SHEQ Management Handbook 2020
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SHEQ Management Handbook 2020
Our monthly features are designed to cover the core areas of interest within the safety, health, environment and quality industries.
Swift response to emergencies
With the correct first-aid training and equipment, employers can swiftly respond to medical emergencies and potentially save or minimise harm to an injured or...
Fire and emergency ready
No matter the industry, every workplace should be prepared for a fire or other emergencies by having trained employees, frequent drills and the correct...
Safety reports a click away
Although an important part of the job, administrative duties can be a time-consuming exercise for safety officers. With the correct software, record-keeping can be...
ISO addresses mental health
Mental health conditions are posing a new threat to workplace health and safety. ISO 45003 is aimed at guiding businesses on how to improve mental...
A healthier workforce improves productivity
Absenteeism has a detrimental impact on workplace productivity and morale. Key to addressing this is ensuring employees are healthy According to the financial service...
Avoiding flying fists
An often-overlooked aspect of occupational health and safety (OHS) is preventing violence in the workplace – whether from an external threat, or interpersonal violence...
Cleanest air around
Rather than risking their reputations, pharmaceutical manufacturers are encouraged to invest in oil-free compressors that can achieve Class 0 contaminant-free compressed air Compressed air...
Preparing for hotter summers
As global temperatures rise, farm workers are at greater risk of suffering heat stress or heatstroke, which can be deadly. With new technology and...
Addressing snake bites
Although medevac might at times be necessary, Remote Medical International cautions against making it the first response to snake bites, as valuable time is...
When something smells gassy
Whether it is toxic or flammable, a gas leak can be devasting. Fortunately, the right gas-detection technology can minimise harm to employees and the...
Robotics assist in fighting MSDs
Manufacturing often requires employees to do repetitive work for a long period of time, which can result in injury. Fortunately, there are numerous technological...
Greener future for transport
As global temperatures continue to rise, there is mounting pressure on the transport industry to be more environmentally friendly Worldwide, the effects of global...
Free screening highlights driver wellness
To celebrate transport month in October 2019, Engen once again launched its driver wellness campaign aimed at supporting the health of long-distance truck drivers...
Safe trucking starts behind the wheel
To improve vehicle performance and the safety of truck drivers and other road users, transport operators can invest in advanced or defensive driver training...
Rotting food deadly to the environment
While decomposing food in a landfill is deadly to the environment, it has tremendous potential in composting bins; however, this requires diverting discarded food...