Assessing process safety action in selected South African oil companies
- Mashiloane, Mosebetsi Stanley
- Authors: Mashiloane, Mosebetsi Stanley
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Manufacturing processes -- South Africa -- Safety measures Petroleum industry and trade -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/22596 , vital:30017
- Description: The study was triggered by the number of process safety incidents that are taking place in South African oil companies. The impact of these process safety incidents has resulted in multiple fatalities, revenue loss, fires and explosions in the past. The problem is so immense that the process safety actions, coming from the process safety studies to prevent and mitigate these incidents have been ignored, not attended to, not implemented or not understood by the oil industries for the past 15-20 years. Hence the process safety incidents are still happening and the oil industry has not learnt from previous incidents.
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- Date Issued: 2018
- Authors: Mashiloane, Mosebetsi Stanley
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Manufacturing processes -- South Africa -- Safety measures Petroleum industry and trade -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/22596 , vital:30017
- Description: The study was triggered by the number of process safety incidents that are taking place in South African oil companies. The impact of these process safety incidents has resulted in multiple fatalities, revenue loss, fires and explosions in the past. The problem is so immense that the process safety actions, coming from the process safety studies to prevent and mitigate these incidents have been ignored, not attended to, not implemented or not understood by the oil industries for the past 15-20 years. Hence the process safety incidents are still happening and the oil industry has not learnt from previous incidents.
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- Date Issued: 2018
Production and safety, health, environment and quality performance: investigating the corporate sustainability of Ngqura container terminal
- Authors: Methola, Moleboheng
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Total quality management in human services Work environment Harbors -- Economic aspects -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/31984 , vital:31906
- Description: Container terminals around the country play an important role in the economy. The Ngqura Container Terminal situated in the Eastern Cape, was strategically built as a terminal of choice to boost the economy of the Eastern Cape. Since starting operations in 2009, the Terminal has seen a steady improvement in volumes’ growth but unstable operational performance. The Port of Ngqura continues to seek options in fulfilling the purpose of its development. Zero incidences and best production performance are of strategic importance. Most researchers have identified a sustainability model as an effective tool of business success. Corporate sustainability can be viewed as evolving corporate management. It is an alternative traditional growth and profit maximization model, while it recognizes that corporate growth and profitability are important. Research indicates that Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) cover issues relating to the social, mental and physical wellbeing of workers and these are recognized as core to corporate sustainability. Researchers also stipulate that SHEQ do affect production performance. Supporting SHEQ, corporate sustainability can link SHEQ Management with human resources, environment, profitability and productivity. Working in safe and healthy conditions enhances the employee’s performance, increases their motivation and effectiveness, raises business productivity and consequently improves the quality of the product. The aim of the study was to establish whether there was a relationship between SHEQ performance, production performance and corporate sustainability at the Ngqura Container Terminal. The findings of the study from the literature review and the empirical study were used to evaluate whether SHEQ performance and production performance affected each other and the impact they had on corporate sustainability at the Ngqura Container Terminal. The literature review suggested that SHEQ performance and production performance do affect each other.
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- Date Issued: 2018
- Authors: Methola, Moleboheng
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Total quality management in human services Work environment Harbors -- Economic aspects -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/31984 , vital:31906
- Description: Container terminals around the country play an important role in the economy. The Ngqura Container Terminal situated in the Eastern Cape, was strategically built as a terminal of choice to boost the economy of the Eastern Cape. Since starting operations in 2009, the Terminal has seen a steady improvement in volumes’ growth but unstable operational performance. The Port of Ngqura continues to seek options in fulfilling the purpose of its development. Zero incidences and best production performance are of strategic importance. Most researchers have identified a sustainability model as an effective tool of business success. Corporate sustainability can be viewed as evolving corporate management. It is an alternative traditional growth and profit maximization model, while it recognizes that corporate growth and profitability are important. Research indicates that Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) cover issues relating to the social, mental and physical wellbeing of workers and these are recognized as core to corporate sustainability. Researchers also stipulate that SHEQ do affect production performance. Supporting SHEQ, corporate sustainability can link SHEQ Management with human resources, environment, profitability and productivity. Working in safe and healthy conditions enhances the employee’s performance, increases their motivation and effectiveness, raises business productivity and consequently improves the quality of the product. The aim of the study was to establish whether there was a relationship between SHEQ performance, production performance and corporate sustainability at the Ngqura Container Terminal. The findings of the study from the literature review and the empirical study were used to evaluate whether SHEQ performance and production performance affected each other and the impact they had on corporate sustainability at the Ngqura Container Terminal. The literature review suggested that SHEQ performance and production performance do affect each other.
