Featured Issue 3 2019

The ninth iteration of the annual conference of the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Saiosh) saw a large turnout of attendees from all spheres of the occupational health and safety (OH... Read More...

As climate change is rising on the political agenda, companies are starting to take notice. That’s according to SOPHIE PUNTE, executive director of the Smart Freight Centre. So, what should transport operators ... Read More...

While the discipline of first aid hasn’t changed much over the years, in terms of techniques or procedures there have been recent advances in legislation, training and equipment. We chat to the team at St John ... Read More...

The 2019 edition of the A-OSH exhibit attracted more delegates, displayed a greater variety of products and was packed with innovation. MARISKA MORRIS attended to see what was on offer Each year the annual occ... Read More...

The Japanese glove manufacturer and industry leader, SHOWA, offers innovative, quality hand protection, which was on display at the 2019 A-OSH exhibition Whether it’s the company’s unique fibres developed in h... Read More...

With the introduction of dual-compound rubber-soling technology in Africa, footwear can now offer better durability and more comfort Even when working in the same industry, employees often require footwear tha... Read More...

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...

From relocating its Johannesburg training facilities and complying with new regulations to the importance of first-aid training, St John South Africa used the 2019 A-OSH Expo as an opportunity to inform First-... Read More...