Trade and Commerce Industry

One of the key ways that accidents and injuries can be prevented in the workplace is through the proper display of health and safety signs.

Every year, thousands of employees are blinded from work-related eye injuries.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act is very particular about rules around fire safety.

First aid boxes are legally required whenever more than five people are employed at a workplace.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn by employees that need to be protected against risks in the workplace for their personal health and safety.

In just a few seconds, a small fire can become completely out of control and turn into a major emergency.

Workplace injuries result in the second-highest business expense after payroll, due to compensation that is claimed.

Health and Safety representatives have no official legal duties, as they are appointed by fellow employees.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993) regulates health and safety in workplaces across South Africa.