Knowledge base
Practical articles on OHS Act compliance, safety files, health and safety plans, and what South African contractors need to know before going on site.
A complete breakdown of the documents required in a South African construction safety file under the OHS Act 85 of 1993 and Construction Regulations 2014.
Data-driven safety management is changing how South African contractors identify hazards, track compliance, and prevent incidents on site.
Why self-assembled health and safety files often fail a Department of Labour inspection — and what a compliant safety plan actually requires.
A health and safety plan is not an administrative formality — it is the foundation of safe construction work under South African law. Here is what it does and why it matters.
Emergency procedures are a legal requirement under the OHS Act. Here is what must be included in your construction safety file and how to make emergency planning practical on site.
A well-prepared health and safety plan is not just a compliance cost — it directly affects whether a construction project runs on time and within budget.
A walkthrough of how MySafetyFile generates a complete, OHS Act compliant construction safety file — and why 8 minutes and R500 is achievable without cutting corners.
