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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...]

construction

  • Do you know the eight lifting requirements for stacking and storage?
  • If your stacking and storage isn't properly controlled you risk fire, explosions, pollution, damage to stock and injury to your employees. Don't take that risk! Stick to the eight lifting requirements for stacking and storage and keep your workers safe.... ››› more
  • [13 December 2013]
  • Have you conducted toolbox talks on trips and falls?
  • Statistics show that 66% of falls are as a result of slips and trips. These can result in serious injuries and cost your company thousands in compensation! The good news is you can avoid this by conducting toolbox talks on trips and falls. Here's what you need to cover when doing these talks...... ››› more
  • [09 December 2013]
  • Wal-Mart suffers deadly construction accident: Make sure your site doesn't follow suit
  • Many people think construction accidents only happen to small, little-known construction companies. Not true! This is evident in the latest construction incident which involved the electrocution and death of a construction employee at one of Wal-Mart's stores in Arkansas. Could yours be the next construction site that makes the news for all the wrong reasons? Here's how to ensure it's not...... ››› more
  • [29 November 2013]
  • Developing a method statement? Here's what to include
  • Construction Regulation 12 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) governs the safety aspect of demolishing structures such as buildings and bridges. One of the requirements under this regulation is that you develop a method statement when doing demolition work. Here's what you must include in yours...... ››› more
  • [28 November 2013]
  • Are you allowed to refuse a DoL inspector entry onto your site?
  • One of the most common questions regarding inspections is whether or not employers are allowed to refuse a DoL inspector entry onto their construction sites. Read on to find out what the law says about this...... ››› more
  • [28 November 2013]
  • Don't have a fall protection plan? If so, you'll face these four penalties and fines
  • The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requires you to have a fall protection plan if your employees work at elevated heights. If you don't comply, your company will face the following penalties...... ››› more
  • [28 November 2013]
  • Are you required to pay employees for a shut-down period?
  • Temporarily closing your business during slow business periods like Christmas, New Year or during school holidays is called a shut-down period. If you're having a shut-down period this December, read on to find out whether or not you're required to pay your employees during this time...... ››› more
  • [27 November 2013]
  • What kind of training is required to erect a scaffold?
  • You probably know that if your company's erecting scaffolding it must comply with construction regulations. But do you know what the law says about the type of training required to erect a scaffold? Read on to find out....... ››› more
  • [22 November 2013]
  • Tongaat disaster highlights the importance of investigating incidents properly
  • Rescue efforts are still continuing in Tongaat, north of Durban. This after a mall being built collapsed yesterday. The latest report by Eye Witness News suggests that at least one person has been confirmed dead and 29 others are being treated in hospital. Rescue teams are combing the scene for people who may be trapped under the rubble. This tragic accident has cast the spotlight on the importance of investigating accidents. Here's what you need to know...... ››› more
  • [20 November 2013]




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