Solutions to prevent slips Mariska Morris 26th Feb 2020 Featured Issue 1 2020 Although a common cause of workplace injuries, slips, trips and falls are often very easily managed by implementing some simple preventative measures. MARISKA MORRIS investigates Slips, trips and falls are som... Read More...
Most essential bath ever taken Mariska Morris 26th Feb 2020 Featured Issue 1 2020 While prevention is always the best approach, companies should be equipped to reduce harm once an accident occurs. MARISKA MORRIS takes a look at how safety showers and eyebaths can assist employees who are exp... Read More...
A decade of award – winning safety Mariska Morris 14th Jan 2020 Profiles SGB-Cape snatched up a total of 17 awards for its impeccable safety standards at the 2019 NOSCAR Awards. MARISKA MORRIS gains some expert insights from this industry leader Each year, the National Occupational... Read More...
Gaining expert insights at Noshcon Mariska Morris 18th Oct 2019 Featured Issue 5 2019 From the benefits of micro-learning to preventing workplace violence, the annual Noshcon Conference once again provided occupational health and safety (OHS) officers with invaluable expert insights and advice. ... Read More...
Addressing noise in the workplace Mariska Morris 18th Oct 2019 Featured Issue 5 2019 Whether it is constant chatter in the office, or loud drilling on a construction site, noise pollution can result in an unproductive workplace. MARISKA MORRIS looks at some of the approaches to preventing noise... Read More...
What Chernobyl taught the world Mariska Morris 21st Aug 2019 Featured Issue 4 2019 Occupational health and safety officers can learn a lot about safety from the newly released HBO mini-series on the meltdown of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in 1986. MARISKA MORRIS shares some of the lesso... Read More...
War on single-use plastic Mariska Morris 19th Jun 2019 Featured Issue 3 2019 Plastics SA believes the ban of single-use plastic bags by retailers, shopping malls and even countries is a rash response. MARISKA MORRIS investigates whether this is mass hysteria or the best solution to sing... Read More...
Fresh air and sunlight for the office Mariska Morris 24th Apr 2019 Featured Issue 2 2019 Environmental factors such as air quality and lighting are often overlooked when employers address the ergonomics in an office. MARISKA MORRIS investigates their importance When ergonomics is mentioned, emplo... Read More...
Taking her out of his shoes Mariska Morris 24th Apr 2019 Featured Issue 2 2019 Although more women are entering non-traditional sectors, there remains very little personal protective equipment (PPE) specially designed for women. MARISKA MORRIS reports. Although women have been in the min... Read More...
Pouring knowledge at FDT Mariska Morris 26th Oct 2018 Featured Issue 5 2018 Various sectors of the food and beverage industry gathered at Food & Drink Technology (FDT) Africa to discuss health and safety, innovations and legislation. MARISKA MORRIS reports. The FDT Africa exhibiti... Read More...
