Changes to the OHS Legislation
OHS legislation has seen some major changes recently and there are more to come…. In March 2021, Cabinet approved the…
5 May 2021
Occupational hygienists – that’s what we are
I read something yesterday! To my great delight, and for the first time in my 31-year career as a Registered…
28 September 2020
COVID-19 and indoor air quality
Under Level 5 of the COVID-19 lockdown, all non-essential services were halted, workplaces were closed and workers were sent home.…
29 September 2020
Promulgated ergonomics regulations of 2019
The Ergonomic Regulations were promulgated in December 2019. Ergonomics aims to balance the interaction between various elements within the work-system…
28 September 2020
Safe handling of healthcare waste
The healthcare system is one of society’s most important and integral systems as it restores health and saves the lives…
29 September 2020
The need for occupational hygiene in the workplace
Part of managing any productive working environment is successfully managing occupational hygiene. Any organisation must manage occupational hygiene, since it…
28 September 2020
Indoor air quality and ventilation
The indoor environment within any building is dependent on the complex interaction of numerous factors. These factors typically include: the…
28 September 2020
Noise-induced hearing loss
Noise is commonly described as unwanted sound. Most people are exposed to noise every day of their lives - it's…
29 September 2020