S&V Protect Magazine Vol13 No2 Second Quarter 2019
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Working at Height
- Dylan Sutherland of Protekta Safety Africa writes on checking for the unexpected, like leading edges, sharp edges, hot works and chemicals, and UV.
Employee Issues
- Rhys Evans of ALCO-Safe writes on the truth about a Zero Tolerance Policy to alcohol and drugs.
Safety Footwear
- BBF Safety becomes one of a handful of manufacturers globally able to make dual compound rubber-soled safety footwear.
- Mossop's Optimum leather range targets safety and military applications.
Workwear
- BBF senior Sisi brand manager Vanessa Ronald says a holistic approach is needed to close the gender gap in mining.
- UNISA is working on a size chart for women's PPE.
Fire Protection
- Flame retardant product developed for mattresses is biodegradable and free of banned substances.
- Canadian fire fighter mental health guide - free eBook download.
Ergonomics
- The practical application of ergonomics.
Products & Services
- Digital licence plates: RFID system identifies vehicles at 220 km/h.
- StopTheCrash campaign for car and motorcycle safety launches in SA.
- Warning signals: Additions to E2S beacon range.
- Xplus Security Robot: Inspecting hazards remotely.
NRCS Approvals
- NRCS-approved safety footwear - updates since March 2019.
- NRCS-approved respiratory protective devices - the full list to date.
Buyers' Guide
- What's on offer.
Advertisers in this Issue
A+A Fair (2), BBF Safety Group/Bova Safety Wear (OFC), Claw Boot (4), Protekta Safety Gear (6), ProLamm (8), Rebel SafetyGear / (9), Selective International/Kaliber (11).
Footwear Industry Articles
- Springbok sponsors – and as a sports shop we can’t get a single jerseyPort Elizabeth, E. Cape, SA – What we hear is that both Nike and Adidas are losing sales internationally.Here, however, we’re affected by Nike’s Springbok sponsorship deal – as a sports shop, we can’t get a single Springbok rugby jersey or replica shirt. We couldn’t get them during the World Cup, we cou ...moreMr Price Sport: ‘Brands small – but important – part of our business’Durban, KZN, SA – Mr Price Sport will continue to look for opportunities to carry branded products, MD Anthony Findlay says.“Brands make up 10% to 15% of our merchandise, which may be small, but it’s an important part of the selection.”Through a collab with the SA distributor of U.S. brand Everlast, which is associ ...moreVans still in freefall, ‘but VF rate of decline moderated’VF Corporation reports first quarter fiscal 2025 results and reiterates FY25 free cash flow guidanceDenver, U.S. (06 August 2024) - VF Corporation today reported financial results for its first quarter (Q1'FY25) ended June 29, 2024, announcing a quarterly per share dividend of $0.09.Bracken Darrell, President and CEO, said: "As I com ...more
Leather Industry Articles
- Job Cards
Job cards – are these bureaucratic pieces of paperwork worth anything? The tracking of work, quality control indicators, dates and timing, and non-conformance can be tagged onto this tool and production control and monitoring can be greatly enhanced. The job card can be historical and diagnostic.Can a tannery run production without ...moreIULTCS announces the appointment of four new Commission Chairs
Each Chairperson was selected due to their dedication, leadership, and vision for the IULTCS organization, these attributes stood out during the election process, and the officers are confident that each one will excel in their new role.As Commission Chairs, they will play a crucial part in shaping the future initiatives, fostering collab ...moreSurge in exports to Brazil and Argentina in 2023 : Is South America a new Eldorado for SA’s automotive leather industry?
Note: S&V African Leather asked both Bader SA and Pangea SA, SA’s – and Africa’s – surviving specialist automotive leather tanneries, to comment for this article. At the deadline, neither had responded. ...more
PPE Industry Articles
- Web platform and app aim to improve quality of life for people with Parkinson’s diseaseSankt Augustin, Germany (02 May 2024) – Parkinson’s disease is one of the most prevalent neurodegenerative conditions worldwide. It causes motor impairments such as tremors, slow movement, muscle stiffness, and balance problems. Memory can also worsen as the disease progresses. The individual course of the disease cannot be pr ...morePristine spaces promote wellbeing
A clean, peaceful, and safe workplace fosters confidence in both employees and visitors, while poorly maintained environments have the opposite effect. Francois van Zyl, the General Manager of Broll Specialised Services, emphasizes the significant impact of a well-kept workspace on employee morale and the impression it creates for visitors or clients. ...moreSensor measures oxygen content of breath
Freiburg, Germany (02 May 2024) – Oxygen saturation in the blood that is either too low or too high can cause lasting physical harm or even death. This is why patients’ oxygen concentrations are monitored continuously in both intensive care and trauma units. However, the pulse oximeters typically clipped onto a patient&rs ...more
