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What is a Health and Safety Risk

WEBA health and safety risk which relates to Occupational Health and Safety can be defined as the likelihood that a person may suffer harm or an adverse health effect if/when …

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Getting a Letter of Good Standing and being health

WEBA Letter of Good Standing is an official document which proves that an employer has the backing of the Workmen’s Compensation Fund (COID) in assisting with payment of work-related injuries or harm to employees, as payments to the Fund are up to date. The Letter of Good Standing is important as it serves as a form of security that the …

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How to get your Health and Safety Certificate

WEBOnce the audit is completed and the subscriber is found competent with the requirements set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, they are provided with a …

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The purpose of workplace health and safety compliance

WEBThe purpose of OHS compliance is to ensure that employees are provided with a workplace in which their health and safety is ensured. Health and Safety compliance involves the implementation of the highest level of physical, mental, and social well-being of employees. Furthermore, it involves the prevention of adverse health issues, illnesses

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5 Steps of a Health and Safety Risk Assessment

WEBSteps involved in an effective Risk Assessment. To be effective and to ensure that all hazards are identified, all risks are evaluated, and all control measures to mitigate, control, minimise, or eliminate the hazards are in place, employers can follow 5 steps of risk assessment in health and safety below.

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How to conduct a health and safety audit

WEBSteps in conducting a Health and Safety Audit. As soon as the area to audit has been selected, the following steps can be followed. 1. Sequence questions and answer it. The …

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How to set up a Health and Safety Contractor File in South Africa

WEBOverall information requirements in the file will remain the same and the documents relating to the site must be added. When setting up a health and safety file, the following must be in the file: The contractor’s appointment letter as per Construction Regulation 5 (3) (f) of the OHS A) 37 (2) Agreement between the client and the contractor.

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The Importance of Hazard Identification in the Workplace

WEBHazard identification is the process of recognising potential sources of harm, danger, or adverse health effects in the workplace. It involves identifying hazardous …

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OHSOnline Cloud Based Management System

WEBThe OHS Online cloud based health and safety management system together with your dedicated SafetyWallet support manager will assist you to reach Health and Safety …

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Beginner’s Guide to Compiling a Contractors’ Health & Safety File

WEBAs per the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act a book, record, or any other documents must be kept. When using the latter, it is important to …

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OHS Risk Assessment in the workplace

WEBA risk assessment can be described as a comprehensive review of the workplace to effectively identify anything that could cause harm. Hazards may include tasks, …

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What is a Health and Safety Induction

WEBHealth and safety induction training is provided to new employees and it can help employees in becoming more familiar with work activities, responsibilities, their …

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Occupational Health and Safety Risk Assessment

WEBAn assessment document must be created to describe the possible risks which may threaten the health and/or the safety of employees. It is also used to help the employer understand the possible hazards and risks that pose a threat to employees and why they are considered hazards. Once the “Why” is understood, risks can easily be …

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The Importance of a Strong Health and Safety Culture in the …

WEBA strong health and safety culture is indispensable for any organization. By fostering inclusivity, creating buy-in, and aligning culture with company values, …

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What is a Health and Safety File in South Africa

WEBA Health and Safety File in South Africa is also known as a Site Safety File. This is a record of information that focuses on health and safety management on various sites, including …

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14 health and safety compliance must haves

WEB1. The OHS Act must be accessible. For employees to fulfil their duties and responsibilities towards their own health and safety, and that of others working with them, they must have access to a copy of the Act. It is the duty of the employer to ensure that employees can access the Act at any given time. 2.

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Listed Work and The OHS Amendment Bill 2020

WEBListed Work and The Occupational Health and Safety Amendment Bill 2020. There are extensive changes brought on by the Occupational Health and Safety …

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