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FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
From humble beginnings to a massive work wear conglomerate, Dickies has an impressive history spanning the past 90 years. P22
YOU WANT ME TO DO WHAT?
What do Rolf Harris, Bill Cosby and Bob Hewitt have in common? They have all been accused of sexual harassment.
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SUB-EDITOR
Jeanette Lamont Cell: 083 447 3616 email: jeanette@charmont.co.za
JOURNALIST
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THE EARLY BIRD CATCHES ON SWIFTLY
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Poor quality could be detrimental to a business … fortunately there are some international quality standards to regulate almost everything. P26
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 … P28
The mining industry is notorious for its harsh operating conditions – which result in massive amounts of used oil and lubricants. P36
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Employers 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
Editor’s letter SHEQ Sound Off Letters News
Some say South Africa’s personal protective equipment industry is in a state of flux, with new players and products entering mainly the lower end of the market … We delve deeper. P40
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Norway Notes from
Charleen Clarke
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 …
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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
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 subsea 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 landuse 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
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Pre-assembled or to build
your own?
Jaco de Klerk
Battery-powered electric vehicles are now commonplace around the world. While some are being produced from scratch, it is also possible to convert your fossilfuel guzzler into something more electrifying …
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South African company that was founded
The company can convert almost any
in 2011 after the completion of its first EV
car to an electric one. This gives people
conversion prototype.
more choice to get a car that suits them.
I spoke to the company’s co-founder,
“Our entry-level small car conversion costs
Lizette Kriel, who highlighted the benefits
R150 000, and the premium small car
of building your own electric vehicle.
conversion costs R250 000. At the other
“People have different reward factor
end of the spectrum a large SUV will cost
priorities for driving EVs,” she explains.
R350 000. Prices exclude VAT and the
“Many people find that driving an EV
donor car.”
provides great pleasure in knowing that
The
company’s
conversions
can
they are contributing to the reduction of
match or even exceed the range available
city pollution and giving momentum to the
from OEMs. “The biggest driver of cost
much-needed global drive to use cleaner
is the proven and long-lasting lithium
energy.”
iron phosphate battery. The more range
Kriel continues: “The smooth, effortless,
required by the customer, the larger the
yet responsive feel of driving an EV gets
battery pack and the more the conversion
many people hooked. Personally, one of
costs,” Kriel points out.
our favourite reasons is that we never
“OEM vehicles are great products that
have to go to the service station to fill up
fulfil a certain market segment. Freedom
our tank … For Freedom Won the attraction
Won offers a different option that provides
of EV’s must be underpinned by a case for
greater choice and individualism, at a lower
good economics – and it is!”
cost, but with equal or better performance
lectric vehicles (EVs) are
She adds that, over the long term,
really gaining momentum,
an EV should cost less to operate than
“There will come a time when EVs
despite their challenges with
its fossil-fuel burning brethren. “Freedom
become so popular that the market will
regard to range and charging
Won’s conversion concept allows an owner
support a much wider array of model
time. The world’s first mass-produced
to convert a car, which has already given a
options and the costs will gradually come
zero-emission vehicle, the Nissan LEAF,
few years of service, to electric at a much
down. By this time, Freedom Won may
reached its 100 000 global sales mark at
lower cost than the original equipment
offer its own OEM vehicles.
the beginning of last year.
manufacturer (OEM) EV equivalent.
and longevity,” she adds.
“That is our vision, but until then it is
For R485 900 you can even drive one
“One should expect a payback on
our mission to provide a more affordable
on South Africa’s roads … for 195 km at a
your investment, by virtue of energy and
and wider choice to the African market, so
time (on one charge).
maintenance savings, in four to five years.
as to give as many people as possible a
You could, however, convert your
For the OEM options the purchase price
real opportunity to break away from high
fossil-fuel guzzler into something more
makes this payback time substantially
fuel costs and unsustainable energy usage
electrifying, thanks to Freedom Won – a
longer.”
practices.” | SHEQ
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A leaf out of SARS’s book I love the South African Revenue Service
get an e-mail/SMS notification when there
Or ... are you too busy with processes,
(SARS)! Actually, I love interacting with
is a tax issue that I need to deal with. It is
procedures, policies, papers, posters,
SARS by going to its offices in Edenvale or
truly an absolute pleasure dealing with the
reports and compliance audits?
using its eFiling system.
SARS staff.
Yes I know, SARS means that I have to pay, but the organisation makes me feel
How easy are you making safety for your
including the “key customers” (line
like a valued customer who it wants to see
staff?
managers), how they feel about the service
back for “repeat” business – quite unlike
• Do you see them as clients to whom you
you are providing to them.
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,
Ask people, especially on the shop
• Do you treat them as if they are customers
floor, what they understand about the
who have a choice regarding where they
different safety concepts, ratios and
can buy their safety services from?
safety lingo.
• Do you offer assistance with filling out safety incident reports? • Do you have a hassle-free help line in their first language? •D o you talk and listen to them?
details and doing an online query.
• How open is your door and does the mat
assistance with filling in the tax forms. I
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are providing a service?
to Zandi the tax consultant, verifying my There is also a notice offering
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I challenge you to take this question seriously by asking people, at all levels,
Ask your “key customers”: “How can I HELP”? Take a leaf out of SARS’s book. Make taking safety seriously easy for your people.
at the feet say “Welcome”/”Vho tangane
Jürgen Tietz
dzwa”/”Wamukelekile”/”Welkom”?
