Technology has radically transformed every aspect of the way we live and work. Notably, alcohol and drug testing have made significant strides in the …
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Intoxication / Substance AbuseWorker Fitness
Addressing the growing threat of substance abuse in mining operations
by netstedMining companies face significant safety risks associated with the use of nyaope and cannabis among their employees, jeopardising both the well-being of workers and …
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Dangerous GoodsMasksPersonal Protective EquipmentSilicosis / AsbestosTechnologyVentilationWorker Fitness
Ventilation in mines as an enabler and not a constraint
by netstedThe core business of mines is to extract ore safely in line with market demand and forecasts, stockpile levels, processing capacity, transport and hoisting …
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Silicosis / AsbestosWorker Fitness
When you build in a dusty environment, size does matter
by Johan JonckIn the construction area, our workers are continuously exposed to dust inhalation. The dust emanates from various sources. Work processes likely to generate dust …
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Intoxication / Substance AbuseWorker Fitness
Testing for cannabis in the workplace – just as crucial as testing for alcohol
by Johan JonckSince its decriminalisation, the use of cannabis has become more socially acceptable over the years. No longer a crime to use cannabis in the …
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Intoxication / Substance AbuseWorker Fitness
Alcohol education and testing is the only way to effectively increase workplace safety in mines
by netstedWith its reputation as one of the most dangerous industries in the world, it’s important that mining enterprises keep pushing to increase workplace safety. …
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COVID-19Worker Fitness
Coronavirus – a hazardous distraction in the mining and construction industries
by netstedIn recent weeks there has been an enhanced spotlight on alcohol consumption in South Africa and the various dangers associated with it. Media and …
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COVID-19Personal Protective EquipmentWorker Fitness
Revised Covid-19 Direction on Health & Safety in The Workplace
by netstedWhat do employers need to know? The Minister of Employment & Labour has issued a revised Covid-19 Direction on Health & Safety in the …
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Intoxication / Substance AbuseWorker Fitness
How easy is it to install breathalysers at gates, entrances to sites, turnstiles, refineries and at pedestrian entrance points?
by Johan JonckAutomated Entrance Breathalyser System Alcoscan EBS010 is a high-speed industrial alcohol tester suitable for installation at gates, entrances to sites, turnstiles, refineries…
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Intoxication / Substance AbuseWorker Fitness
Technology allows business owners test and breathalyse drivers remotely without having to physically test the user themselves
by Johan JonckThe iSober App & Cloud Service is a cutting-edge Bluetooth breathalyser test management platform for day-to-day capturing, sharing, tracking and storage of breathalyser te…