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CARRYING THE (SAFETY) TORCHEmployers have to keep their employees safe in any situation. This isn’t too difficult when everything is running smoothly, but changes when things go pear-shaped. P38

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during the first quarter of this year! This trend is bolstered by government

incentives – such as no import taxes on these vehicles (and taxes are crippling in Norway). As a result, Teslas are as common in Oslo as salmon. (Almost.)

The popularity of electric cars has not been without its challenges. My driver in Oslo explained to me that initially they were allowed to use the bus lanes. “These cars became so popular that they were causing congestion in the bus lanes, so that is no longer allowed,” he added.

That is one of many environmental challenges that the country is facing. Another is the fact that one third of its 200 wild bee species are considered endangered. This is a significant problem, because bees are essential to food production.

The Norwegians are dealing with this by creating the world’s first bee highway (I kid you not). This is not a typical road, but rather a series of safe spots on rooftops that allow bees to move through the city. Each “rest stop” features plenty of flowers and shelter, allowing bees to move along the path and have access to food. The initiative has been the result of a joint effort between state bodies, companies and even private homeowners, who are all offering up space on their rooftops.

Another area where the Norwegians have been busy bees (sorry, could not resist that) is within the field of power generation. Most electricity in Norway is generated from hydropower and the country is doing such a good job in this regard that it will soon be sending its green energy across to the United Kingdom, where it will be used to power 750 000 homes.

The energy will travel under the North Sea, via the world’s longest sub-sea electricity interconnector. The North Sea Network interconnector is due to be completed in 2021 and will have a capacity

of 1,4 gigawatts.It’s certainly not a case of plain sailing,

however, when it comes to Norway and the environment. According to the State of the Environment Norway (http://environment.no/), the impacts of climate change are becoming more and more noticeable.

Many changes have already been observed in Norway as temperatures rise on land, in fresh water and in the sea. Animals are reaching sexual maturity more quickly, production and reproduction rates are higher, trees are coming into leaf earlier, salmon leaving rivers for the sea are younger and the spawning areas used by fish in the sea are changing.

A milder climate will also make conditions more suitable for a number of alien species, making it easier for them to survive, spread and become established in Norway. Worldwide, invasive alien species are considered to be the second most important threat to biodiversity, behind land-use change. Steps to prevent the spread of invasive alien species will, therefore, be vital as the Norwegian climate changes.

A warmer climate is also likely to have a major impact on Norway’s seas. Researchers are already seeing signs of change in plankton distribution. This will have repercussions for many other species as their food supplies are affected. For example, the survival rates of fish larvae may be altered, which could have serious impacts on many fish species, and indirectly on fish-eating seabirds.

Norway is not taking this situation lying down. In fact, its government has proposed a reduction of Norwegian greenhouse gas emissions of at least 40 percent by 2030, compared to 1990 levels.

The sceptics say that this will never be achieved; they maintain that this goal is far too optimistic, but the Norwegians are a determined nation. If anyone can do it, they can. | SHEQ

I have just returned from my first visit to Norway – and I am utterly enchanted with the country. While it certainly is facing environmental challenges, this truly remarkable country is doing so much to “green” the planet …

I was extremely fortunate to be invited to Norway as a guest of Bentley Motors. The purpose of the trip was to drive the new Continental GT, which

just happens to be the fastest Bentley ever built (and arguably the most beautiful too).

The country was chosen for the global launch because of its mind-blowing roads; Bentley won’t sell many of these sensational new cars in Norway. That’s not because there’s anything wrong with the Continental GT. Au contraire, it’s one of the most perfect cars I have ever driven, but the Norwegians are intent on saving the planet – so they tend to drive “green” cars.

In fact, they are so passionate about environmental issues that Norway leads the global electric/plug-in hybrid vehicle market. Plug-in electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles represent a whopping one third of new vehicles registered in Norway

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The company can convert almost any

car to an electric one. This gives people

more choice to get a car that suits them.

“Our entry-level small car conversion costs

R150 000, and the premium small car

conversion costs R250 000. At the other

end of the spectrum a large SUV will cost

R350 000. Prices exclude VAT and the

donor car.”

The company’s conversions can

match or even exceed the range available

from OEMs. “The biggest driver of cost

is the proven and long-lasting lithium

iron phosphate battery. The more range

required by the customer, the larger the

battery pack and the more the conversion

costs,” Kriel points out.

“OEM vehicles are great products that

fulfil a certain market segment. Freedom

Won offers a different option that provides

greater choice and individualism, at a lower

cost, but with equal or better performance

and longevity,” she adds.

“There will come a time when EVs

become so popular that the market will

support a much wider array of model

options and the costs will gradually come

down. By this time, Freedom Won may

offer its own OEM vehicles.

“That is our vision, but until then it is

our mission to provide a more affordable

and wider choice to the African market, so

as to give as many people as possible a

real opportunity to break away from high

fuel costs and unsustainable energy usage

practices.” | SHEQ

battery-powered electric vehicles are now commonplace around the world. While some are being produced from scratch, it is also possible to convert your fossil-fuel guzzler into something more electrifying …

your own?

Pre-assembled or to build

South African company that was founded

in 2011 after the completion of its first EV

conversion prototype.

I spoke to the company’s co-founder,

Lizette Kriel, who highlighted the benefits

of building your own electric vehicle.

“People have different reward factor

priorities for driving EVs,” she explains.

“Many people find that driving an EV

provides great pleasure in knowing that

they are contributing to the reduction of

city pollution and giving momentum to the

much-needed global drive to use cleaner

energy.”

Kriel continues: “The smooth, effortless,

yet responsive feel of driving an EV gets

many people hooked. Personally, one of

our favourite reasons is that we never

have to go to the service station to fill up

our tank … For Freedom Won the attraction

of EV’s must be underpinned by a case for

good economics – and it is!”

She adds that, over the long term,

an EV should cost less to operate than

its fossil-fuel burning brethren. “Freedom

Won’s conversion concept allows an owner

to convert a car, which has already given a

few years of service, to electric at a much

lower cost than the original equipment

manufacturer (OEM) EV equivalent.

“One should expect a payback on

your investment, by virtue of energy and

maintenance savings, in four to five years.

For the OEM options the purchase price

makes this payback time substantially

longer.”

E lectric vehicles (EVs) are

really gaining momentum,

despite their challenges with

regard to range and charging

time. The world’s first mass-produced

zero-emission vehicle, the Nissan LEAF,

reached its 100 000 global sales mark at

the beginning of last year.

For R485 900 you can even drive one

on South Africa’s roads … for 195 km at a

time (on one charge).

You could, however, convert your

fossil-fuel guzzler into something more

electrifying, thanks to Freedom Won – a

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I love the South African Revenue Service

(SARS)! Actually, I love interacting with

SARS by going to its offices in Edenvale or

using its eFiling system.

Yes I know, SARS means that I have to

pay, but the organisation makes me feel

like a valued customer who it wants to see

back for “repeat” business – quite unlike

the experiences that I have in many of the

mass retail outlets, where I am treated as

though I am a nuisance.

At SARS I get treated with respect

and my issues are taken seriously, with a

genuine effort to satisfy my needs; from

Luthando at the reception, allocating my

ticket for the audio-visual queuing system,

to Zandi the tax consultant, verifying my

details and doing an online query.

There is also a notice offering

assistance with filling in the tax forms. I

get an e-mail/SMS notification when there

is a tax issue that I need to deal with. It is

truly an absolute pleasure dealing with the

SARS staff.

How easy are you making safety for your

staff?

• Do you see them as clients to whom you

are providing a service?

• Do you treat them as if they are customers

who have a choice regarding where they

can buy their safety services from?

• Do you offer assistance with filling out

safety incident reports?

• Do you have a hassle-free help line in

their first language?

• Do you talk and listen to them?

• How open is your door and does the mat

at the feet say “Welcome”/”Vho tangane

dzwa”/”Wamukelekile”/”Welkom”?

Or ... are you too busy with processes,

procedures, policies, papers, posters,

reports and compliance audits?

I challenge you to take this question

seriously by asking people, at all levels,

including the “key customers” (line

managers), how they feel about the service

you are providing to them.

Ask people, especially on the shop

floor, what they understand about the

different safety concepts, ratios and

safety lingo.

Ask your “key customers”: “How can I

HELP”?

Take a leaf out of SARS’s book. Make

taking safety seriously easy for your

people.

Jürgen Tietz

Thought Leader and Professional Speaker

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SCANIA RECOGNISED FOR HIV PREVENTION WORKScania South Africa’s work to prevent the further spread of HIV/Aids has won the Swedish Workplace HIV/Aids Programme’s (SWHAP) Most Comprehensive Programme Achievement Award 2014. The award was presented to Scania South Africa primarily for its employee support programme.

John Viner, programme manager at SWHAP, explains: “The employee support programme assists in early diagnosis,

access to treatment and continuous support for employees and their families. Currently over 90 percent of Scania’s employees are aware of their HIV status and 44 out of 55 HIV-positive employees are on treatment.”

SWHAP is an initiative from the International Council of Swedish Industry (NIR) and the Swedish Industrial and Metalworkers’ Union (IF Metall) to support HIV and Aids programmes at Swedish-

related workplaces in sub-Saharan Africa.Besides employees and short-term

contract workers, Scania South Africa also provides support to other vulnerable groups, such as truck drivers. During a recent six-month period, for example, 1 000 drivers were screened and tested for HIV.

“The amount of activities, as well as the number of people included in the programme, impressed us,” Viner says. “And this successful and systematic work to prevent a further spread of HIV/Aids in the region, resulted in the SWHAP Achievement Award.”

Andreas Follér, sustainability manager at Scania, says: “Health and safety have always been important to Scania. The foundation to our success has been having motivated, engaged and highly skilled employees. The achievements of Scania in South Africa are a real inspiration to the rest of Scania.”