Thought Leader and Professional Speaker
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NEWS 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
Scania recognised for HIV prevention work
programme, impressed us,” Viner says.
Scania South Africa’s work to prevent
access to treatment and continuous
to prevent a further spread of HIV/Aids
the further spread of HIV/Aids has
support for employees and their families.
in the region, resulted in the SWHAP
won the Swedish Workplace HIV/
Currently over 90 percent of Scania’s
Achievement Award.”
Aids
Most
employees are aware of their HIV status
Andreas Follér, sustainability manager
Comprehensive Programme Achievement
and 44 out of 55 HIV-positive employees
at Scania, says: “Health and safety have
Award 2014. The award was presented
are on treatment.”
always been important to Scania. The
Programme’s
(SWHAP)
to Scania South Africa primarily for its
SWHAP is an initiative from the
foundation to our success has been having
International Council of Swedish Industry
motivated, engaged and highly skilled
John Viner, programme manager at
(NIR) and the Swedish Industrial and
employees. The achievements of Scania
SWHAP, explains: “The employee support
Metalworkers’ Union (IF Metall) to support
in South Africa are a real inspiration to the
programme assists in early diagnosis,
HIV and Aids programmes at Swedish-
rest of Scania.”
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XCAT is already in use in more than
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“Although new to South Africa, the
narcotics that has been designed to
“No
calibration,
maintenance,
area, or person, needs to be screened
interpretation or colour charts are
quickly,” explains Michael Crossland,
required, making it very easy to use. The
PSA Africa’s product manager.
XCAT uses detection cards with specially
“The mining sector will also find
formulated optical detection inks and
the device useful to establish whether
software to identify the characteristics
unauthorised personnel have handled
that are unique to each individual or
explosives. Ports, airports and national
group of chemically related analyses.”
key points are always at risk of having
Use this detection card to take a
illegal explosives, weapons and drugs
sample of the suspicious surface and
brought into the country. The XCAT
insert it into the system. The unit will
allows security checkpoints to test
analyse the card and return the results
reassures.
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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.
Revolutionary first aid for chemical splashes
Marius Smit, Bauma Conexpo Africa’s sales and marketing manager,
Prism Inter Africa: Chemical Safety is a company
describes Bauma Conexpo Africa as “the must-attend trade fair for the
that specialises in the first aid of chemical splashes
mining and construction industry on the African continent”.
to the eyes and skin. In these emergency situations,
“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.”
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
This year, visitors can see exhibitors showcasing all their latest
chemical splash seminar in Johannesburg, where
developments and technologies at the demonstration area. In addition,
Dr Jean Luc Fortin presented the pathology of
IFAT Environmental Technology Africa will run alongside Bauma Conexpo
chemical burns, while discussing current rinsing
Africa. This trade fair, which is an extension of the Munich Bauma trade
methods and their efficiencies.
fair portfolio, will focus on environmental solutions for the mining and construction industry.
Diphoterin was one of the rinsing methods he reviewed, which was then demonstrated by Marie-
“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 offshoot 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
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
held in 2013.
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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Intercontinental acclaim February 11, 2010, marked
information and international
the South African Institute of
networking opportunities within
Occupational Safety and Health’s
the global occupational health
(Saiosh’s) inception by a group of
and safety (OHS) profession.
local, enthusiastic occupational
“More importantly, South Africa
health
now has the professionalism and
and
safety
(OHS)
professionals. *
support to improve the health
At the Saiosh/IOSH 2015 Conference – which was held alongside the A-Osh expo, held
and safety of its people,” he points out. The non-profit organisation
in Midrand during May – Bill
represents
Pomfret, managing consultant
organisations
of
company
the enhancement of the OHS
Safety Projects International,
profession through research,
delivered a presentation on crisis
promotion, education, upliftment,
management.
training, guidance and strong
the
Canadian
Pomfret has subsequently released a statement recognising
individuals committed
and to
relationships with other OHS stakeholders.
four individuals who established
Pomfret has over 30 years’
Saiosh. “These people did not just
experience in safety management
dream about establishing Saiosh;
and is the author of several
they went into action, each
bestselling
working tirelessly and dedicating
The Road to Compliance, The
hundreds of unpaid hours, so that
Construction Health and Safety
we can all benefit,” says Pomfret.
Manual, and Q & A on Loss Control.
books
including:
* Saiosh is the registration
Neels Nortje – registrar, Wally
board for the Institution of
Robins – secretary, and Gillian
Occupational Safety and Health
Nortje – membership manager.
South Africa (IOSH SA). It is
Pomfret notes that, with
recognised by the South African
more than 4 000 members,
Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
Saiosh is a leading source of
as a professional body.
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The four people he is referring to are: Robin Jones – president,
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SHARMAN ON SAFETY
feeling … I got a
When organisations work to holistically integrate health and safety into their operations, the benefits include lower incident rates, enhanced employee engagement, increased motivation and improved productivity. ANDREW SHARMAN explores the role of “felt leadership” in health and safety at work
T
he traditional view of culture
comes from this individualised action, not
application of felt leadership. Studies have
change is that it is deemed
only does developing a positive safety
shown that good safety leadership can
to be effective only when
culture feel more achievable, it actually
positively influence the safety behaviours
everyone is involved; from the
becomes more practical to manage too.
of workers by up to 86 percent, and reduce
boardroom to the shop floor – every leader, manager, supervisor and frontline worker.
