It is widely recognised that businesses should have Health and Safety Representatives in place. These representatives’ roles and functions are valuable to all employers, as they play a key part in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Health and Safety Representatives have a range of responsibilities that, when carried out correctly and in… Continue reading The Role and Responsibilities of Health and Safety Representatives in the Workplace
The SANS 10400 regulation regarding firefighting equipment requires that a number of fire extinguishers are needed depending on the occupancy classification as per the table set out in the National Building Regulation.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) under section 18, requires that an employer must establish one or more Health and Safety committees.
Because Health & Safety is one of the top 10 areas where non-conformances are raised during social audits, SIZA decided to compile a guideline for our members on Health & Safety (H&S) practices and requirements.