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Recently launched in South Africa, the

XCAT is a portable detection system

for explosives, gunshot residue and

narcotics that has been designed to

deliver rapid, accurate results – all from

the palm of your hand.

“Law enforcement will find it simple

to use in crime scenes, where either the

area, or person, needs to be screened

quickly,” explains Michael Crossland,

PSA Africa’s product manager.

“The mining sector will also find

the device useful to establish whether

unauthorised personnel have handled

explosives. Ports, airports and national

key points are always at risk of having

illegal explosives, weapons and drugs

brought into the country. The XCAT

allows security checkpoints to test

pills, powders, residue or liquids found

on surfaces such as suitcases, boxes,

packaging or hands.”

He adds that the complex optical

XCAT allows for reliable testing of

suspicious packages or people without

exposing operators to the chemicals.

“No calibration, maintenance,

interpretation or colour charts are

required, making it very easy to use. The

XCAT uses detection cards with specially

formulated optical detection inks and

software to identify the characteristics

that are unique to each individual or

group of chemically related analyses.”

Use this detection card to take a

sample of the suspicious surface and

insert it into the system. The unit will

analyse the card and return the results

within about two minutes, by means of

a green or red light.

“Although new to South Africa, the

XCAT is already in use in more than

20 countries worldwide. It has been

exposed to extensive field trials ensuring

its reliability and accuracy,” Crossland

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Prism Inter Africa: Chemical Safety is a company

that specialises in the first aid of chemical splashes

to the eyes and skin. In these emergency situations,

it is necessary to react immediately, with the use

of effective products and protocols to achieve

maximum efficiency, while limiting potential injury.

The company is the local supplier of Diphoterin

and Hexafluorine solutions, developed by French

company, Prevor.

In May this year, Prism Inter Africa hosted a

chemical splash seminar in Johannesburg, where

Dr Jean Luc Fortin presented the pathology of

chemical burns, while discussing current rinsing

methods and their efficiencies.

Diphoterin was one of the rinsing methods he

reviewed, which was then demonstrated by Marie-

Anaïs Dentzer, from the international development

department at Prevor.

Diphoterin is a unique solution for the

emergency first-aid decontamination of chemical

splashes in the eyes, or on the skin. It is an

aqueous, polyvalent, washing solution that is

highly effective against all kinds of corrosive and

irritant chemicals.

It is an amphoteric, chelating molecule with at

least one site able to rapidly and effectively absorb

and neutralise the aggressive chemical molecule to

prevent possible reactions.

Dentzer also demonstrated the effectiveness

of Hexafluorine solution, which is specifically

for the emergency first-aid decontamination of

hydrofluoric acid splashes in the eyes or onto the

skin.

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GET READY TO BAUMA The Bauma Conexpo Africa trade fair for the mining and construction industries will take place for the second time on African soil, between September 15 and 18, at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec.

Marius Smit, Bauma Conexpo Africa’s sales and marketing manager, describes Bauma Conexpo Africa as “the must-attend trade fair for the mining and construction industry on the African continent”.

“It’s an opportunity to meet the major key industry players and connect with customers from across the continent and to expand your business potential – at one location over four days,” he says.

“In 2013, we had over 700 exhibitors take up over 60 000 m2 of exhibition space,” explains Smit. “Due to the high demand for 2015, we decided to move to a larger venue – the Johannesburg Expo Centre. This time around we have ten country pavilions as opposed to the nine in 2013. We are also expecting over 20 000 visitors.”

This year, visitors can see exhibitors showcasing all their latest developments and technologies at the demonstration area. In addition, IFAT Environmental Technology Africa will run alongside Bauma Conexpo Africa. This trade fair, which is an extension of the Munich Bauma trade fair portfolio, will focus on environmental solutions for the mining and construction industry.

“We will also introduce the Bauma Conexpo Africa Forum, which will feature ‘Country Specials’ focusing on investments and projects in southern, eastern and western Africa. This Forum will be open to all visitors to the trade fair. Bauma Conexpo Africa will also play host to the 110th Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) Annual Congress,” Smit concludes.

The Bauma Conexpo Africa trade fair is the third international off-shoot of the Bauma trade fair which takes place in Munich, Germany. Bauma China has been a regular feature since 2002, with Bauma Conexp India first hosted in 2011. The first South African edition was held in 2013.

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February 11, 2010, marked

the South African Institute of

Occupational Safety and Health’s

(Saiosh’s) inception by a group of

local, enthusiastic occupational

health and safety (OHS)

professionals. *

At the Saiosh/IOSH 2015

Conference – which was held

alongside the A-Osh expo, held

in Midrand during May – Bill

Pomfret, managing consultant

of the Canadian company

Safety Projects International,

delivered a presentation on crisis

management.

Pomfret has subsequently

released a statement recognising

four individuals who established

Saiosh. “These people did not just

dream about establishing Saiosh;

they went into action, each

working tirelessly and dedicating

hundreds of unpaid hours, so that

we can all benefit,” says Pomfret.

The four people he is referring

to are: Robin Jones – president,

Neels Nortje – registrar, Wally

Robins – secretary, and Gillian

Nortje – membership manager.

Pomfret notes that, with

more than 4 000 members,

Saiosh is a leading source of

information and international

networking opportunities within

the global occupational health

and safety (OHS) profession.

“More importantly, South Africa

now has the professionalism and

support to improve the health

and safety of its people,” he

points out.

The non-profit organisation

represents individuals and

organisations committed to

the enhancement of the OHS

profession through research,

promotion, education, upliftment,

training, guidance and strong

relationships with other OHS

stakeholders.

Pomfret has over 30 years’

experience in safety management

and is the author of several

bestselling books including:

The Road to Compliance, The

Construction Health and Safety

Manual, and Q & A on Loss Control.

* Saiosh is the registration

board for the Institution of

Occupational Safety and Health

South Africa (IOSH SA). It is

recognised by the South African

Qualifications Authority (SAQA)

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comes from this individualised action, not only does developing a positive safety culture feel more achievable, it actually becomes more practical to manage too.

“Felt leadership” operates in exactly the same way as this sort of viral-change process. It’s not necessarily a new style or theory of leadership; instead we might consider it the distillation of some of the more impactful elements from a range of schools of thought on leadership.

It’s essentially about “walking the talk”, demonstrating that commitment to safety is as strong as it’s claimed to be. In my view, it’s the foundation for building trust and supportive relationships at all levels within the organisation.

Done well, felt leadership moves an organisation from a focus on compliance, to a deeper, more cultural approach, based on shared commitment. And the results can be impressive!

Over time, many organisations have found that their safety cultures have been considerably enhanced through the

application of felt leadership. Studies have shown that good safety leadership can positively influence the safety behaviours of workers by up to 86 percent, and reduce incidents and accidents by around 35 percent.

The benefits don’t stop there, however, as it’s known that improving safety culture and performance delivers sustainable, shared value to other areas of the business too, such as quality, delivery speeds and operational efficiencies.

The corporate bottom line is also positively impacted – as organisations with good safety performance also appear to have better economic performance.

Is there a connection between the two? The answer is undeniably “yes”, as reduced incident rates and improved working conditions boost employee morale, enhance engagement and generate positive influence over productivity and, therefore, profitability.

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boardroom to the shop floor – every leader, manager, supervisor and frontline worker.

Of course a coordinated approach is best, but, frankly, it is nonsense to suggest that only a totally inclusive approach can be impactful. I would not argue against the notion that 100-percent engagement of the entire workforce would be beneficial in many respects, but I don’t believe that it has to be an “all or nothing” approach to influencing safety behaviours.

In his magnificent and highly provocative book Viral Change, psychiatrist Leandro Herrero explains that culture change works one person at a time. Herrero tells us that change is most effective when it spreads like a virus; step by step, gradually infecting everyone – just like catching the common cold from that guy sneezing next to you on the bus.

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PRINCIPLES OF FELT LEADERSHIPHow can we utilise the concept of felt leadership at work? Over the last few years, as our consulting business has partnered with many organisations around the world, we’ve come to learn that taking a principled approach to safety provides a strong framework, and also yields great results.

Through our work we’ve identified five principles of felt leadership that can add significant value to any safety management system. They are:1. Inspire people with a clear vision of what

success looks like;2. Lead by setting a great example;3. Empower people to think and act in

safety;4. Use meaningful praise wherever possible;5. Take the time to coach rather than tell.

Look at that list of leadership principles one more time. Now consider who in your organisation would undertake these

around us, leaders must hold an absolute personal commitment to the organisation’s value on safety. In our own research, three safety values in particular were found to recur again and again. It’s worthwhile to take a look at these:• All workplace injuries and ill-health are

preventable;• Everyone has the right to go home safely

at the end of every day;• Safety is a line responsibility that is

owned, led and driven by the entire team of leaders within the organisation.

These values act as the blueprint for felt leadership. Acknowledging that safety is a core business value, integral to the very existence of the organisation, is crucial for setting the scene. When demonstrated through the actions of leaders, it can have a profound effect on employees. Pause for a moment and consider how these values might be reflected in your organisation.

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Sharman on Safety is a series of extracts that SHEQ MANAGEMENT is running this year, from Andrew Sharman’s new book: from accidents to Zero: a practical guide to improving your workplace safety culture. Andrew is an international member of the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH) and chief executive of RyderMarshSharman - consultants on leadership and cultural excellence to a wide range of blue-chip corporates and non-government organisations globally. More at www.rydermarshsharman.com. SHEQ MANAGEMENT readers will receive 20 percent off the price of Sharman’s book at: www.fromaccidentstozero.com using the code SHEQSA.