The benefits don’t stop there, however,
Of course a coordinated approach is
process. It’s not necessarily a new style
as it’s known that improving safety culture
best, but, frankly, it is nonsense to suggest
or theory of leadership; instead we might
and performance delivers sustainable,
that only a totally inclusive approach can
consider it the distillation of some of the
shared value to other areas of the business
be impactful. I would not argue against the
more impactful elements from a range of
too, such as quality, delivery speeds and
notion that 100-percent engagement of
schools of thought on leadership.
operational efficiencies.
the entire workforce would be beneficial
It’s essentially about “walking the talk”,
The corporate bottom line is also
in many respects, but I don’t believe that
demonstrating that commitment to safety
positively impacted – as organisations with
it has to be an “all or nothing” approach to
is as strong as it’s claimed to be. In my view,
good safety performance also appear to
influencing safety behaviours.
it’s the foundation for building trust and
have better economic performance.
In his magnificent and highly provocative
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incidents and accidents by around 35 percent.
the same way as this sort of viral-change
book Viral Change, psychiatrist Leandro
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“Felt leadership” operates in exactly
supportive relationships at all levels within the organisation.
Is
there
a
connection
between
the two? The answer is undeniably
Herrero explains that culture change works
Done well, felt leadership moves an
one person at a time. Herrero tells us that
organisation from a focus on compliance,
and improved working conditions boost
change is most effective when it spreads
to a deeper, more cultural approach, based
employee morale, enhance engagement
like a virus; step by step, gradually infecting
on shared commitment. And the results can
and generate positive influence over
everyone – just like catching the common
be impressive!
productivity and, therefore, profitability.
cold from that guy sneezing next to you on the bus. When we realise that effective change
“yes”,
as
reduced
incident
rates
Over time, many organisations have found that their safety cultures have
Values-based leadership
been considerably enhanced through the
For leadership in safety to be “felt” by those
SHARMAN ON SAFETY around us, leaders must hold an absolute
Principles of felt leadership
personal commitment to the organisation’s
How can we utilise the concept of felt
value on safety. In our own research, three
leadership at work? Over the last few
safety values in particular were found to
years, as our consulting business has
recur again and again. It’s worthwhile to
partnered with many organisations around
take a look at these:
the world, we’ve come to learn that taking
• All workplace injuries and ill-health are
a principled approach to safety provides
preventable; • Everyone has the right to go home safely at the end of every day;
a strong framework, and also yields great results. Through our work we’ve identified five
• Safety is a line responsibility that is
principles of felt leadership that can add
owned, led and driven by the entire team
significant value to any safety management
of leaders within the organisation.
system. They are: 1. Inspire people with a clear vision of what
These values act as the blueprint for felt
success looks like;
leadership. Acknowledging that safety is
2. Lead by setting a great example;
a core business value, integral to the very
3. Empower people to think and act in
existence of the organisation, is crucial for
safety;
setting the scene. When demonstrated
4. Use meaningful praise wherever possible;
through the actions of leaders, it can
5. Take the time to coach rather than tell.
have a profound effect on employees. Pause for a moment and consider how
Look at that list of leadership principles
these values might be reflected in your
one more time. Now consider who in
organisation.
your organisation would undertake these
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SHARMAN ON SAFETY
actions. I passionately believe that these principles are for everyone: felt leadership in safety is not the exclusive domain of senior executives.
• Work to anticipate – rather than react to – risks;
used by anyone, regardless of their role,
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to driving safety forward;
While commitment must start from the top, all levels in the organisational hierarchy can spread the safety change –
• Proactively
quickly
just like the common cold virus spreading
conditions
on the bus.
workplace;
The five principles are as relevant and useful to the new team member as they are
discuss
are
seniority or place in the organisational hierarchy. It works because it builds
hazards
with
employees and within peer groups; • R espond
Felt leadership is an approach that can be
when
discovered
relationships
unsafe in
strong safety cultures through the interbetween
leaders
and
followers.
the
As we’ve discussed in this article, it is action-focused – and even the smallest
• Inspect the workplace frequently and intelligently;
actions count towards making a difference. When felt leadership is demonstrated
… change is most effective when it spreads like a virus; step by step, gradually infecting everyone – just like catching the common cold …
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
to the CEO, so, whatever your role in your
actions
– while making safety easy and fun and
organisation, you can certainly use the viral
from accident investigations, audits or
releasing people’s energy, skills and ideas to
approach to lead.
surveys are prioritised, attended to, and
create safety in the workplace.
In which of the five principles do you
• Ensure
effective
corrective
completed;
Remember that safety excellence is a
feel you have strength? Are there some
• Objectively investigate incidents and
journey, not a destination. Along the route
in which you might want to gain further
accidents, take a “helicopter view” and
you’ll get the level of safety performance
development?
resist the urge to apportion blame;
that
• Understand the needs and aspirations of Can you feel it?
workers with regard to safety;
you,
as
a
leader,
personally
demonstrate that you want. So, don’t forget that attitudes, behaviours, actions and
How can we demonstrate that we’re truly
• Make safety part of the everyday business
inactions will all be viewed as illustrations of
committed to safety? Here are some
– start every meeting with a brief safety
our personal level of commitment to safety
point to discuss;
in the workplace.
specific actions that can help your own personal leadership in safety to be felt by
• Find a way to involve everyone – risk assessments,
project
leaders – no matter where we are in the
• Show that you understand the business
teams or even just asking people for their
organisational hierarchy – must be visibly
thoughts all count!
reflected in what we do. Lead on! | SHEQ
operations and activities;
investigations,
What we say, speak and write as
those around you:
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 Zero A practical guide to improving your workplace safety culture
This A to Z of safety represents an eminently practical knowledge toolbox, one filled 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
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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
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LEGALLY SPEAKING
Insuring and managing
workplace risks
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
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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.
