brush up on the Heimlich manoeuvre to save the life of a choking employee!
  • Lunch time is usually a relaxed part of the workday, with employees turning their focus away from work stress to eat and catch up on admin. But it also poses specific lunchtime health and safety risks you need to be aware of. For example, what would you do if one of your employees started to choke on her sandwich? Here\'s a quick refresher on how to perform the Heimlich manoeuvre... ››› more
  • [10 May 2013]
  • Are you prepared if an employee falls off a ladder?
  • Falls from ladders and scaffolding are the single biggest cause of workplace deaths. They can stop production for days while investigations take place. This means lost working time and profits for your business. But there\'s a way to prevent this from happening to you. Let\'s take a look at what your duties are to your employees... ››› more
  • [02 May 2013]
  • Two hand safety tips to reduce hand injuries in the workplace
  • As a business, you have a legal duty to protect your employees from health and safety risks at the workplace. That\'s why you should ensure you reduce the health and safety risks for your employees who work with their hands. Read on to discover two strategies your employees can use to reduce hand injuries. ››› more
  • [24 April 2013]
  • It's up to you to ensure your employees don't suffer bites on the job...
  • Liverpool striker Luis Suarez is in hot water after biting Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic during a Premier League game at Anfield yesterday. Chelsea\'s health and safety reps probably didn\'t see this incident coming when they conduct their pre-game health and safety assessment. After all, biological hazards like bites usually happen when your employees come into contact with animals like dogs while working outdoors. Here\'s what you need to know to protect your employees from bites if they work outdoors... ››› more
  • [22 April 2013]
  • Induction training isn't just for new staff
  • You have a duty of care to your employees and to make sure your workplace is safe. This duty of care also extends to external contractors on your site! A key aspect to keep your workplace safe is to make sure your employees understand your health and safety policies. Give them the necessary training to avoid potentially serious accidents that could cost you millions in damages and Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases (COID) claims! ››› more
  • [22 March 2013]



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