A tale of two subcontractors
Years ago, we acted for a subcontractor who found himself on the receiving end of charges under the Occupational Health...
Is it legal to wear shorts at construction site?
"We as a landscape company have allowed employees to wear shorts in the summer."
Is it legal to wear shorts at construction site?
"We as a landscape company have allowed employees to wear shorts in the summer."
More safety compliance information for landscape industry
The Ministry of Labour will visit workplaces that employ young and new workers.
More safety compliance information for landscape industry
The Ministry of Labour will visit workplaces that employ young and new workers.
We are obligated to operate a safe business
As we embark on a great season, we must not forget our obligation to operate safe businesses.
Due diligence and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
It is worth revisiting, and focusing in more detail on the “due diligence defence.”
We are obligated to operate a safe business
As we embark on a great season, we must not forget our obligation to operate safe businesses.
Due diligence and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
It is worth revisiting, and focusing in more detail on the “due diligence defence.”
Protective clothing essential on the job
Regulations require that a worker wear and use the protective clothing and equipment necessary to protect against hazards.
Protect against workplace violence and harassment
The Occupational Health and Safety Amendment Act (Violence and Harassment in the Workplace), 2009, comes into effect on June 15,...
Protective clothing essential on the job
Regulations require that a worker wear and use the protective clothing and equipment necessary to protect against hazards.