Swift response to emergencies SHEQ Management 20th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 With the correct first-aid training and equipment, employers can swiftly respond to medical emergencies and potentially save or minimise harm to an injured or distressed employee Medical emergencies can happen... Read More...
Fire and emergency ready SHEQ Management 20th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 No matter the industry, every workplace should be prepared for a fire or other emergencies by having trained employees, frequent drills and the correct equipment Whether it is the threat of a wildfire on a far... Read More...
Safety reports a click away SHEQ Management 20th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 Although an important part of the job, administrative duties can be a time-consuming exercise for safety officers. With the correct software, record-keeping can be as simple as pressing a button There are seve... Read More...
ISO addresses mental health SHEQ Management 20th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 Mental health conditions are posing a new threat to workplace health and safety. ISO 45003 is aimed at guiding businesses on how to improve mental health among workers The World Health Organization estimates t... Read More...
A healthier workforce improves productivity SHEQ Management 20th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 Absenteeism has a detrimental impact on workplace productivity and morale. Key to addressing this is ensuring employees are healthy According to the financial service provider, Sanlam, on average around 15 per... Read More...
Avoiding flying fists SHEQ Management 20th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 An often-overlooked aspect of occupational health and safety (OHS) is preventing violence in the workplace – whether from an external threat, or interpersonal violence between co-workers Violence in the workpl... Read More...
Cleanest air around SHEQ Management 20th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 Rather than risking their reputations, pharmaceutical manufacturers are encouraged to invest in oil-free compressors that can achieve Class 0 contaminant-free compressed air Compressed air is used extensively ... Read More...
Preparing for hotter summers SHEQ Management 16th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 As global temperatures rise, farm workers are at greater risk of suffering heat stress or heatstroke, which can be deadly. With new technology and some basic health practices, farmers can ensure their staff are... Read More...
Addressing snake bites SHEQ Management 16th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 Although medevac might at times be necessary, Remote Medical International cautions against making it the first response to snake bites, as valuable time is lost during the process Globally, at least 600 000 p... Read More...
When something smells gassy SHEQ Management 16th Jan 2020 SHEQ Management Handbook 2020 Whether it is toxic or flammable, a gas leak can be devasting. Fortunately, the right gas-detection technology can minimise harm to employees and the environment Black smoke bellowed into the air for almost fo... Read More...