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- Date Issued: 2018
Assessing the health and safety management of SMME's in the South African construction industry
- Authors: Quantoi, Phoebus Llewellyn
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry -- Safety measures , Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Small business -- Health aspects
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/3842 , vital:20468
- Description: The prosperity of small micro and medium enterprises (SMME’s) in the construction industry is vital for the improvement of the South African economy. Unfortunately, the poor safety record of this industry negatively affects the sustainability of SMME’s and augments the loss of human lives. Owners and managers of SMME’s in the construction industry are usually financially fragile and unaware of the direct and an indirect cost associated with injuries that may result in potential profit loss and ultimately, bankruptcy. The construction industry continues to lead with high levels of fatalities and injuries compared to other industrial sectors. High levels of non-compliance with health and safety legislation in the construction industry necessitate creative interventions to improve health and safety standards. The objective of the research was to establish to what extent SMME’s comply with health and safety in the construction industry. Research was done by means of a survey questionnaire and the findings concluded that government laws are appropriate however the enforcing of such law needs attention. Furthermore, most owners are aware of the required legislation but the competitive nature allude that “that shortcuts are taken”.
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- Date Issued: 2015
- Authors: Quantoi, Phoebus Llewellyn
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry -- Safety measures , Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Small business -- Health aspects
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/3842 , vital:20468
- Description: The prosperity of small micro and medium enterprises (SMME’s) in the construction industry is vital for the improvement of the South African economy. Unfortunately, the poor safety record of this industry negatively affects the sustainability of SMME’s and augments the loss of human lives. Owners and managers of SMME’s in the construction industry are usually financially fragile and unaware of the direct and an indirect cost associated with injuries that may result in potential profit loss and ultimately, bankruptcy. The construction industry continues to lead with high levels of fatalities and injuries compared to other industrial sectors. High levels of non-compliance with health and safety legislation in the construction industry necessitate creative interventions to improve health and safety standards. The objective of the research was to establish to what extent SMME’s comply with health and safety in the construction industry. Research was done by means of a survey questionnaire and the findings concluded that government laws are appropriate however the enforcing of such law needs attention. Furthermore, most owners are aware of the required legislation but the competitive nature allude that “that shortcuts are taken”.
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- Date Issued: 2015
Employer and employee perceptions on the implementation of health and safety regulations at a selected mine
- Hlatywayo, Clifford Kendrick https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1776-9812
- Authors: Hlatywayo, Clifford Kendrick https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1776-9812
- Date: 2011-11
- Subjects: Platinum mines and mining -- South Africa , Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Mine safety -- South Africa -- Measurement
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/29204 , vital:77607
- Description: South Africa is the largest producer of platinum. Safety in mines has and is always a concern; no matter how much is being done incidents still occur. The ability to improve the health and safety regulations is dependent on safety culture, or the norms surrounding reactions following an error, the learning that takes place, and the proactive strategies in place to prevent future errors. Effective implementation of health and safety regulations requires an environment in which employees are empowered to make decisions about their conditions of work. Very little literature, if any, could be found on the subject particularly as it applies in platinum mining. In the light of this research, do incidents occur because health and safety regulations are not being implemented effectively or are they due to employee negligence? South African unions propose that the government should enact new health and safety regulations to compel mining companies to uphold higher safety standards and prevent avoidable mine accidents and deaths. Is this to say that current legislations is ineffective or that there are loopholes that must be closed. Is this a case in which employees are not well informed or are employers simply not abiding by health and safety regulations or are the health and safety regulations ineffective. The following study looked into the perception of employers and employees on the implementation of health and safety regulations at a selected platinum mine in Mpumalanga. Two instruments were distributed to the respondents. There were 153 questionnaires returned for employees as well as 22 for employers. Random sampling was utilised. The data was subjected to a number of statistical analyses including T-tests, and analysis of variance on the difference in perception of the groups under study. Findings from the research indicated that even though employers and employees have a positive perception on implementation of health and safety regulations, there is still a mismatch between implementation and execution of the policies. Consequently, many suggestions are not always turned into actual action to maintain the safety and health of employees. , Thesis (MCom) -- Faculty of Management and Commerce , 2011
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- Date Issued: 2011-11
- Authors: Hlatywayo, Clifford Kendrick https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1776-9812
- Date: 2011-11
- Subjects: Platinum mines and mining -- South Africa , Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Mine safety -- South Africa -- Measurement
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/29204 , vital:77607