From Accidents to ZeroA practical guide to improving your workplace safety culture

Thought-provoking and insightful. From Accidents to Zero progressively pushed me to see new connections, and new ways to address organisations’ safety culture and risk management challenges.Mieke Jacobs, Global Practice Leader – Employee Safety, DuPont

This A to Z of safety represents an eminently practical knowledge toolbox, one fi lled with tools which will add value to the CEO and the front line Safety Practitioner in equal measures. Relevant, accessible and applicable, this is safety distilled and a ‘must-read’.Steven Brown, Brewery Manager, Heineken Read more at www.fromaccidentstozero.com

This A to Z of safety represents an eminently practical knowledge toolbox, one fi lled with tools which will add value to the CEO and the front line Safety Practitioner

applicable, this is safety distilled and a ‘must-read’.Steven Brown, Brewery Manager, Heineken

Read more at www.fromaccidentstozero.com

actions. I passionately believe that these principles are for everyone: felt leadership in safety is not the exclusive domain of senior executives.

While commitment must start from the top, all levels in the organisational hierarchy can spread the safety change – just like the common cold virus spreading on the bus.

The five principles are as relevant and useful to the new team member as they are

to the CEO, so, whatever your role in your organisation, you can certainly use the viral approach to lead.

In which of the five principles do you feel you have strength? Are there some in which you might want to gain further development?

CAN YOU FEEL IT?How can we demonstrate that we’re truly committed to safety? Here are some specific actions that can help your own personal leadership in safety to be felt by those around you:• Show that you understand the business

operations and activities;

• Work to anticipate – rather than react to – risks;

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to driving safety forward;

• Proactively discuss hazards with employees and within peer groups;

• Respond quickly when unsafe conditions are discovered in the workplace;

• Inspect the workplace frequently and intelligently;

• Ensure effective corrective actions from accident investigations, audits or surveys are prioritised, attended to, and completed;

• Objectively investigate incidents and accidents, take a “helicopter view” and resist the urge to apportion blame;

• Understand the needs and aspirations of workers with regard to safety;

• Make safety part of the everyday business – start every meeting with a brief safety point to discuss;

• Find a way to involve everyone – risk assessments, investigations, project teams or even just asking people for their thoughts all count!

Felt leadership is an approach that can be used by anyone, regardless of their role, seniority or place in the organisational hierarchy. It works because it builds strong safety cultures through the inter-relationships between leaders and followers.

As we’ve discussed in this article, it is action-focused – and even the smallest actions count towards making a difference. When felt leadership is demonstrated within an organisation in the area of safety, a cultural transformation can occur. More importantly, that transformation becomes sustainable as it becomes part of the fabric of the company and the work environment.

Great safety leaders ultimately challenge those around them to make a personal commitment to be the best they can be – while making safety easy and fun and releasing people’s energy, skills and ideas to create safety in the workplace.

Remember that safety excellence is a journey, not a destination. Along the route you’ll get the level of safety performance that you, as a leader, personally demonstrate that you want. So, don’t forget that attitudes, behaviours, actions and inactions will all be viewed as illustrations of our personal level of commitment to safety in the workplace.

What we say, speak and write as leaders – no matter where we are in the organisational hierarchy – must be visibly reflected in what we do. Lead on! | SHEQ

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… change is most effective when it spreads like a virus; step by step, gradually infecting everyone

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From Accidents to ZeroA practical guide to improving your workplace safety culture

Thought-provoking and insightful. From Accidents to Zero progressively pushed me to see new connections, and new ways to address organisations’ safety culture and risk management challenges.Mieke Jacobs, Global Practice Leader – Employee Safety, DuPont

This A to Z of safety represents an eminently practical knowledge toolbox, one fi lled with tools which will add value to the CEO and the front line Safety Practitioner in equal measures. Relevant, accessible and applicable, this is safety distilled and a ‘must-read’.Steven Brown, Brewery Manager, Heineken Read more at www.fromaccidentstozero.com

This A to Z of safety represents an eminently practical knowledge toolbox, one fi lled with tools which will add value to the CEO and the front line Safety Practitioner

applicable, this is safety distilled and a ‘must-read’.Steven Brown, Brewery Manager, Heineken

Read more at www.fromaccidentstozero.com

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W orkplace risks can be grouped into two broad categories. First, there are physical risks that

result in bodily injury, illness or death of employees. In the second category are risks that arise from the employer’s failure to comply with the law in terms of employee welfare, or with the company’s own policies and contracts, resulting in infringement of employee rights. Invariably, these culminate in lawsuits against the employer.

For risks in the second category, no physical harm is suffered by the employee, but consequences against the employer can be as damaging, if not more so, than risks in the first category.

In this edition we focus on risks in the first category and we conclude the discussion in the next edition by looking at risks in the second category.

Historically, risk of bodily injury, illness or death of an employee was the first to confront employers – especially during the industrial revolution. During this period, rail construction was arguably the most

hazardous occupation in industrialising countries. Accident statistics in this occupation were staggering.

In Germany, where social insurance against industrial accidents was pioneered, the Prussian Railroad Law of 1838 (the first law in this regard) was enacted, which led to the German Liability Act of 1871, and, ultimately, to the comprehensive social insurance legislation of 1884.

In the United States (US) railroad accidents were equally bad, if not worse, to the extent that both President Benjamin Harrison and Franklin Roosevelt made reference to this issue in their presidential addresses of 1889 and 1908 – respectively.

In South Africa, the most notable milestone in dealing with industrial accidents was the decision, by the mining industry, to form the Rand Mutual Assurance Company in 1894 to address the problem.

Before 1900, employees injured at work had no other remedy except the common law. However, empirical evidence from both common law and civil code countries shows

that injured employees stood virtually no chance of successfully suing an employer for damages.

A vast majority of injured employees simply went uncompensated. The biggest stumbling blocks were the three “unholy trinity” defences available to an employer namely: contributory negligence, volenti non fit injuria (voluntary assumption of risk), and common employment (also known as the fellow employee defence).

These defences formed an impenetrable wall around employers, with the result that no claim succeeded against them. In England and continental Europe the plight of injured workers and their dependants became a topic for public debate.

The first response in England, and in a number of states in North America, was to reform the common law – especially the three defences – but the results were disappointing. During this time, Germany managed to come up with a solution, in 1884, in the form of compulsory social insurance – commonly referred to as workmen’s compensation.

In the first of a two-part series we discuss the risks that characterise the modern workplace and how these are managed from an employer’s perspective

workplace risks Insuring and managing

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legislative and public policy framework of these schemes.

In Belgium, Denmark, Portugal and Finland occupational injuries under workmen’s compensation schemes are insured with private insurers, but occupational diseases are covered under state funds.

In South Africa, most workers are covered under the Compensation Fund, which is government-owned. The mining and construction industries have their own mutual insurance arrangements. In addition, the mining industry has other state funds for workers who contract occupational diseases.

Another way to handle the risk of injury, illness or death to an employee – arising in the course of employment – is to use employer’s liability insurance purchased from private insurers on a voluntary, or compulsory, basis.

A major difference between statutory compensation and employer’s liability is that the latter requires some sort of proof of the blameworthiness of the employer before a payout can be made.

In essence, this is personal accident insurance taken out on employees for injuries, death or illness occurring in the course of employment. Soon thereafter, the rest of the world followed the German example starting in the early 1900s.

Today, the risk of bodily injury, death or illness of an employee – arising in the course of employment – can be managed in one of two ways, which are not necessarily exclusive. The first is the statutory compensation (workmen’s compensation) route, in terms of which injured employees get statutory benefits on a no-fault basis.

In a fairly large number of countries, injured employees cannot sue the employer for damages in return. Germany, Austria, the United States and, to some extent, South Africa are notable examples where this approach is used.

However, workmen’s compensation schemes are structured differently worldwide. For example, in the US, private insurers are generally used to insure workmen’s compensation risks, with the state’s role limited to designing the

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Legally Speaking is a regular column by Albert Mushai from the school of Economics and Business Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand. Mushai holds a master’s degree from the City University, London, and was the head of the insurance department at the National University of Science and Technology in Zimbabwe before joining the University of the Witwatersrand as a lecturer in insurance.

Statutory compensation and employer’s liability insurance are not necessarily exclusive; however, they can co-exist. This is the case in the United Kingdom (UK) where the state industrial injuries scheme, established in 1948, provides compensation to all injured workmen on a no-fault basis. Injured employees are also not prevented from suing their employers for damages if they can prove fault.

In turn, the employers found liable look to their employer’s liability insurers for indemnification. By virtue of the Employer’s Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act of 1969, every employer (with very few exceptions) conducting business in the UK must have employer’s liability insurance.

In South Africa, the co-existence of statutory compensation and employer’s liability is of more recent origin. Before the 2011 Constitutional Court decision in the case of Thembekile Mankayi versus Anglo

Gold Ashanti Ltd, it was widely believed that an employee could not sue an employer for damages and that all attempts to claim damages from an employer were unsuccessful.

Today the situation is mixed. Outside of the mining industry, no employee is allowed to sue an employer – all injured employees must claim statutory benefits from the Compensation Fund established in terms of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act of 1993 (COIDA).

No logical reason has been given for the differential treatment between mineworkers, in particular, and the rest of the South African working population. It is doubtful if such a reason can be found.

By design, the COIDA incorporates both workers’ compensation (Section 22) and employer’s liability (Section 56). Section 56 allows an injured employee to claim

increased, or additional, compensation if their injury was due to patent defects in premises, plant and machinery, or where the injury was due to the personal negligence of the employer and other senior personnel, whose designations are stated in the Act.

Consequently, to activate Section 56 there must be proof of fault. An examination of the annual reports of the Compensation Fund over the past five to ten years shows that very few Section 56 claims actually succeed. For most of this period only three to five claims succeed annually.

In the mining industry, occupational disease sufferers are treated differently. In the Mankayi case it was decided that mineworkers can claim statutory benefits and are also not precluded from suing their employers for damages. Whether or not they can claim both statutory compensation and common law damages is not yet clear. | SHEQ

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from humble beginnings to a massive work wear conglomerate, Dickies has an impressive history spanning the past 90 years. We talk to Grant meyer, general manager of Dickies, to get the lowdown on this company’s history, current developments and its future in the south african market

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When and how was the Dickies brand created? It’s the flagship brand of the family-owned Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company, which was established during 1922 in Texas, in the United States (US).