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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.
LEGALLY SPEAKING
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
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
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.
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COVER STORY
From strength to
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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
Our most popular product is the Dickies
How are you overcoming these
created?
Eisenhower multi-pocket trouser complete
challenges?
It’s the flagship brand of the family-
with knee pads, which provides protection
We’re educating our customers and
owned Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing
and support across various surfaces,
distributors on the importance of using
Company, which was established during
paired with the Eisenhower jacket. Our
a good-quality product. We are also
1922 in Texas, in the United States (US).
legendary 847 set of trousers and shirt is
promoting the key intrinsic qualities that
the cornerstone of the brand.
our products offer, and how to match
enjoyed steady growth, which was slowed
these to each sector.
only by the Great Depression. During the
Who distributes the products?
Second World War the company produced
Dickies is a licensed division of Skye
Are there any trends within the industry
millions of uniforms for the nation’s armed
Distribution, based in Johannesburg. It
that you are excited about?
forces – converting to civilian production
has showrooms in the other major cities
The main trend is that the work wear
after the war.
throughout South Africa.
industry is moving towards offering
This brought about a strategy of
products that customers can wear on
geographical expansion and new production
What sets the Dickies brand apart from
and off the job. Customers want to easily
facilities, warehouses, and sales territories
other work wear?
transition between work and play, without
were established throughout the US. In the
Dickies offers the consumer a one-stop
having to change their clothes.
late 1950s, Williamson-Dickie became an
catalogue, globally diverse products, top
How is Dickies pursuing this?
international company by expanding into
quality and a vast range of apparel and
Dickies has been able to bridge the
the European and Middle Eastern markets.
footwear.
gap and successfully service the “on
Dickies is currently sold throughout the
the job - off the job” market. We’ve
US, and worldwide in countries such as
Why should someone choose your
developed various products – including
Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Brazil, Australia,
products?
our oxford shirts and denim range –
Russia, Chile, South Korea, Japan, Iceland,
The brand’s reputation speaks for itself,
that are suitable for all employees at
Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Croatia,
as it has successfully serviced oil rigs
any level.
Poland and Mexico.
and refineries, construction sites and the What does the future hold for the
agricultural sector for decades. When did this brand enter the South
work wear industry and for Dickies in
African market?
What are the challenges that the work
particular?
The Dickies fashion brand entered the
wear industry is facing at the moment?
Consumers are becoming more aware
South African market 30 years ago. Dickies
The work wear market’s biggest challenge
of the need to purchase good quality
work wear entered the local market in
is the prevalence of sub-standard
products, and are willing to invest
2013 and has already established itself as
products in the industry. Consumers are
more to ensure durability. This is where
a durable, hard-wearing brand.
purchasing cheaper products without
Dickies, with its exceptional quality,
understanding
the
has the opportunity to leverage its
Which of your products are the most
importance of purchasing the correct
products within the Southern African
popular in the South African workplace?
product for their industry.
market. | SHEQ
the
impact,
or
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From its early years, Williamson-Dickie
COVER STORY
When and how was the Dickies brand
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harassment
You want me to do
WHAT?
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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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.
harassment
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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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
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QUALITY
The early bird catches on swiftly
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
T
an
hese
standards
developed International for
by
to healthcare.” These standards are
Standard (FDIS) for ISO 14001:2015 and
revised from time to time …
ISO 9001:2015 were both expected to be
Organisation
Standardisation
independent,
are the
“When they are published later in
non-governmental
various aspects of quality management
the year, it will signify the first time
membership organisation, which is the
and contains some of the best-known
that specific activities undertaken by
world’s largest developer of voluntary
standards,” the Organisation points out.
organisations will start counting towards
It notes that ISO 14001, Environmental
“We are made up of our 163 member
Management
Systems,
is
currently
their transition to the final standards,” says Steve Williams, LRQA’s system and
countries, which are the bodies for
under review. “The ISO 14000 family of
national standards around the world.
standards provides practical tools for
Williams and other LRQA technical
A
in
companies and organisations that are
experts have confirmed the approach
Geneva, Switzerland,” the ISO’s website
looking to manage their environmental
that they believe organisations should
relates.
responsibilities.”
take to ready themselves for a transition
central
secretariat
“International
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issued in July.
Systems. “The ISO 9000 family addresses
international standards.
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First is ISO 9001, Quality Management
(ISO),
is
based
standards
make
Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA)
Southern
to the new standards.
things work. They give world-class
Limited
is
“The common management system
specifications for products, services
a leading provider of independent
framework (introduced by Annex SL)
and systems, to ensure quality, safety
assessment
including:
means that both ISO 9001:2015 and ISO
and efficiency. ISO has published more
certification, validation, verification and
14001:2015 will contain a number of
than 19 500 international standards
training – across a broad spectrum
changes throughout; including terms and
covering almost every industry; from
of standards and schemes. It points
definitions being standardised. Based on
technology, food safety and agriculture
out that the Final Draft International
this, and in line with all new and revised
services
Africa
governance manager.