- Description: South Africa is the largest producer of platinum. Safety in mines has and is always a concern; no matter how much is being done incidents still occur. The ability to improve the health and safety regulations is dependent on safety culture, or the norms surrounding reactions following an error, the learning that takes place, and the proactive strategies in place to prevent future errors. Effective implementation of health and safety regulations requires an environment in which employees are empowered to make decisions about their conditions of work. Very little literature, if any, could be found on the subject particularly as it applies in platinum mining. In the light of this research, do incidents occur because health and safety regulations are not being implemented effectively or are they due to employee negligence? South African unions propose that the government should enact new health and safety regulations to compel mining companies to uphold higher safety standards and prevent avoidable mine accidents and deaths. Is this to say that current legislations is ineffective or that there are loopholes that must be closed. Is this a case in which employees are not well informed or are employers simply not abiding by health and safety regulations or are the health and safety regulations ineffective. The following study looked into the perception of employers and employees on the implementation of health and safety regulations at a selected platinum mine in Mpumalanga. Two instruments were distributed to the respondents. There were 153 questionnaires returned for employees as well as 22 for employers. Random sampling was utilised. The data was subjected to a number of statistical analyses including T-tests, and analysis of variance on the difference in perception of the groups under study. Findings from the research indicated that even though employers and employees have a positive perception on implementation of health and safety regulations, there is still a mismatch between implementation and execution of the policies. Consequently, many suggestions are not always turned into actual action to maintain the safety and health of employees. , Thesis (MCom) -- Faculty of Management and Commerce , 2011
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- Date Issued: 2011-11
The development of an integrated management model for occupational health and safety in medical institutions
- Authors: Du Toit, Willem Johannes
- Date: 2005
- Subjects: Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Industrial hygiene -- South Africa -- Management , Health facilities -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: vital:8551 , http://hdl.handle.net/10948/1300 , Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Industrial hygiene -- South Africa -- Management , Health facilities -- South Africa
- Description: Health and safety management forms part of the overall risk management of medical institutions, and deals with the responsibility of an organisation to provide a risk free environment for all who are exposed to the activities of such medical institutions. Affected people include health care workers, contractors, visitors, and patients. Medical institutions, and hospitals specifically, are uniquely distinct from other industries in that they employ highly skilled staff with specific specialised knowledge. These institutions are also increasingly making use of complex technology that requires specialist staff to operate medical machines and equipment. These specific aspects are accounted for in this research. The overall purpose of this research is to determine the need for an alternative approach to the management of health and safety in medical institutions. An appropriate model will be developed that can be integrated into the existing health and safety management system. The research methodology for this study comprises the following steps: Firstly, the health and safety environment was researched in relation to all stakeholders, external and internal, that are affected by medical institutions’ activities. The effect of these activities, and how it influences health and safety management, was evaluated in a South African context. Secondly, the overall risk management approach of medical institutions and the effect of organisational culture were researched to determine the effect on health and safety performance. Thirdly, a questionnaire was sent to selected staff of five hospitals in the Eastern and Western Cape to determine their perception and experience of health and safety management. Quantitative data on incidents in Netcare Hospitals were obtained, and a comparison of the questionnaire studies was done to determine the need for a health and safety model. The final step of this study entailed the development of a health and safety model using legislative requirements and the needs identified in the research. A proposal is made to integrate specialist functions and departments into the existing health and safety management system, in order to strengthen the managerial capabilities of such a system. The importance of improving the safety and compliance culture is indicated.
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- Date Issued: 2005
- Authors: Du Toit, Willem Johannes
- Date: 2005
- Subjects: Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Industrial hygiene -- South Africa -- Management , Health facilities -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Thesis , Masters , MBA
- Identifier: vital:8551 , http://hdl.handle.net/10948/1300 , Industrial safety -- South Africa -- Management , Industrial hygiene -- South Africa -- Management , Health facilities -- South Africa
- Description: Health and safety management forms part of the overall risk management of medical institutions, and deals with the responsibility of an organisation to provide a risk free environment for all who are exposed to the activities of such medical institutions. Affected people include health care workers, contractors, visitors, and patients. Medical institutions, and hospitals specifically, are uniquely distinct from other industries in that they employ highly skilled staff with specific specialised knowledge. These institutions are also increasingly making use of complex technology that requires specialist staff to operate medical machines and equipment. These specific aspects are accounted for in this research. The overall purpose of this research is to determine the need for an alternative approach to the management of health and safety in medical institutions. An appropriate model will be developed that can be integrated into the existing health and safety management system. The research methodology for this study comprises the following steps: Firstly, the health and safety environment was researched in relation to all stakeholders, external and internal, that are affected by medical institutions’ activities. The effect of these activities, and how it influences health and safety management, was evaluated in a South African context. Secondly, the overall risk management approach of medical institutions and the effect of organisational culture were researched to determine the effect on health and safety performance. Thirdly, a questionnaire was sent to selected staff of five hospitals in the Eastern and Western Cape to determine their perception and experience of health and safety management. Quantitative data on incidents in Netcare Hospitals were obtained, and a comparison of the questionnaire studies was done to determine the need for a health and safety model. The final step of this study entailed the development of a health and safety model using legislative requirements and the needs identified in the research. A proposal is made to integrate specialist functions and departments into the existing health and safety management system, in order to strengthen the managerial capabilities of such a system. The importance of improving the safety and compliance culture is indicated.
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- Date Issued: 2005
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