From its early years, Williamson-Dickie enjoyed steady growth, which was slowed only by the Great Depression. During the Second World War the company produced millions of uniforms for the nation’s armed forces – converting to civilian production after the war.

This brought about a strategy of geographical expansion and new production facilities, warehouses, and sales territories were established throughout the US. In the

late 1950s, Williamson-Dickie became an international company by expanding into the European and Middle Eastern markets.

Dickies is currently sold throughout the US, and worldwide in countries such as Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Brazil, Australia, Russia, Chile, South Korea, Japan, Iceland, Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Croatia, Poland and Mexico.

When did this brand enter the South African market? The Dickies fashion brand entered the South African market 30 years ago. Dickies work wear entered the local market in 2013 and has already established itself as a durable, hard-wearing brand.

Which of your products are the most popular in the South African workplace?

Our most popular product is the Dickies Eisenhower multi-pocket trouser complete with knee pads, which provides protection and support across various surfaces, paired with the Eisenhower jacket. Our legendary 847 set of trousers and shirt is the cornerstone of the brand.

Who distributes the products? Dickies is a licensed division of Skye Distribution, based in Johannesburg. It has showrooms in the other major cities throughout South Africa.

What sets the Dickies brand apart from other work wear? Dickies offers the consumer a one-stop

catalogue, globally diverse products, top quality and a vast range of apparel and footwear.

Why should someone choose your products? The brand’s reputation speaks for itself, as it has successfully serviced oil rigs and refineries, construction sites and the agricultural sector for decades.

What are the challenges that the work wear industry is facing at the moment? The work wear market’s biggest challenge is the prevalence of sub-standard products in the industry. Consumers are purchasing cheaper products without understanding the impact, or the importance of purchasing the correct product for their industry.

How are you overcoming these challenges? We’re educating our customers and distributors on the importance of using a good-quality product. We are also promoting the key intrinsic qualities that our products offer, and how to match these to each sector.

Are there any trends within the industry that you are excited about?The main trend is that the work wear industry is moving towards offering products that customers can wear on and off the job. Customers want to easily transition between work and play, without having to change their clothes.

How is Dickies pursuing this? Dickies has been able to bridge the gap and successfully service the “on the job - off the job” market. We’ve developed various products – including our oxford shirts and denim range – that are suitable for all employees at any level.

What does the future hold for the work wear industry and for Dickies in particular? Consumers are becoming more aware of the need to purchase good quality products, and are willing to invest more to ensure durability. This is where Dickies, with its exceptional quality, has the opportunity to leverage its products within the Southern African market. | SHEQ

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K irsten* was 24 years old when she landed the job of her dreams. It came with a directorship, a hefty salary

and even a brand-new red BMW. It almost sounded too good to be true.

Sadly it was. The princely package also came with a sleazy boss called Doug*. Initially he was just nice, then he started visiting her at home. Eventually, on business trips, he insisted that she share a hotel room with him. Ultimately he demanded sex.

Kirsten worked for Doug for five weeks. Those were the five worst weeks of her life. She never gave into his demands for sex, and so he fired her. The case went to court. Of course she won, but her legal victory did not ease the pain that he had caused her.

Tania* has also been subject to sexual harassment in the workplace.

As a telecommunications technician in Durban, she works in a male-dominated environment.

“My executive manager came to the office and asked for my number and I gave it to him. I did not ask him why he wanted it, as he is a senior person and respected by

all in the company because of his position. He then started touching my breasts and private parts.

“I started feeling very uncomfortable and stopped him. I then walked out of the office and told him that I was going to report this to my supervisor. I felt violated and scared. Even though I said I was going to report this, I felt I could not because I thought I could easily lose my job if I did,” she recalls.

These tales – while sad – are not unusual. According to the United Nations, between 40 and 50 percent of women in European Union (EU) countries experience unwanted sexual advances, physical contact or other forms of sexual harassment at their workplace.

In Asia and the Pacific region, studies indicate that 30 to 40 percent of women workers report some form of verbal, physical or sexual harassment. In Australia, according to the country’s Human Rights Commission, 25 percent of women have been sexually harassed in the workplace.

According to Renate van Oosten, a recent graduate from University College London, statistics pertaining to sexual harassment

vary enormously, as it is still one of the most underreported crimes.

“It is thought that anywhere between 30 to 50 percent of women are victims of sexual harassment in the EU, as well as one in two in the United Kingdom, one in four in workplaces in the United States (US) and 34 to 78 percent in the US military,” she reports, in a paper entitled: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace.

Given the violent nature of life in South Africa, it comes as no surprise to learn that sexual harassment in this country is alive and well. In fact, in a recent Gender Links study in this country, 77 percent of female respondents reported that they had experienced sexual harassment at some time during their working lives.

Of course, this phenomenon is not limited to women. “Sexual harassment and other forms of harassment and abuse – physical, verbal or psychological – bullying, mobbing, work-related stress and violence affect all professions and sectors and both women and men,” says Jane Hodges, director of the Bureau for Gender Equality, at the International Labour Organisation.

What do Rolf Harris, bill cosby and bob Hewitt have in common? They have all been accused of sexual harassment. Alas, this peril is not limited to the celebrity world. It’s alive and well in the workplace too. cHARLeeN cLARKe delves deeper …

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As in Tania’s case, a major problem is that many women do not report harassment for fear of losing their jobs. The cost for workers, says Hodges, is heightened stress, loss of motivation and increased risk of accidents at work. “Workplace violence and harassment present a significant barrier to women accessing and progressing through the labour market. It erodes decent working conditions,” she notes.

According to Lisa Vetten, an independent gender policy expert, it is apparent that South Africa has developed a notorious reputation for sexual crimes. “It is certainly true that many cases are kept secret, but the reasons are complicated. Sexual harassment in the workplace is often trivialised.

“There is a lot of confusion around ‘resisting sexual harassment’ and ‘lacking a sense of humour’, for example. Women also sometimes feel they will be accused of making something out of nothing, and so they keep quiet. In our experience, situations like these occur more often than you would expect,” she comments.

The consequences of disregarding sexual harassment can be dire, because it can lead to absenteeism, increased turnover and lower job performance and productivity. According to B&A, a local training and consulting company, if an employer fails to address a sexual

harassment complaint, the consequences may be serious. In Grobler versus Naspers Bpk [2004], a manager was found guilty of sexually harassing an employee.

The court found the employer to be vicariously liable for the conduct of the manager, because it had failed to take appropriate action to prevent the harassment. According to B&A, the employer was liable for the resultant damages of just short of R1 million.

So what should an employee do if subjected to sexual harassment?

The first step would be for the employee to speak to the person who is harassing him or her. Tell them to stop. A civil and factual letter, detailing the harassment and calling on it to stop, is another option. This is not a bad idea, given that the facts will then be on record.

Speaking of records, it is vitally important to keep accurate notes pertaining to the harassment – including dates, venues and exact times. Assuming that the harassment does not stop, an employee should approach his or her manager for assistance.

According to B&A, the Labour Relations Act (LRA) also provides employees with valuable assistance. “The LRA addresses the problem in the Code of Good Practice. An employee has the right to respect and dignity in the workplace. If these rights are undermined because of sexual harassment, an employee can lay a complaint with the human resources department against the harasser.

“Situations like these can be dealt with formally or informally. Informal action usually includes the targeted employee taking the situation into his or her own hands and addressing the harasser personally. In other cases, a formal grievance enquiry can be held,” a spokesman for B&A explains.

If the victim of sexual harassment is not satisfied with an outcome after a formal grievance was held, he or she can refer the case to the Commission for Conciliation Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), in accordance with the provisions of section 135 of the Act.

Should the dispute remain unresolved, either party may refer the dispute to the Labour Court, within 30 days of receipt of the certificate issued by the commissioner in terms of section 135(5).

In cases of persistent harassment or a single incident of serious misconduct, employers ought to follow the procedures set out in the Code of Practice contained

in Schedule 8 of this Act. If a harasser is substantially found guilty of the allegations after a disciplinary enquiry was held, the harasser can be summary dismissed.

A victim of sexual harassment can also press criminal and/or civil charges against the harasser.

Companies also have certain duties and obligations when it comes to sexual harassment. According to Dale Horne, director of Whistle Blowers, businesses need to have social and ethics policies and committees in place (in terms of the Companies Act of 2008). For some of the biggest corporates, ethics are integral to their brand identities and specific policies directly address the issue of sexual harassment.

“It is evident that companies are now being more proactive in this arena. Some of this has to do with the fact that company owners and managers are more educated about the provisions and risks.

“A whistle blowing call centre – which listed companies are mandated to put in place to deal with fraud – is an effective means of dealing with other irregularities too. It is actually an inexpensive service that provides much-needed eyes and ears in an organisation,” he says.

Horne says that, because handling complaints as empathetically as possible and protecting the identity of those who report problems via the call centre are priorities, this is an ideal way to deal with many of the sensitivities surrounding sexual harassment.

A case in point was a recent report that reached the Whistle Blowers call centre from a supplier to a large company. “She didn’t know who to turn to. She couldn’t tell her husband as she feared that he would get very angry. She was also concerned that the person she accused would know it was her and she would then lose any future work from that company.

“Having someone to confide in gave her a sense of release. Ultimately, we found that this was this guy’s modus operandi and that he had done something similar to others,” Horne tells SHEQ MANAGEMENT.

An even more sensitive case, which was successfully handled by Whistle Blowers, brought some respite for a young man, who was harassed and forced into a sexual relationship by a female superior and eventually cracked under the strain.

So there you have it. There are many options open to victims and employers alike – and doing nothing is not one of them.* Names changed | SHEQ

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to healthcare.” These standards are

revised from time to time …

First is ISO 9001, Quality Management

Systems. “The ISO 9000 family addresses

various aspects of quality management

and contains some of the best-known

standards,” the Organisation points out.