QUALITY ISO Standards, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
engagement in both ISO 9001:2015 and
will be structured into ten standard
ISO 14001:2015).
clauses,” explains Williams.
“ISO 9001:2015 is also expected
“By purchasing the FDIS versions
to contain more focus on process
of the standards, organisations will
and change management, while it is
help those responsible for managing
anticipated that ISO 14001:2015 will
the transition process to have a full
have an emphasis on policy and the need
understanding of the new and changing
for processes,” explains Williams.
requirements in each standard. It will
For any organisation, the degree of
also enable them to think about the
change required depends on a range of
necessary steps they have to take to
factors, with the majority of these being
facilitate a smooth transition.
unique to the context of the organisation
“Organisations should ensure that
and its own management systems.
they understand the specific areas
With all the major ISO standards being
that contain new, explicit requirements
revised, LRQA aims to communicate
(which include organisational context,
the changes. “We offer a range of
knowledge and risk-based thinking)
assessment services as well public and
as well as the areas of the standard
in-house training courses – all aimed
that have been revised or contain
at helping to ensure that organisations
more specific information (such as the
worldwide have a smooth transition to
importance
the new standards.” | SHEQ
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SECURITY
security Souped up
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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 …
oyalty payments are holding
“The African Union Convention shows
chosen methods of purchasing
in Johannesburg, Vernon Fryer, chief
that South Africa is far behind as far as
items over the internet. This is
technology security officer at Vodacom,
cyber security is concerned. Government
according to a research study by payment
stated that a typical attack (on South
and the private sector must work together
provider PayU. The study reveals that
African assets) averages nine Gigabits per
to cyber secure our country,” he adds.
South African consumers have put loyalty
second and lasts 17 minutes.
online payment.
A large attack may last a couple of
There are those who believe we can win ... Keren Elazari is a hacktavist-turned-
hours. “These attacks are not specific to
security-expert,
“While card payments are still the
any sector or organisation. Cybercriminals
analyst, as well as a recent speaker at
leader in terms of online transactions, we
are adaptable and tend to follow the
TED Talk. Elazari says the answer lies in
have seen a steady growth in alternative
money,” he notes.
decentralising the current systems.
a
Gigaom
Research
payments such as loyalty and EFT over the
The “hacker rabbit hole” is also far
She explains: “When it comes to the
past year,” says Mustapha Zaouini, CEO
deeper than you might think … Jason Louw,
global financial ecosystem, we are at a
of PayU.
forensic cybercrime-fighter, points out that
massive shifting point; moving from
This is wonderful, as it means more
nearly all (99 percent to be exact) global
traditional 20th century finance that is
economic activity for our country, but there
phishing attacks originate from organised
centralised, to a new financial world with
are some security risks … The Vodacom
crime. “The problem is that we’ve seen
micro payments, digital payments, digital
Cyber Intelligence Centre points out
very few prosecutions in South African
wallets, crypto currencies and other forms
that the number of distributed denial-
cybercrime.”
of payments.”
of-service (DDoS) attacks across Africa
All hope is not lost, however, as South
Elazari is convinced that as this change
increased by 150 percent, from October
Africa is one of 28 countries, worldwide,
occurs it will empower small companies
2013 to April 2015.
that currently have cyber security policies
and individuals to have a bigger say in their
in place – although the South African policy
own cyber security.
These attacks occur where multiple compromised systems, usually infected | SHEQ management
security in the South African government.
Speaking at the 2015 Security Summit,
payments in the top three methods of
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to assets like websites.
steady ground when it comes to
is heavily criticised.
Things aren’t only looking good in
with a Trojan horse (a type of malware
Professor Basie von Solms, director
the digital domain … enter the Danguard
designed to provide unauthorised, remote
of the Centre for Cyber Security at the
VideoTorch – a security, outdoor/water
access to a user’s computer) are used to
University of Johannesburg, says a single
sports and industrial inspection camera/
target a single system, causing downtime
point of contact is needed for cyber
torch combination.
SECURITY Hi-tech hardware
thermoplastic lenses and double O-ring
time and attendance applications, since
“Let’s face it, the smartphone has become
seals, make the VideoTorch a great
the captured images can show that the
the ultimate gadget and, for most of us,
rechargeable inspection torch, but with
VideoTorch was at a specific location, at a
it is the field camera of choice,” explains
that little bit extra inside.
specific time,” notes Barnard. “This may be
Deon Barnard, director of Danguard – a
“Embedded in the waterproof device is
essential for those who need photographic
an autofocus and auto-exposure camera
evidence to prove their response times and
“This could, however, also be its very
that can record hours of video and tens
service levels to their clients.”
weakness. The fact that it’s so much more
of thousands of photos onto the internal
He adds that staff training and compiling
than just a telephone or camera makes it
MicroSD card – day or night,” says Barnard.
“how-to” and “how-not-to” examples are
far more valuable than the mere hardware
“These can be retrieved onto a PC or laptop
simple to gather as the device is small,
replacement cost (for some it’s their very
via the supplied USB cable, or directly
unobtrusive and cost-effective enough to
lifeline),” he adds.
to your beloved smartphone (ready for
run in the field every day.
brand of Danbar Solutions.
Consider
the
Danguard
LED
VideoTorch. “Like a smartphone, it also
Tweeting) by extracting the standard MicroSD card.”
