Category:Featured September/October 2016

The new standard of mine design
October 11, 2016

The new standard of mine design

WorleyParsons RSA, a project delivery company, comments on the development of a new ISO standard – ISO 19426 Design of structures for the mining...

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Nothing is accidental
October 11, 2016

Nothing is accidental

Through its Safetember initiative, the Federated Employer’s Mutual Assurance Company (FEM), is taking the fight to accidents – particularly motor vehicle accidents – in...

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Cheaper is seldom better
October 11, 2016

Cheaper is seldom better

Accidents related to substance abuse cost companies hundreds of thousands of rand every year. Therefore, it’s vital to purchase quality testing equipment, such as...

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What a waste!
October 11, 2016

What a waste!

While many First World countries are doing an exceptional job of managing their waste, some countries in the BRICS group (comprising Brazil, Russia, India,...

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To err is human
October 11, 2016

To err is human

People make mistakes – it’s human nature. However, most mistakes are preventable. What can be done to help employees make things “go right”? Safety...

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As green as ever
October 11, 2016

As green as ever

Once again held in the Drakensburg, Noshcon celebrated its 55th anniversary this year. It’s clear, from the topics of discussion at the event, that...

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Is training South Africa’s saviour?
October 11, 2016

Is training South Africa’s saviour?

South Africa’s rate of unemployment shows no signs of abating any time soon. Could this be addressed via training? CHARLEEN CLARKE discovers that this...

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