Did you know according to
the Law, OHS Act of '93. Section 8:
Every employer shall provide and
maintain, as far as is reasonably practicable, a working environment that is
safe and without risk to the health of his employees. Did you know that if the above laws aren't
followed the employer can be held personally responsible?
Your employer has a ‘duty of
care’ to ensure, as far as possible, your health, safety and welfare while
you’re at work. They should start with a risk assessment to spot possible
health and safety hazards. They have to appoint a 'competent person' with
health and safety responsibilities (usually one of the owners in smaller firms,
or a member of staff trained in health and safety).
All
employers, whatever the size of the business, must:
Make the
workplace safe.
Prevent risks
to health.
Ensure that
plant and machinery is safe to use, and that safe working practices are
set up and followed.
Make sure
that all materials are handled, stored and used safely.
Provide
adequate first aid facilities.
Tell you
about any potential hazards from the work you do, chemicals and other
substances used by the firm, and give you information, instructions,
training and supervision as needed.
Set up
emergency plans.
Make sure
that ventilation, temperature, lighting, and toilet, washing and rest
facilities all meet health, safety and welfare requirements.
Check that
the right work equipment is provided and is properly used and regularly
maintained.
Prevent or
control exposure to substances that may damage your health.
Take
precautions against the risks caused by flammable or explosive hazards,
electrical equipment, noise and radiation.
Avoid
potentially dangerous work involving manual handling (and if it can’t be
avoided, take precautions to reduce the risk of injury)
Provide
health supervision as needed.
Provide
protective clothing or equipment free of charge (if risks can’t be removed
or adequately. controlled by any other means)
Ensure that
the right warning signs are provided and looked after.
Report
certain accidents, injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences to either
the Health and Safety.
Where we come in:
Life///Aid wants to take the
weight of your shoulders by placing it on their own. We can set up and maintain
your full safety program. We do all the required training and services from
a-z. We are extremely flexible and strive to accommodate every client according
to their individual needs. Please visit our services page for more information
on what we can provide
Why
choose Industrial Life Solutions:
Our team is highly
skilled and experienced.
We are committed to
social and economic upliftment in South Africa
We constantly improve
our product and service offerings.