It notes that ISO 14001, Environmental

Management Systems, is currently

under review. “The ISO 14000 family of

standards provides practical tools for

companies and organisations that are

looking to manage their environmental

responsibilities.”

Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance

Limited (LRQA) Southern Africa is

a leading provider of independent

assessment services including:

certification, validation, verification and

training – across a broad spectrum

of standards and schemes. It points

out that the Final Draft International

Standard (FDIS) for ISO 14001:2015 and

ISO 9001:2015 were both expected to be

issued in July.

“When they are published later in

the year, it will signify the first time

that specific activities undertaken by

organisations will start counting towards

their transition to the final standards,”

says Steve Williams, LRQA’s system and

governance manager.

Williams and other LRQA technical

experts have confirmed the approach

that they believe organisations should

take to ready themselves for a transition

to the new standards.

“The common management system

framework (introduced by Annex SL)

means that both ISO 9001:2015 and ISO

14001:2015 will contain a number of

changes throughout; including terms and

definitions being standardised. Based on

this, and in line with all new and revised

Poor quality could be detrimental to a business … luckily there are some international quality standards to regulate almost everything. We feature two that are being revised – ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 9001:2015

The early birdcatches on swiftly

T hese standards are

developed by the

International Organisation

for Standardisation (ISO),

an independent, non-governmental

membership organisation, which is the

world’s largest developer of voluntary

international standards.

“We are made up of our 163 member

countries, which are the bodies for

national standards around the world.

A central secretariat is based in

Geneva, Switzerland,” the ISO’s website

relates.

“International standards make

things work. They give world-class

specifications for products, services

and systems, to ensure quality, safety

and efficiency. ISO has published more

than 19 500 international standards

covering almost every industry; from

technology, food safety and agriculture

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ISO Standards, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

will be structured into ten standard

clauses,” explains Williams.

“By purchasing the FDIS versions

of the standards, organisations will

help those responsible for managing

the transition process to have a full

understanding of the new and changing

requirements in each standard. It will

also enable them to think about the

necessary steps they have to take to

facilitate a smooth transition.

“Organisations should ensure that

they understand the specific areas

that contain new, explicit requirements

(which include organisational context,

knowledge and risk-based thinking)

as well as the areas of the standard

that have been revised or contain

more specific information (such as the

importance of senior management

engagement in both ISO 9001:2015 and

ISO 14001:2015).

“ISO 9001:2015 is also expected

to contain more focus on process

and change management, while it is

anticipated that ISO 14001:2015 will

have an emphasis on policy and the need

for processes,” explains Williams.

For any organisation, the degree of

change required depends on a range of

factors, with the majority of these being

unique to the context of the organisation

and its own management systems.

With all the major ISO standards being

revised, LRQA aims to communicate

the changes. “We offer a range of

assessment services as well public and

in-house training courses – all aimed

at helping to ensure that organisations

worldwide have a smooth transition to

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L oyalty payments are holding

steady ground when it comes to

chosen methods of purchasing

items over the internet. This is

according to a research study by payment

provider PayU. The study reveals that

South African consumers have put loyalty

payments in the top three methods of

online payment.

“While card payments are still the

leader in terms of online transactions, we

have seen a steady growth in alternative

payments such as loyalty and EFT over the

past year,” says Mustapha Zaouini, CEO

of PayU.

This is wonderful, as it means more

economic activity for our country, but there

are some security risks … The Vodacom

Cyber Intelligence Centre points out

that the number of distributed denial-

of-service (DDoS) attacks across Africa

increased by 150 percent, from October

2013 to April 2015.

These attacks occur where multiple

compromised systems, usually infected

with a Trojan horse (a type of malware

designed to provide unauthorised, remote

access to a user’s computer) are used to

target a single system, causing downtime

to assets like websites.

Speaking at the 2015 Security Summit,

in Johannesburg, Vernon Fryer, chief

technology security officer at Vodacom,

stated that a typical attack (on South

African assets) averages nine Gigabits per

second and lasts 17 minutes.

A large attack may last a couple of

hours. “These attacks are not specific to

any sector or organisation. Cybercriminals

are adaptable and tend to follow the

money,” he notes.

The “hacker rabbit hole” is also far

deeper than you might think … Jason Louw,

forensic cybercrime-fighter, points out that

nearly all (99 percent to be exact) global

phishing attacks originate from organised

crime. “The problem is that we’ve seen

very few prosecutions in South African

cybercrime.”

All hope is not lost, however, as South

Africa is one of 28 countries, worldwide,

that currently have cyber security policies

in place – although the South African policy

is heavily criticised.

Professor Basie von Solms, director

of the Centre for Cyber Security at the

University of Johannesburg, says a single

point of contact is needed for cyber

security in the South African government.

“The African Union Convention shows

that South Africa is far behind as far as

cyber security is concerned. Government

and the private sector must work together

to cyber secure our country,” he adds.

There are those who believe we can

win ... Keren Elazari is a hacktavist-turned-

security-expert, a Gigaom Research

analyst, as well as a recent speaker at

TED Talk. Elazari says the answer lies in

decentralising the current systems.

She explains: “When it comes to the

global financial ecosystem, we are at a

massive shifting point; moving from

traditional 20th century finance that is

centralised, to a new financial world with

micro payments, digital payments, digital

wallets, crypto currencies and other forms

of payments.”

Elazari is convinced that as this change

occurs it will empower small companies

and individuals to have a bigger say in their

own cyber security.

Things aren’t only looking good in

the digital domain … enter the Danguard

VideoTorch – a security, outdoor/water

sports and industrial inspection camera/

torch combination.

While it is wonderful that digital development in South Africa is booming, this growth does bring additional risks. Luckily, there are security measures to deal with them …

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HI-TECH HARDWARE

“Let’s face it, the smartphone has become

the ultimate gadget and, for most of us,

it is the field camera of choice,” explains

Deon Barnard, director of Danguard – a

brand of Danbar Solutions.

“This could, however, also be its very

weakness. The fact that it’s so much more

than just a telephone or camera makes it

far more valuable than the mere hardware

replacement cost (for some it’s their very

lifeline),” he adds.

Consider the Danguard LED

VideoTorch. “Like a smartphone, it also

has a built in high-definition video and

photo camera, but also features a wrist

tether-cord, so it could be taken into

risky places where no self respecting

smartphone would dare to venture,”

Barnard points out.

Its rugged construction; including

aircraft-grade aluminium body, tough

thermoplastic lenses and double O-ring

seals, make the VideoTorch a great

rechargeable inspection torch, but with

that little bit extra inside.

“Embedded in the waterproof device is

an autofocus and auto-exposure camera

that can record hours of video and tens

of thousands of photos onto the internal

MicroSD card – day or night,” says Barnard.

“These can be retrieved onto a PC or laptop

via the supplied USB cable, or directly

to your beloved smartphone (ready for

Tweeting) by extracting the standard

MicroSD card.”

The company reports a lot of interest

from the security sector (including malls

and public transport), but other roles such

as industrial maintenance, fault logging

and job sign-off are emerging, due to

the fact that every photo and video is

watermarked with the date and time.

“This feature even rolls into simple

time and attendance applications, since

the captured images can show that the

VideoTorch was at a specific location, at a

specific time,” notes Barnard. “This may be

essential for those who need photographic

evidence to prove their response times and

service levels to their clients.”

He adds that staff training and compiling

“how-to” and “how-not-to” examples are

simple to gather as the device is small,

unobtrusive and cost-effective enough to

run in the field every day.

“With the excellent shelf life of the

single 18650 standard LiION cell, the

device is ideal for long-term storage in

cars, caravans, boats, aeroplanes and even

fallout shelters,” says Barnard.

“What’s more, the VideoTorch can

be fully operated with only one hand,

while hanging off high rigging or

holding your beer – try that with your

smartphone.” | SHEQ

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I n his article, Tinus Boshoff focuses on baseline, issue-based and continuous risk assessments. He examines each one in turn.

BASELINE RISK ASSESSMENTSThe purpose of conducting a baseline assessment is to establish a risk profile, or a set of risk profiles. It is used to prioritise action programmes for issue-based risk assessments.

It should be performed to obtain a benchmark of the types and size of potential hazards, which could have a significant impact on the whole organisation. It needs to identify the major and significant risks, prioritise them and evaluate the effectiveness of current systems used for risk control.

It must be emphasised that the baseline is an initial risk assessment that focuses on a broad overview, in order to determine the risk profile to be used in subsequent risk assessments. A baseline risk assessment focuses on the identification of risk that applies to the whole organisation or project.

This type of assessment could be performed on a site, in a region, or even on a national basis and could look at any facet of the organisation’s operations or procedures. It needs to be comprehensive and may even lead to other and more in-depth studies.

ISSUE-BASED RISK ASSESSMENTSThe purpose of conducting an issue-based assessment is to conduct a detailed study that will result in the development of action plans for the treatment of significant risk.

This type of assessment is normally focused on operational activities, processes and systems-based business functions. It concentrates on the identification of the risks within a certain task, process or activity and is usually associated with the management of change.

Risk profiles from the baseline assessment form the foundation for establishing issue-based risk assessment programmes.

CONTINUOUS RISK ASSESSMENTS A continuous risk assessment should

be conducted on an ongoing basis in the work environment. It is a powerful and important form of assessment and should take place as an integral part of day-to-day management.

In these risk assessments, the emphasis is on everyday hazard awareness and immediate risk treatment.

In developing hazard awareness, memory joggers such as checklists – for inspection, pre-use and critical parts and paths – can be produced from management controls that are a product of issue-based risk assessments. Planned task observations could also be conducted on an ongoing basis.

A continuous risk assessment is performed at an operational level, where the system, process and activities are monitored by the operational floor management and first-line supervisors. It must not be too sophisticated and should be conducted mainly by first-line supervisors.

