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A trusted partner in workplace safety 20th November 2024 ABE Risk Solutions understands the critical importance of creating safe, compliant, and efficient workplaces. Its mission is to empower businesses with the tools, training, and expertise they need to minimise risk, foster employee engagement, and achieve operational excellence. ABE Risk Solutions specialises in incident cause analysis methods (ICAM), systematic cause analysis techniques (SCAT), and root cause analysis. These methodologies help organisations uncover systemic failures, human factors, and process breakdowns that contribute […]

Wielding welding know-how 15th November 2024 JC Auditors (JCA), an international certification specialist, has added Herman Potgieter as its lead auditor for ISO 3834 – Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials. With over 44 years of extensive experience in welding technology across Southern Africa, Potgieter’s career began in response to a shortage of expertise in handling exotic materials and equipment in South Africa’s mining and fabrication sectors. Early on, he seized the opportunity to expand his knowledge as […]

Ignore employee burnout at your peril 13th November 2024 Employee burnout is a serious challenge facing companies of all sizes in South Africa. As businesses navigate a competitive environment and difficult economic conditions, they are often pressured to “do more with less”. Unfortunately, employees often bear the brunt through increasing workloads and rising stress levels. According to Warren Bonheim, co-founder of WorkStatz – an award-winning business management software that measures employee effectiveness in real time – finding the right balance […]

Can cobots securely take over repetitive tasks 18th November 2024 Omron, a leader in industrial automation, highlights how industry safety standards and solutions enable companies to gain the maximum value from collaborative robots (cobots) within collaborative workspaces. Cobots are a key aspect of Industry 4.0 and the “factory of the future”, as they can be used in a wide range of industrial applications. Because they have various integral safety features, they can work with or near people and can also […]

BSI lifts the lid on Training and System Certification 29th November 2024 Training and system certification are crucial for health and safety (H&S) and well-being, as they provide individuals with essential knowledge and skills to work safely. This, in turn, reduces accidents and errors and enhances workplace culture. Certified systems, qualified staff, and trained personnel can identify and mitigate risks, supporting overall workplace safety and compliance with regulations. Training and qualifications build agility and creativity in the workforce, strengthening your […]

Preventing mining mayhem 29th November 2024 In the complex and high-stakes world of mining, certification is not just a bureaucratic requirement – it’s a lifeline for worker safety and operational excellence. Specialists in explosion protection and prevention for over 25 years, the Explolabs Group has established itself as a critical partner in the mining industry’s safety and certification landscape. As revealed by Ránier Venter, director of Explolabs Certification Services and technical auditor, Explolabs offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored […]

Dodging danger, designing success 27th November 2024 Tshifhiwa Lawrence Madala, OHS Compliance Group’s MD, highlights how risk management and compliance are critical pillars for any modern business.  The OHS Compliance Group specialises in risk management and regulatory compliance services. Its core offerings include human health risk assessments; regulatory compliance audits; compliance training and consulting, including first aid, working at height, firefighting, safety, health, and environmental (SHE) liabilities, and incident investigation; hazardous identification and risk assessment; and ISO and NEBOSH certification […]

Mental mindfulness a must 5th December 2024 PROFESSOR JOHN SMALLWOOD and DR MOHLOMI RALIILE, from the Nelson Mandela University Department of Construction Management, delve into mental health within South Africa’s construction industry.  Mental ill-health is adversely impacting the well-being and performance of the South African construction industry’s workforce. Despite the industry’s inherent demands and challenges, there is a notable lack of systematic understanding and targeted interventions to address mental health issues in the local construction sector.  This is among the […]

AI to the rescue! 4th December 2024 Artificial intelligence (AI) can forecast gas-related incidents in coal mines within half an hour, according to a new study from Australia’s Charles Darwin University (CDU).                                                                                                 […]