“With the excellent shelf life of the single 18650 standard LiION cell, the
has a built in high-definition video and
The company reports a lot of interest
device is ideal for long-term storage in
photo camera, but also features a wrist
from the security sector (including malls
cars, caravans, boats, aeroplanes and even
tether-cord, so it could be taken into
and public transport), but other roles such
fallout shelters,” says Barnard.
risky places where no self respecting
as industrial maintenance, fault logging
“What’s more, the VideoTorch can
smartphone would dare to venture,”
and job sign-off are emerging, due to
be fully operated with only one hand,
Barnard points out.
the fact that every photo and video is
while
watermarked with the date and time.
holding your beer – try that with your
Its rugged construction; including aircraft-grade aluminium body, tough
“This feature even rolls into simple
hanging
off
high
rigging
or
smartphone.” | SHEQ
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assessment
RISK
The proof is in the
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
I
n his article, Tinus Boshoff focuses on
baseline,
issue-based
This type of assessment could be
be conducted on an ongoing basis in the
and
performed on a site, in a region, or even
work environment. It is a powerful and
continuous risk assessments. He
on a national basis and could look at any
important form of assessment and should
examines each one in turn.
facet of the organisation’s operations or
take place as an integral part of day-to-day
procedures. It needs to be comprehensive
management.
Baseline risk assessments
and may even lead to other and more
The purpose of conducting a baseline
in-depth studies.
assessment is to establish a risk profile, or
risk
assessments,
the
and immediate risk treatment. Issue-based risk assessments
action programmes for issue-based risk
The purpose of conducting an issue-
memory joggers such as checklists –
assessments.
based assessment is to conduct a detailed
for inspection, pre-use and critical parts
It should be performed to obtain
study that will result in the development
and paths – can be produced from
a benchmark of the types and size of
of action plans for the treatment of
management controls that are a product
potential hazards, which could have
significant risk.
of issue-based risk assessments. Planned
In developing hazard awareness,
a significant impact on the whole
This type of assessment is normally
organisation. It needs to identify the
focused on operational activities, processes
major and significant risks, prioritise
and systems-based business functions.
A continuous risk assessment is
them and evaluate the effectiveness of
It concentrates on the identification of
performed at an operational level, where
current systems used for risk control.
the risks within a certain task, process or
the
activity and is usually associated with the
are monitored by the operational floor
management of change.
management and first-line supervisors.
baseline is an initial risk assessment that focuses on a broad overview,
| SHEQ management
these
a set of risk profiles. It is used to prioritise
It must be emphasised that the
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emphasis is on everyday hazard awareness
and
activities
It must not be too sophisticated and should be conducted mainly by first-line
be used in subsequent risk assessments.
establishing issue-based risk assessment
supervisors.
A baseline risk assessment focuses
programmes.
of
risk
the
process
baseline
identification
from
system,
assessment form the foundation for
the
profiles
on an ongoing basis.
in order to determine the risk profile to
on
Risk
task observations could also be conducted
that
Formal
training
in
this
regard
is essential. The main emphasis is on
applies to the whole organisation or
Continuous risk assessments
“hazard
project.
A continuous risk assessment should
identification”. | SHEQ
awareness
through
hazard
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SLIP AND FALL
your feet Keeping
facing down
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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 lthough
there
are
no
statistics available in South
reasons each year.
Slips happen where there is too little
In the UK, the single most common
fall accidents, the country’s
cause of non-fatal injuries to employees
incidences must bear some relation to
is slipping or falling, and the European
Common causes of slips are wet or
the reported information regarding such
Foundation ranks these as the second-
oily surfaces; occasional spills; weather
accidents from the United States (US) and
highest common cause of injuries in eight
hazards; loose, un-anchored rugs or mats;
the United Kingdom (UK).
European countries.
friction or traction between the footwear
flooring, or other walking surfaces that do
and the walking surface.
not have the same degree of traction in
The US Occupational Safety and Health
However, workplace injuries in South
Administration (OSHA) reports that slipping
Africa constitute a high proportion of
and falling account for 15 percent of all
risk. Those in clerical and administrative
Trips happen when your foot collides
accidental deaths; second only to motor
occupations suffer 14,41 percent of
with an object causing you to lose your
vehicle accidents. The costs of injuries due
all reported occupational health and
balance and eventually fall.
to slipping exceed US$100 billion (nearly
safety accidents involving compensation
Some common causes of tripping are
R1 230 billion) each year.
claims. Loss incidents involving office
an obstructed view; poor lighting; clutter
equipment make up 3,79 percent of all
in your way; wrinkled carpeting; uncovered
accidents.
cables; bottom drawers not being closed;
A National US Health Survey indicates requiring medical attention every year,
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What causes slips and trips?
Africa specifically on slip and
that one in 15 people incurs a home injury
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injuries occur on floor surfaces for various
Claims
with
the
South
African
all areas.
or uneven walking surfaces – such as
with slip and fall injuries forming the bulk
Compensation Commissioner reveal a
of these. Around 28 000 people are killed
saga of constant losses in human life,
steps or thresholds. Both slips and trips result from some
every year by unintentional home injuries,
quality of life and suffering related to
kind of unintended, or unexpected,
and, of these, about 11 000 are related to
loss of skills and productivity, making the
change in the contact between the feet,
slips and falls.
prevention of slip and fall components
ground or walking surface. This shows
The US National Safety Council reports
imperative. Total claims in recent years
that good housekeeping, the quality of
that 170 000 people are injured in bathtubs
have averaged around 200 000 to
the flooring, selection of proper footwear,
and showers. It adds that over 800 000
220 000 per annum.