Formal training in this regard is essential. The main emphasis is on “hazard awareness through hazard identification”. | SHEQ

According to an article on the website of the South African Labour Guide, in terms of health and safety there are basically three types of risk assessments companies can undertake

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10 ROLL CALL

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Clean Up Time

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SUBSTATION

UNAUTHORISED

ENTRANCE

PROHIBITED

3. WATER MUST NEVER BE USED

4. SHOULD ONE EXTINGUISHER NOT QUENCH THE

COMPLETELY, OTHERS MUST BE TAKEN FROM THE OTHER

SUB-STATIONS, GENERATORS OR TRANSFORMERS

5. THE POWER MUST NOT BE PUT ON UNTIL AUTHORITY TO DO

SO HAS BEEN GIVEN BY THE ENGINEER OR FOREMAN

ELECTRICIAN

FIRE

WARNING

ALL UNAUTHORISED

PERSONS ARE PROHIBITED

FROM HANDLING OR

INTERFERING WITH

ELECTRICAL APPARATUS

Universal BasicLife Support Algorithm

If victim appears to be in need, adopt a SAFE approach:S = Shout for assistance

A = Approach with care

F = Free from dangers

E = Evaluate the victim

Hazards?

Unresponsive

Responsive

If unresponsive:

- Shout loudly for help if alone

- Ask a bystander to wait for you to

assess the victim

If neck injury is suspected:

- Avoid head tilt

- Do chin lift or jaw thrust

Breathing

present

Send or go for Help if not Breathing

Circulation

present

If difficulty with breathing:

- Remove obvious obstructions from

mouth

- Ensure adequate head tilt-chin lift

- Make up to five attempts if necessary

No circulation

* If you are on your own:

- Perform one minute of CPR before

going for help if victim is an infant

or child, or if the likely cause is drown-

ing or trauma

- Go for help before starting breathing for

all non-trauma adults who have not

drowned

- Continue CPR until signs of life or

qualified help arrives

Shoulders directly

above sternum

A

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If safe to do so:

- Keep victim in position found

- Treat illnesses injuries as necessary

- Get help if needed

- Reassess continuously until help arrives

If breathing (more than an occasional

gasp):

- Place in recovery position

- Check for continued breathing

- Send or go for help

- Reassess continuously until help arrives

If signs of circulation present:

- Continue rescue breathing

- Assess circulation every minute

- Place in recovery position if breathing

returns

- Reassess continuously until help arrives

Help!Call for Assistance

Open AirwayHead tilt - chin lift

BreatheAdminister 2 effective breaths

Compress Chest

Children:

5 compressions

followed by

1 effective breath

Adult:

15 compressions

followed by

2 effective breaths

100/minute (almost 2 compressions/second)

Assess CirculationCheck for movement/pulse

for up to 10 seconds

Assess BreathingLook, listen and feel for

up to 10 seconds

Hello?Check responsiveness by tapping

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1. IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY THE ENGINEER, FOREMAN

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2. THE RESPONSIBLE PERSON (ENGINEER, FOREMAN ELECTRICIAN

OR SHIFT ELECTRICIAN) MUST SATISFY HIM OR HERSELF

THAT THE POWER HAS BEEN CUT OFF AND THEN IMMEDIATELY

PUT INTO USE THE CO2 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

ELECTRICIAN

(NO. 1 ONLY STAFF)

APPLIES TO OPERATING

SANS 1186-1 of 2008 - SAFETY SYMBOLIC SIGNS

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EYE PROTECTION

SHALL BE WORN

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FOOT AND LEG

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AGAINST LIQUIDS

SHALL BE WORN

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AGAINST CRUSHING

SHALL BE WORN

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SMOKING

PROHIBITED

FIRE AND OPEN

FLAMES

PROHIBITED

THOROUGHFARE

FOR PEDESTRIANS

PROHIBITED

CARRYING OF

LONG MATERIAL

PROHIBITED

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PROCEEDINGBEYOND THIS

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WARNINGOF FIREHAZARD

BEWARE OFPOISONOUS

SUBSTANCES

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BEWARE OFIONIZING

RADIATION

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LOCATION OF

FIRE-FIGHTING

EQUIPMENT

FIRE

EXTINGUISHER

FIRE ALARM

FB5

SPRINKLER

STOP VALVE

FB6

BEWARE OFEXPLOSION

HAZARD

BEWARE OFCORROSIVE

HAZARD

WARNING OFSUSPENDED

LOADS HAZARD

WW8

GENERALWARNING OF

ELECTRIC SHOCKHAZARD

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY USE

THE STAIRS AND NOT THE LIFT

GEBRUIK IN NOODGEVALLE DIE

TRAPPE EN NIE DIE HYSERS NIE

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY USE

THE STAIRS AND NOT THE LIFT

GEBRUIK IN NOODGEVALLE DIE

TRAPPE EN NIE DIE HYSERS NIEER(011)8151660ER(011)8151660

IN CASE OFEMERGENCY

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FOLLOW

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Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080P17-9

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PROCEDURES

SECTION AUDIT

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SAFETY NOTICES

MONTHLY

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6 SWITCH OFF 5 COLLECTIMPORTANT ITEMS

6 SWITCH ON

9 GATHER ATSAFE AREA

7 CLOSE

EXIT8 VACATE BUILDING 7 OPEN

EXIT8 VACATE BUILDING

3 CLOSE 4 SWITCH OFF 3 OPEN 4 SWITCH OFF

10 ROLL CALL

WHO: ASSEMBLY POINT:

Save / Safe Electricity Posters

Security Posters

Safety Posters

Environmental Posters

Health & hygene Posters

Needle Prick Posters

HIV & AIDS Posters

Quality Posters

Relationship Posters

P17-9 Copy Right

Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080P2-8

Copy Right

Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080

Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080

W8 Copy Right

Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080P1-2

Copy Right

Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080

Clean Up Time

Is All The Time!

Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080

Signs & SafetyTEL: 011 811 8080

SA2 Copy Right

SUBSTATION

UNAUTHORISED

ENTRANCE

PROHIBITED

3. WATER MUST NEVER BE USED

4. SHOULD ONE EXTINGUISHER NOT QUENCH THE

COMPLETELY, OTHERS MUST BE TAKEN FROM THE OTHER

SUB-STATIONS, GENERATORS OR TRANSFORMERS

5. THE POWER MUST NOT BE PUT ON UNTIL AUTHORITY TO DO

SO HAS BEEN GIVEN BY THE ENGINEER OR FOREMAN

ELECTRICIAN

FIRE

WARNING

ALL UNAUTHORISED

PERSONS ARE PROHIBITED

FROM HANDLING OR

INTERFERING WITH

ELECTRICAL APPARATUS

Universal BasicLife Support Algorithm

If victim appears to be in need, adopt a SAFE approach:S = Shout for assistance

A = Approach with care

F = Free from dangers

E = Evaluate the victim

Hazards?

Unresponsive

Responsive

If unresponsive:

- Shout loudly for help if alone

- Ask a bystander to wait for you to

assess the victim

If neck injury is suspected:

- Avoid head tilt

- Do chin lift or jaw thrust

Breathing

present

Send or go for Help if not Breathing

Circulation

present

If difficulty with breathing:

- Remove obvious obstructions from

mouth

- Ensure adequate head tilt-chin lift

- Make up to five attempts if necessary

No circulation

* If you are on your own:

- Perform one minute of CPR before

going for help if victim is an infant

or child, or if the likely cause is drown-

ing or trauma

- Go for help before starting breathing for

all non-trauma adults who have not

drowned

- Continue CPR until signs of life or

qualified help arrives

Shoulders directly

above sternum

A

B

C

If safe to do so:

- Keep victim in position found

- Treat illnesses injuries as necessary

- Get help if needed

- Reassess continuously until help arrives

If breathing (more than an occasional

gasp):

- Place in recovery position

- Check for continued breathing

- Send or go for help

- Reassess continuously until help arrives

If signs of circulation present:

- Continue rescue breathing

- Assess circulation every minute

- Place in recovery position if breathing

returns

- Reassess continuously until help arrives

Help!Call for Assistance

Open AirwayHead tilt - chin lift

BreatheAdminister 2 effective breaths

Compress Chest

Children:

5 compressions

followed by

1 effective breath

Adult:

15 compressions

followed by

2 effective breaths

100/minute (almost 2 compressions/second)

Assess CirculationCheck for movement/pulse

for up to 10 seconds

Assess BreathingLook, listen and feel for

up to 10 seconds

Hello?Check responsiveness by tapping

and talking to victim

ER 011 811 8080

Procedure In Case Of Electrical Fire

1. IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY THE ENGINEER, FOREMAN

OR SHIFT ELECTRICIAN

2. THE RESPONSIBLE PERSON (ENGINEER, FOREMAN ELECTRICIAN

OR SHIFT ELECTRICIAN) MUST SATISFY HIM OR HERSELF

THAT THE POWER HAS BEEN CUT OFF AND THEN IMMEDIATELY

PUT INTO USE THE CO2 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

ELECTRICIAN

(NO. 1 ONLY STAFF)

APPLIES TO OPERATING

SANS 1186-1 of 2008 - SAFETY SYMBOLIC SIGNS

DANGER

NO UNAUTHORISED ENTRYAKUNGENWA LAPHA

GET SERIOUS ABOUT HEALTH & SAFETY

ALL VISITORS TO REPORT TO

SITE MANAGER

CONSTRUCTION SITE

CAUTION HEAVY MACHINERY OPERATING

HEAD OFFICE TEL No.

REPS ARE& SAFETY YOUR HEALTH

1234

FIRST AIDERS AREYOUR

1234

CO-ORDINATORS AREYOUR FIRE

1234

LEADERS AREYOUR EVACUATION

1234

ENVIRONMENTAL

12

ER (011)811 8080

CONSTRUCTION AREAWATCH OUT FOR

MOVINGMACHINERY

WARNING! !

