S&V Protect Magazine Vol12 No3 Third Quarter 2018
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Safety Footwear
- SARS to tighten tariff headings for safety footwear.
- NRCS: Approval numbers creep up.
Work Wear
- DuPont flame and arc resistant fabrics now locally produced by Gelvenor.
- Work wear manufacturers boosted by SAB Kickstart programme for young entrepreneurs.
Working at height
- Dylan Sutherland of Protekta Safety Africa writes on the lethal dangers of dropped objects.
Head Protection
- Grant van der Merwe describes Pienaar Bros North's new Rhino ratchet liner.
Disease Prevention
- Kansai Plascon launches 'the world's first anti mosquito paint' to aid battle against malaria.
Fire Protection
- Another installer of fire protection systems fined for anti-competitive conduct.
Respiratory Protection
- German extraction and filtration systems manufacturer Kemper write on the need for effective protection form welding fumes.
Fairs, Conferences & Training
- OSH Africa 2019 Conference.
- ISO 45001 Lead implementer/Lead auditor.
Buyers' Guide
- What's on offer.
Advertisers in this Issue
BBF Safety Group/Sisi (OFC), Hi-Tec / Magnum (3), Palm Footwear / TerraPod (4), Neptun Boot (2), Protekta SA (5), Rebel SafetyGear / Dynapro (9).
Footwear Industry Articles
- Timberland returns to India after exiting in 2015
Initial Exit and Market StrugglesAccording to Livemint, Timberland, famous for its hiking boots and outdoor gear, withdrew from the Indian market in 2015 after struggling to establish a foothold. The primary reason for its exit was fierce competition from Woodland, a Canadian-founded footwear brand that entered India in 1992 and domi ...moreYounger generation decides Puma’s strategic direction on leather
Puma’s recent decision to significantly reduce leather usage in its footwear is a clear reflection of the evolving landscape of the fashion industry, driven primarily by the preferences of the younger generation. Gen Y, Z, and Alpha, who collectively make up around 65% of the U.S. population, are increasingly pri ...moreWhat if South Africa loses AGOA? A hypothetical scenario for the footwear export industryThe interconnected nature of trade, politics, and diplomacy reminds us that no industry operates in isolation. The possibility of South Africa losing its AGOA (African Growth and Opportunity Act) benefits is purely hypothetical, but exploring such scenarios helps us plan for resilience and adaptability. This article is a thought exercise ...more
Leather Industry Articles
- Fusion achieves LWG silver ratingCape Town, W. Cape, SA – Fusion Leather World (Pty) Ltd is the 11th South African tannery to become a Leather Working Group (LWG) certified supplier. It has been awarded a silver rating.“It’s now expected of leather exporters to have certification,” said MD Denzil Spolander. “Most of our growth will be from e ...moreTRACEABILITY IN AFRICA
Africa, specifically South Africa, leads the world in the traceability of leather, especially crocodilian and ostrich leather. Created decades ago, the trace and tracking system adapted for the high value exotic skins was implemented to prevent skin theft, and to monitor the value of skins (to enable the final payment to co-operative farm ...moreLULUC: Explaining the link between deforestation and the leather industry
Land use and land use change (LULUC) refers to the study area in general – that is the study of how global land use change (commonly through human intervention) results in increased atmospheric emissions. The obvious emission is that if the forest is burnt, the emissions are directly released into the atmosphere. However, the change ...more
PPE Industry Articles
- How dangerous is Radon?
Radon is estimated to cause 3% to 14% percent of all lung cancer cases in the world, depending on where you live and how much radon you are exposed to.Radon is a naturally occurring, invisible and odourless gas that enters homes and workplaces unnoticed. It can pose a serious health risk at elevated levels for a prolonged period. But what ...moreThe Fire and Life Safety Blame Game!
SFA: EMS Conference 10/24Leighton Bennett (BSc, MDP dip, Pr.CHSA, AIRMSA, GradSaiosh, .M.ACHASM, Former FIOSM)Safety First Association - Chairperson SHE and Risk Management ConsultantOverview• Fire and life safety aspects introduction • Owner / Lessor / Employer Fire and Life Safety Responsibilities • Meaning of life safety ...moreMBA North members place in top 4 of every category in MBSA National Safety Competition – again
Master Builders Association North (MBA North) members have continued their multi-year winning streak by being placed in the top four of every category in the 2024 Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) National Safety Competition (NSC) – the flagship event for health and safety in the building industry.Gerhard Roets, Health and Safety ...more
