Paul Reyneke 
Training to Perform Their Jobs In a previous article, we explored the concept of staff involvement, emphasising that it extends beyond merely allowing Safety Representatives to voice concerns to management. True staff involvement means seamlessly integrating safety practices into daily work routines. This requires fostering a culture where the organisation provides a robust safety framework … Read more
As the new year begins, I reflect on a series of late-2024 articles challenging conventional safety management wisdom, a series I will continue in 2025. The initial posts started to explore some critical safety practices, and I will continue to offer fresh perspectives and practical advice on many more critical concepts. The first two topics … Read more
Legal Obligations for Worker Engagement It is a legal requirement in most jurisdictions to actively involve workers in health and safety. While employers have some flexibility in determining how to fulfil this duty, legislation and regulations often suggest appointing formally trained Safety Representatives and forming Safety Committees as primary methods. This approach, though understandable, raises … Read more
The Central Role of Risk Assessment Risk assessment stands as the cornerstone of any effective safety management system (SMS). It’s where everything starts and feeds into—or flows from. Think of it as a spider web with risk management at the centre; every element, from setting objectives and planning, incident management, and worker participation to safety … Read more
Each new blog will appear here when it has been published. The next topic will focus on the how to maximise training in the health and safety context Watch this space!