STOP

EMERGENCY ASSEMBLY POINT

NOOD VERSAMELPUNTER (011)811 8080

DANGER

GEVAAR

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YOUR FIRST AID KIT MUST HAVE

A MOP UP SPILLAGE KIT YOUR FIRST AID KIT MUST HAVE

A MOP UP SPILLAGE KIT

Catalogue

with over

10000 Signs

, Posters &

Safety Acce

ssories

Catalogue

with over

10000 Signs

, Posters &

Safety Acce

ssories

Please email all your contact details to ms@ersigns.co.za / 086-617-3114 To Receive Your Free A1 Size Wall Training Chart On The SANS 1186 1/5

Hard Hats with

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(Optional Reflective)

ER (011) 811 8080

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A lthough there are no statistics available in South Africa specifically on slip and fall accidents, the country’s

incidences must bear some relation to the reported information regarding such accidents from the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK).

The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that slipping and falling account for 15 percent of all accidental deaths; second only to motor vehicle accidents. The costs of injuries due to slipping exceed US$100 billion (nearly R1 230 billion) each year.

A National US Health Survey indicates that one in 15 people incurs a home injury requiring medical attention every year, with slip and fall injuries forming the bulk of these. Around 28 000 people are killed every year by unintentional home injuries, and, of these, about 11 000 are related to slips and falls.

The US National Safety Council reports that 170 000 people are injured in bathtubs and showers. It adds that over 800 000

injuries occur on floor surfaces for various reasons each year.

In the UK, the single most common cause of non-fatal injuries to employees is slipping or falling, and the European Foundation ranks these as the second-highest common cause of injuries in eight European countries.

However, workplace injuries in South Africa constitute a high proportion of risk. Those in clerical and administrative occupations suffer 14,41 percent of all reported occupational health and safety accidents involving compensation claims. Loss incidents involving office equipment make up 3,79 percent of all accidents.

Claims with the South African Compensation Commissioner reveal a saga of constant losses in human life, quality of life and suffering related to loss of skills and productivity, making the prevention of slip and fall components imperative. Total claims in recent years have averaged around 200 000 to 220 000 per annum.

WHAT CAUSES SLIPS AND TRIPS?Slips happen where there is too little friction or traction between the footwear and the walking surface.

Common causes of slips are wet or oily surfaces; occasional spills; weather hazards; loose, un-anchored rugs or mats; flooring, or other walking surfaces that do not have the same degree of traction in all areas.

Trips happen when your foot collides with an object causing you to lose your balance and eventually fall.

Some common causes of tripping are an obstructed view; poor lighting; clutter in your way; wrinkled carpeting; uncovered cables; bottom drawers not being closed; or uneven walking surfaces – such as steps or thresholds.

Both slips and trips result from some kind of unintended, or unexpected, change in the contact between the feet, ground or walking surface. This shows that good housekeeping, the quality of the flooring, selection of proper footwear, type of stair treads and an appropriate

businesses should ensure safety measures are put in place to avoid costly slips and falls in the workplace. GReG bOSWARVA, owner of Supersafe Systems – a market leader in anti-slip products – explains how this can be achieved

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pace of walking are critical for preventing fall accidents.

Good housekeeping is the first and most important level for preventing falls due to slips and trips. It includes cleaning all spills immediately; marking spills and wet areas; mopping or sweeping debris from floors; removing obstacles from walkways; and always keeping walkways free of clutter.

It also requires securing (through tacking or taping) mats, rugs and carpets that do not lie flat; always closing filing cabinet or storage drawers; covering cables that cross walkways; keeping work areas and walkways well lit; and replacing used light bulbs and faulty switches.

Without good housekeeping practices, any other preventive measures, such as installation of sophisticated flooring, speciality footwear or training on techniques of walking and safe falling, will never be fully effective.

If you cannot remove the hazard then ensure that you control it. Recoating or replacing floors, installing stair treads with durable non-slip capabilities, and installing mats, pressure-sensitive abrasive strips or adhesive-filled paint on coating, metal or synthetic decking can further improve safety and reduce the risk of falling.

However, it is critical to remember that hi-tech flooring and treads still require good housekeeping. In addition, resilient, non-slippery flooring and stair treads (such as rubber and encapsulated grits and some vinyl flooring) prevent or reduce foot fatigue and contribute to slip prevention measures.

WHO IS RESPONSIBLE?Slip and fall accidents are almost all directly connected to the floor – either you slip on it, or you fall on it. So, who is responsible for an injury resulting from a slip and fall accident?

As we have seen, many thousands of people are injured each year – some very seriously – when they slip or trip and fall on a “dangerous floor”, a flight of stairs, or a rough patch of ground.

Sometimes property owners are responsible for the accident, and sometimes they (or the company) are not.

While there is no precise way to determine when someone else is legally responsible for something on which you slip and trip, cases turn on whether the property owner acted carefully so that the slipping or tripping was not likely to happen – and whether the victim was careless in not seeing or avoiding the accident.

In conclusion, being mindful of the risk of slips and falls, and using the right preventative materials can avoid a property owner a potential law suit or workplace

injury. | SHEQ

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The importance of the positions required by law – such as safety, health and environment representatives and first aiders – should not be overlooked. These people can be a strategic link between employees and management, and are a vital part of promoting safety culture within your organisation.

Often safety training is regarded as a box to tick when, in fact, it is key to your success. Every action, every day, carries risk. For your company to be the most profitable it can be, all risks need to be covered and all hazards exposed.

A minor hand injury costs your business money, from the second the incident occurs right up until the injured person is fully recovered. To demonstrate the connection, think of each second representing R1 000. Within four to eight

seconds of the incident occurring, the cost of the training (that would have prevented the incident) is paid for. Realistically, in a medium-scale construction development each second equates to approximately R4 992.

Retraining every two years is required and recommended. Changes in legislation, production and staff can lead to skills gaps within your business and unnecessary risks being taken. Training is a long-term investment to avoid short-term disaster.

Good quality training is rare. The training that you provide for your staff will impact the business as well as the society in which your staff live. If you or your family need first aid, you would hope that the relevant business owners have invested in

proper training. | SHEQ

Very often training that is required by law is regarded as a grudge purchase and the focus is on the minimum requirement. FTS Safety highlights the maximum potential benefit of proper training

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T o the person who had cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) performed on him or her while waiting for the

ambulance, the maximum potential benefit of proper CPR training is obvious. Could you refuse someone a day’s training when the price of not training could be someone else’s life?

If you own an office building and you find out after a fire that your fire marshal’s certificate has lapsed and that your insurer may refuse your claim, the value of a few hours of training becomes very clear.

Studies show that the correlation between safety and productivity is paramount to profitability. Risk needs to be mitigated at every point in the business process and training is a key component of this.

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Classification and Labelling of Chemicals) within 180 days of it being generated. Following this, waste generators must reclassify the waste every five years, or within 30 days of a change in process, raw materials or any other relevant factors.

DOCUMENTATION AND TRANSPORT OF HAzARdouS wASTE – CRAdlE-To-GRAvEWhen arranging for waste to be transported to a registered and licensed waste management facility, generators of hazardous waste must have documentation for each load.

Lochan explains: “This documentation is designed to control and track hazardous waste – in this case used motor oil – from the time it leaves the place where it was produced, until it reaches the waste management facility where it will be treated.” Certain information needs to be supplied by the waste generator in the waste manifest documentation:• A unique consignment identification

number in the form of a bar code; • The generator’s contact details including:

the contact person, physical and postal address, phone, fax number and e-mail

address, as well as an emergency contact number;

• The physical address of the site where the waste was generated;

• The origin/source of the waste; • Waste risk profile, if relevant; • The quantity, chemical composition

and description of the waste (waste classification and waste category);

• The physical nature/consistency of the waste (liquid, solid, sludge; pumpable or non-pumpable);

• Packaging (bulk, small containers, tank); • Transport type (tanker, truck, container); • Special handling instructions; • The date of collection/dispatch; • The intended receiver (waste manager); • A declaration that the content of the

consignment is fully and accurately described, classified, packed, marked and labelled, and is in all respects in proper condition for transportation in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.

PENALTIES AND FINESAlthough all generators of hazardous waste now have to comply with the stringent

The mining industry is notorious for its harsh operating conditions as vehicles and machinery are put through their paces – which leads to massive amounts of used oil and lubricants. The ROSe Foundation sheds some light on how these can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner

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T he safe disposal of hazardous waste has become a critical issue for business in South Africa, with specific measures

of accountability clearly being laid down in the Waste Act 59 of 2008 and the National Waste Information Regulations of 2012.

Raj Lochan, CEO of the Recycling Oil Saves the Environment (ROSE) Foundation, explains: “The purpose of this legislation is to control the collection of information on waste and waste management in South Africa, in order to fulfil the objectives of the National Waste Information System (SAWIS).”

Generators of waste must comply with the following key areas:

REGISTERING ON THE SAWISCompanies that produce more than 20 kg of hazardous waste per day are required to register on the SAWIS.

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requirements in the regulations, many businesses are not doing so – whether out of ignorance or a belief that they won’t be taken to task.

When it comes to penalties and fines, any person convicted of an offence is liable for a fine not exceeding R10 million, or imprisonment for a period not exceeding ten years, depending on which section of the Act has been contravened.

Sometimes, both a fine and imprisonment would apply, in addition to any penalty or award that may be imposed in terms of the National Environmental Management Act.

Lochan concludes: “It is essential to educate industry about these issues of compliance, as they run the risk of paying penalties and facing legal action. Many businesses are blissfully unaware of what is required of them.” | SHEQ

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“The breathalyser is a fully

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A ccording to Bottomley, Sitwell Technologies delivers quality mobility solutions. Its latest editions – a new range of

evacuation and transfer products – are manufactured and designed by an intensive-care nurse.