type of stair treads and an appropriate
SLIP AND FALL If you cannot remove the hazard then
As we have seen, many thousands of
ensure that you control it. Recoating or
people are injured each year – some very
Good housekeeping is the first and most
replacing floors, installing stair treads with
seriously – when they slip or trip and fall
important level for preventing falls due to
durable non-slip capabilities, and installing
on a “dangerous floor”, a flight of stairs, or
slips and trips. It includes cleaning all spills
mats, pressure-sensitive abrasive strips
a rough patch of ground.
immediately; marking spills and wet areas;
or adhesive-filled paint on coating, metal
mopping or sweeping debris from floors;
or synthetic decking can further improve
are responsible for the accident, and
removing obstacles from walkways; and
safety and reduce the risk of falling.
sometimes they (or the company) are
pace of walking are critical for preventing fall accidents.
However, it is critical to remember that
always keeping walkways free of clutter.
Sometimes
property
owners
not.
It also requires securing (through
hi-tech flooring and treads still require good
While there is no precise way to
tacking or taping) mats, rugs and carpets
housekeeping. In addition, resilient, non-
determine when someone else is legally
that do not lie flat; always closing filing
slippery flooring and stair treads (such as
responsible for something on which you
cabinet or storage drawers; covering
rubber and encapsulated grits and some
slip and trip, cases turn on whether the
cables that cross walkways; keeping work
vinyl flooring) prevent or reduce foot fatigue
property owner acted carefully so that the
areas and walkways well lit; and replacing
and contribute to slip prevention measures.
slipping or tripping was not likely to happen – and whether the victim was careless in
used light bulbs and faulty switches. Without good housekeeping practices,
Who is responsible?
not seeing or avoiding the accident.
any other preventive measures, such
Slip and fall accidents are almost all directly
In conclusion, being mindful of the
as installation of sophisticated flooring,
connected to the floor – either you slip on
risk of slips and falls, and using the right
speciality
on
it, or you fall on it. So, who is responsible
preventative materials can avoid a property
techniques of walking and safe falling, will
for an injury resulting from a slip and fall
owner a potential law suit or workplace
never be fully effective.
accident?
injury. | SHEQ
footwear
or
training
Non-Slip Modular Stair-Treads. Easy to install, For all surfaces.
Tel +27 31 205 3942 | Fax +27 31 205 3942 Email sales@supersafesystems.co.za
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you sorry?
HINTS AND TIPS
Are you safe or are
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
T
o
the
person
had
The importance of the positions
seconds of the incident occurring, the cost
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
required by law – such as safety, health
of the training (that would have prevented
(CPR)
him
and environment representatives and first
the incident) is paid for. Realistically, in a
or her while waiting for the
aiders – should not be overlooked. These
medium-scale construction development
ambulance, the maximum potential benefit
people can be a strategic link between
each second equates to approximately
of proper CPR training is obvious. Could
employees and management, and are
R4 992.
you refuse someone a day’s training when
a vital part of promoting safety culture
the price of not training could be someone
within your organisation.
performed
who on
else’s life?
Retraining
every
two
years
is
required and recommended. Changes in
Often safety training is regarded as a
legislation, production and staff can lead
If you own an office building and you
box to tick when, in fact, it is key to your
to skills gaps within your business and
find out after a fire that your fire marshal’s
success. Every action, every day, carries
unnecessary risks being taken. Training is
certificate has lapsed and that your insurer
risk. For your company to be the most
a long-term investment to avoid short-
may refuse your claim, the value of a few
profitable it can be, all risks need to be
term disaster.
hours of training becomes very clear.
covered and all hazards exposed.
Good quality training is rare. The
Studies show that the correlation
A minor hand injury costs your
training that you provide for your staff will
between safety and productivity is
business money, from the second the
impact the business as well as the society
paramount to profitability. Risk needs to
incident occurs right up until the injured
in which your staff live. If you or your family
We believe that your people are your be mitigated at every point in the business enduring advantage.
person is fully recovered. To demonstrate
need first aid, you would hope that the
process and training is a key component
the connection, think of each second
relevant business owners have invested in
of this.
representing R1 000. Within four to eight
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SHEMTRAC QUALITY SAFETY EXCELLENCE
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We believe in education. We understand that insight into safety creates a productive and balanced employee environment. When your employees are trained with the best industry practices they are equipped to take accountability for safety and this is reflected in productivity. 34
Promote higher standards of health and safety in your organisation with this hands on technical 10 Day Course. COURSES NATIONWIDE
FTS SAFETY TRAINING ACADEMY Safety Training and various working at heights courses.
Tel: 031 569 1556 E-Mail: co-ordinator@ftssafety.co.za
For more information call the ROSE Foundation on 021 448 7492. Email: usedoil@iafrica.com or visit: www.rosefoundation.org.za
Funded by:
Funded by:
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RECYCLING OIL SAVES THE ENVIRONMENT
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When you dump used motor oil into drains, or dispose of it unsafely, you’re not only threatening the environment, you’re threatening your well-being too. Used oil is a hazardous waste that can contaminate drinking water. Always use ROSE approved collectors and recyclers to dispose of your used oil.
SHEQ in mining
hazardous Safe disposal of
waste
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
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:
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Registering on the SAWIS Companies that produce more than 20 kg of hazardous waste per day are required to register on the SAWIS.
