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BLUE LABEL INTEGRATED ANNUAL REPORT 2014
AIRTIME
The OHSA clearly sets out the legislative requirements
for companies to ensure a safe and healthy work
environment. The Group Health and Safety Policy has
been implemented in accordance with the guidelines
set down in the OHSA and articulates the Group’s
commitment to ensuring a secure work environment.
This includes regular fire drills, monthly Health and
Safety Forum meetings, and regular training
workshops for elected representatives in respect of
first aid, fire marshalling and evacuation procedures.
Health and safety activities include:
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appointment of a Group Health and Safety
Manager, who assumes full responsibility for the
management and facilitation of health and safety-
related activities, inclusive of policy, practices and
procedures;
➔
appointment and training of health and safety
representatives, first aiders and fire marshals at the
head office and at branch offices;
➔
facilitating and documenting monthly meetings
conducted to evaluate Group health and safety
performance;
➔
identifying health and safety hazards by means of
a formal hazard survey done monthly and taking
appropriate action to mitigate such risks;
➔
displaying relevant health and safety plans,
evacuation procedures and policies in strategic
points throughout the place of business;
➔
creating awareness and training of employees
around health and safety requirements via rigorous
induction, regular drills and awareness
presentations;
➔
conducting business activities in a manner which
ensures the general wellbeing of staff from a
physical, mental and social perspective; and
➔
regular evaluation of Group practices compared
to relevant health and safety legislation.
The three main health and safety risks identified across
the Group are fire, motor vehicle accidents and floor
surfaces. The Group experienced 17 non-reportable
health and safety incidents during the year (2013: 10).
Disabling injury
frequency rate
2014
2013 2012 2011
South Africa
0.74
0.62 1.102 0.625
Work-related fatalities
0
1 0 0
The disabling injury frequency rate increased by 0.12
due to greater awareness among staff of the need to
report workplace injuries. The majority of the incidents
related to people slipping on stairs and motor vehicle
accidents. Staff are regularly reminded to exercise
caution when descending stairs, by using the
two-point contact technique.
The Group continues to offer staff the “Wellness for
Life” programme, which is aimed at addressing and
reducing stress levels. The programme partners with
organisations which specialise with counselling in
areas such as debt, trauma, substance abuse and
physical wellbeing, including support for those with
HIV/Aids, cancer, tuberculosis and diabetes. The Group
regularly arranges staff wellness days with
organisations to assist with health and wellness,
insurance, and financial and retirement planning.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
RESPONSIBILITY AND PRACTICES