When should employers have evacuation/transfer products on their premises? Any building that has stairs and/or features long corridors, along which an injured, unconscious or disabled person would have to be moved, should have these products.

How many units should an organisation have? We recommend one for each floor level.

Where should these be stored? They should be stored next to the fire hydrant, or where the building’s main safety officer is situated.

What should employers consider when sourcing evacuation/transfer products? Employees may be faced with the task of trying to move an unconscious person on their own – a “dead weight” so to speak. They need to be able to roll an injured person into a device then drag them to safety. Quality, service and training are all important factors when selecting a product offering.

What does your new range include? It includes a full-body stretcher that has been tested in mining and air-lift conditions, evacuation and transfer seats – tested to a 300 kg weight capacity – and pocket stretchers for more affordable, lightweight options.

Do you offer any training on how the products should be used? Yes we do.

What does this entail? Initial training includes briefing each

person involved and showing them how to secure another person, as well as how to handle a stair descent. We also offer a refresher video that staff can watch every six months.

Do you offer any maintenance on these products? We do offer a maintenance programme.

How often should the products be serviced? They will need to be checked for wear and tear after they have been used in a real-life situation. Skid plates can be replaced when needed.

What procedures should companies follow after they’ve used these products? They will need to check for damage then clean and repack. The products can be steam cleaned or hosed down. | SHEQ

employers have to keep their employees safe in any situation. This isn’t too difficult when everything is running smoothly … We talk to Adam bottomley, owner of Sitwell Technologies, to discover how the company’s new range of evacuation/transfer products can help when things go pear-shaped

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person in extreme emergency situations www.sitwell.co.za

Adam is available on 011 440 8226 for further information or a demonstration.

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A ccording to Stephen Burrow, sales director of the Sturrock & Robson Safety Group/HSE Solutions: “It is our

experience that organisations with sound safety track records still require PPE that meets the highest quality standards and offers the best lifetime value. Furthermore, our customers demand the constant innovation that only a reputable manufacturer can deliver.”

Burrow is passionate about maintaining quality in the PPE industry: “Manufacturers should continue to advance technology to provide PPE that is both innovative and cost-effective. Workers need to be encouraged to comply with safety

regulations by being provided with PPE that they wear with comfort, pride and confidence,” he says.

“How many times do we see companies proclaiming their staff to be their greatest assets? Yet, too many organisations pay lip service to this proclamation by sidestepping their duty to provide optimum protection in the pursuit of short-term gain,” he continues.

“One of the major culprits contributing to the increased risk of avoidable accidents is the lowering of standards in the PPE industry. The scramble for cheap products that barely meet minimum standards, while offering no safety benefits, has effectively turned the industry into a

regressive market where decreasing consideration is given to value, quality, reliability and life time safety,” Burrow adds.

HSE Solutions is the exclusive distributor of Honeywell Safety Products, which is a global leader in respiratory protective equipment, among other products.

Its comprehensive range of single-use masks includes both folded and moulded types available with or without valves. The masks have adjustable coloured nose bridges to identify the classification being used.

The Premium 5000 Series range also features HSE’s patented Willtech seal

some say the personal protective equipment (PPe) industry in south africa is in a state of flux, with new players and products entering mainly the lower end of the market. however, the need for high-performance PPe that offers superior protection remains unchanged

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technology, for increased comfort and protection. Honeywell single-use masks provide quality protection at competitive prices.

MSA Africa believes that superior quality should be backed up by good after-sales support. Theo Nel, after-sales service supervisor at MSA Africa, states that the company is starting a campaign to encourage its customers to take up preventative maintenance contracts. This involves monthly on-site audits of their equipment by a technician, who will inform them when maintenance or repair work is due.

“Our customers are well covered with a number of MSA Africa service centres in cities including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Lagos, as well as in remote regions across Africa. Should a customer’s area not be included, we will arrange for their equipment to be transported to the nearest centre, or for the dispatch of a technician to their facility,” says Nel.

The after-sales solution can be customised, providing the flexibility for companies to choose what type of services they require, as well as the duration of that service.

According to Nel, it is crucial that products are serviced and returned to the customer without delay, as they are vital items of emergency equipment that operations cannot afford to be without. While most service parts are stocked on site in the warehouses at the centres, Nel urges customers to alert MSA Africa of their needs as soon as possible.

“Customers enjoy a swift turnaround service if they plan their maintenance well in advance, and make the necessary arrangements with the MSA Africa after-sales service centre. We are able to expedite the requirements of end users on any specific custom configurations if planned in advance. However, unforeseen circumstances do arise and we will always make a plan to accommodate customers to the best of our ability,” he continues.

Nel adds that correct operation and proper care of PPE by the user extends service life and reduces the costs of routine maintenance. “Customer training in this regard is offered by the MSA Africa sales team at our headquarters in Johannesburg, but the service team does also assist when necessary.” | SHEQ

Quality

According to a survey undertaken on working professionals in five countries, South Africans spend huge amounts of time at their place of work, with an average of 9,5-hours per day or 47,5-hours per week.

Wayne – part of the BBF Safety Group – is helping its clients to save some precious time by making the selection of gumboots simpler with a new user-friendly catalogue and website.

As a company accredited by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) 9001, Wayne offers a comprehensive range including gumboots that comply with the European, Australian and South African standards.

The range offers products suitable for a wide range of applications including: agriculture and forestry, food processing and hygiene, general purpose applications and heavy-duty environments.

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A ccording to the Road Freight Association – an organisation that influences the state of the industry, from rates to

driver interests and health – truck hijackings increased by ten percent from 2013 to May this year, with a total of 1 200 hijackings taking place at an estimated cost of R12 billion.

Hein Jordt, managing director of Ctrack Fleet Management Solutions, states that the cargo is usually the intended target: “Hijackers target loads that either offer high-value goods – such as cellphones, tablets and expensive alcohol – for which they have a definite market, or loads that can be disposed of swiftly – such as nappies, cigarettes or any fast-moving consumer goods.”

Jerry Pierce, operations manager at Cartrack, adds: “Hijackers may be looking for a specific cargo, such as high-value electronic goods or grocery items, among others. On other occasions the actual vehicle or its trailers may be the target.

“Cargo items find their way back into the economy, the black market, or are shipped across the border. Vehicles and trailers are stripped for parts, shipped across the border or are simply relicensed, with the aid of corrupt officials, and put back on our roads.”

These crimes cost the economy, the insurance industry and operators billions. “It’s not just the cost of replacing the vehicle

and its cargo, but the reputational damage that comes with it,” explains Pierce.

There is, however, some respite for the industry. The new service Positioning+ (a service within Dynafleet; a fleet management system from Volvo Trucks) makes it possible to track a vehicle’s geographic location, minute by minute, thus assisting time-critical transport operations.

“One good example is the concrete industry,” explains Johan Östberg, product specialist at Volvo Trucks. “Timing is everything – down to the very minute the truck must roll up to take delivery of its load of concrete.

“When mixing concrete, the mixture is individually adjusted to match the time needed for loading and the time needed for delivery and casting. With Positioning+ it is possible to precisely determine when the truck will arrive and to prepare the concrete blend accordingly.”

Apart from the real-time positioning feature, this service makes it possible to define a geographic area, a route or an entire country and receive messages every time a truck passes through these defined areas.

This is particularly useful in warehousing operations, where staff need to know when a truck arrives and when it leaves so they can carry out follow-up activities. For certain types of transport the positioning service also offers additional benefits.

“If a truck deviates from its route, the system issues an alert. This creates a safer, more secure working environment for drivers hauling high-value goods,” explains Östberg. | SHEQ

the south african transport industry isn’t only fast paced; it faces many risks as well … luckily there is software available to provide risk management solutions

telematics Up to the minute

Geotab’s end-to-end fleet tracking solution has been named a finalist in the IT Products and Services for Transportation category, of the 10th Annual 2015 IT World Awards, by the technology research and advisory guide Network Products Guide.

“We’re excited to be recognised by the IT industry for our advanced GPS fleet tracking technology and its immense impact on the transportation industry,” says Colin Sutherland, Geotab’s vice president of sales. “Geotab will continue to produce premium hardware and software that serves as the most scalable, reliable and secure telematics technology available.”

This end-to-end solution, which is made up of Geotab’s GO7 telematics device and MyGeotab fleet management software, allows fleet managers to track productivity, optimise their fleet, enhance driver safety and achieve optimal compliance standards, while improving on- and off-road safety. It also supports all major vehicle manufacturers globally.

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Training &Education IRCA is an accredited training provider and presents a variety of SHEQ training courses. The courses incorporate international standards and practices and are adapted to the environment of the various countries in which IRCA operates. This ensures that individual needs of executives, management, supervisors, representatives and workers are satisfied. Why train?Feedback gleaned from value management workshops as well as various inquiries into health, safety and environment, notably the Leon Commission of Inquiry in the mining industry, highlighted the following shortcomings:

• Lack of supervisor skills• Inadequate worker participation in health and safety matters• Failure to identify hazards and evaluate workplace risks• Lack of hazard awareness• Inadequate problem solving skills• Poor coaching abilities• Inadequate incident investigation skills• Lack of hands-on experience in the real environment

IRCA’s trainers have the required knowledge, skills, competency and expertise to effectively facilitate learning in a multi-disciplinary environment. They are also equipped with an Education Training Development Practitioner’s Qualification (ETDP).

IRCA’s objective is to work in close co-operation with various authorities to ensure that training programmes are in the forefront of knowledge and add value to our clients. This results in the following benefits:

• Learners benefit from quality education provision, qualifications that enjoy national recognition and where applicable, international comparability. They also benefit from clear learning paths in the qualification structure, to facilitate and support lifelong learning and career advancement.

• Employers benefit from quality education provision, qualifications that enjoy national recognition and where appropriate, international comparability. They also benefit from clear learning paths in the qualification structure, to facilitate and support lifelong learning and career advancement.