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Analysis and classification of waste Waste generators are required to have their waste classified in terms of SANS 10234 (Globally Harmonised System of
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-grave When 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 fines Although all generators of hazardous waste now have to comply with the stringent
SHEQ in mining
Testing every time Alcohol abuse is rife in the mining
volume and safety-sensitive work
sector in southern Africa, which affects
environments, as the device offers
both the safety of the employees
quick and accurate results, allowing
and productivity. Employees under
for rapid testing.”
the influence of alcohol will often disregard
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
safety
rules,
According to Crossland, mines
neglect
that have implemented 100-percent
their duties, become careless and
testing using Lifeloc Sentinel have
sometimes
aggressively.
reported a change in staff behaviour,
As a result of the excessive use of
behave
as employees are tested every time
alcohol among employees, mines are
they arrive at work.
continually looking for new ways to curb the problem.
“The breathalyser is a fully automated system that can easily be
“The best approach is to move
integrated into most access control
from random alcohol testing to
systems, including turnstiles and
100-percent testing, but the barrier
security controlled access points.
has been the time it takes to test
“Once the subject begins to blow,
each employee,” Michael Crossland,
the breath pressure sensor will
PSA Africa product manager, explains.
automatically activate the test, which
“Most testers take too long to reset
will immediately show a result for a
and slow down the access-control
negative reading. The readings can be
process, and manual systems that
easily understood, with clean icons
require operator assistance are open
and prompts on the full-colour LCD
to abuse.”
touch screen,” he concludes.
He
adds:
“The
Lifeloc
FC5
As
the
device
is
operator
Sentinel breathalyser is a wall-
free,
mounted, fast and repeatable breath
bribery, intimidation, favouritism,
alcohol system that is operator
discrimination and ensures that all
free. It’s the ideal solution for high-
employees are tested daily.
it
removes
human
error,
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SIMULTANEOUS PROTECTION AGAINST ACID AND FIRE
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SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE
torch Carrying the (safety)
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
Do you offer any training on how the products should be used? Yes we do. What does this entail? Initial training includes briefing each
Do you offer any maintenance on these products? We do offer a maintenance programme.
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
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Evacutation is made simple with atubi
One or more people can ensure a safe evacuation of a compromised person in emergency situations. 38
Facts: • Quick and easy to deploy • Simple and easy to follow instruction sheet is included, no training is required • Functions effectively up and down stairs • Fits through narrow passages • Slides over rough uneven surfaces • SABS tested to carry loads of up to 300kg • Multiple handles offer a safe easy grip • Compact and easy to store. • No sharp, protruding parts that could cause potential injury to bystandards • Waterproof and easy to clean • Grab handle can be used by a single person in extreme emergency situations
Adam is available on 011 440 8226 for further information or a demonstration.
www.sitwell.co.za
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PPE
Quality remains the name of the game
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 highperformance PPE that offers superior protection remains unchanged
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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
These gumboots are made for working 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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technology, for increased comfort and protection. Honeywell singleuse 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
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RISK MANAGEMENT
Up to the minute
telematics 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
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Geotab’s end-to-end fleet tracking ccording to the Road Freight
and its cargo, but the reputational damage
Association – an organisation
that comes with it,” explains Pierce.
that influences the state of
There is, however, some respite for
the industry, from rates to
the industry. The new service Positioning+
driver interests and health – truck hijackings
(a service within Dynafleet; a fleet
increased by ten percent from 2013 to May
management system from Volvo Trucks)
this year, with a total of 1 200 hijackings
makes it possible to track a vehicle’s
taking place at an estimated cost of
geographic location, minute by minute,
R12 billion.
thus assisting time-critical transport
Hein Jordt, managing director of Ctrack
“One good example is the concrete
the cargo is usually the intended target:
industry,” explains Johan Östberg, product
“Hijackers target loads that either offer
specialist at Volvo Trucks. “Timing is
high-value goods – such as cellphones,
everything – down to the very minute the
tablets and expensive alcohol – for which
truck must roll up to take delivery of its load
they have a definite market, or loads
of concrete.
that can be disposed of swiftly – such
“When mixing concrete, the mixture
as nappies, cigarettes or any fast-moving
is individually adjusted to match the time
consumer goods.”
needed for loading and the time needed for
Jerry Pierce, operations manager at
delivery and casting. With Positioning+ it is
Cartrack, adds: “Hijackers may be looking
possible to precisely determine when the
for a specific cargo, such as high-value
truck will arrive and to prepare the concrete
electronic goods or grocery items, among
blend accordingly.”
vehicle or its trailers may be the target.
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operations.
Fleet Management Solutions, states that
others. On other occasions the actual
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Tip-top telematics
Apart from the real-time positioning feature, this service makes it possible to
“Cargo items find their way back into the
define a geographic area, a route or an entire
economy, the black market, or are shipped
country and receive messages every time a
across the border. Vehicles and trailers are
truck passes through these defined areas.
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
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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.
stripped for parts, shipped across the border
This is particularly useful in warehousing
or are simply relicensed, with the aid of
operations, where staff need to know
“If a truck deviates from its route, the
corrupt officials, and put back on our roads.”
when a truck arrives and when it leaves so
system issues an alert. This creates a safer,
These crimes cost the economy, the
they can carry out follow-up activities. For
more secure working environment for
insurance industry and operators billions.
certain types of transport the positioning
drivers hauling high-value goods,” explains
“It’s not just the cost of replacing the vehicle
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