Campaign to help public safely dispose of old, unused meds
During National Pharmacy Week from 1 - 7 September 2008, pharmacists countrywide will assist consumers in getting rid of old and unused medicine in a safe and responsible manner. This is an excellent opportunity to spring-clean medicine cabinets and dispose of old medicines that accumulated during the winter months. 25 Aug 2008 12:32

Japan demands probe into cause of nano flame-outs
[Erika Morphy] Several incidents of iPod nanos bursting into flames have created consumer jitters in gadget-happy Japan. Apple is downplaying the problem, pointing out that no major injuries or damage have been reported. The problem is due to defective batteries, the company said, and only a tiny percentage of the devices have caught on fire. 20 Aug 2008 12:04

SA to host International tobacco conference
[Tamar Kahn] Thanks to anti-tobacco legislation, SA will host the third Conference of Parties on Tobacco Control later this year. 28 Jul 2008 10:18

Imperial Logistics Social Responsibility Programmes - Phedišang - Imperial Logistics
Imperial Logistics is one of three divisions within the Imperial Holdings Group and the leading logistics and supply chain management company in Southern Africa. Since 2001, the company has driven various Corporate Social Responsibility programmes. Some of these programmes are linked to the services that the company provides. Imperial Logistics focuses amongst others on initiatives to ensure the health and safety of its own drivers and provides extensive support to HIV/AIDS projects in partnership with the Road Freight Association (RFA) and the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight industry. 25 Jul 2008 15:18

Cough, cold medicines for infants under investigation
The Medicines Control Council of South Africa (MCC) has requested all manufacturers of cough and cold medicines to provide information regarding the effects of the ingredients on infants. 30 Jun 2008 11:36

Govt prioritises biosafety in genetically-modified farm produce
[Shaun Benton] Government is making biosafety a priority not only in terms of genetically-modified organisms in food but also in terms of food products entering the country's borders. 26 Jun 2008 12:55

BPA-free bottle now available
Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical found in polycarbonate baby bottles, won't harm most people, but it can be released when such bottles are heated and could pose risk to newborns and infants. Now, however, there is a baby bottle that is claimed to be totally free of BPA and reputedly completely safe for infants. 19 Jun 2008 08:09

Sunspray receives HACCP accreditation
Sunspray Food Ingredients, independent manufacturer of spray-dried ingredients, has received its HACCP accreditation from the SABS. HACCP, which stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, is a systematic preventive approach to food safety. 12 Jun 2008 06:10

Operations at a Thohoyandou site shut down
Labour inspectors in Limpopo have ordered a Thohoyandou construction company to halt operations at all of its three sites after the employer failed to comply with safety laws. This followed the collapse of a nine-meter high wall at the Madina Shopping complex which left several workers injured. 18 Apr 2008 10:20

The heat is on
Chances are, sometime this winter you'll be looking to turn on the heat in your warehouse. Imagine if the heater you turn on warms you and your workers, instead of just the air around you. 18 Apr 2008 06:55

Farmers urged to invest in their workers
Farmers in the Western Cape have been urged by Labour Minister Membathisi Mdladlana to invest in their workers and treat them with respect. 15 Apr 2008 12:07

Beans canned before buyers turn green
[Tamlyn Stewart] Retailers respond to Tiger Brands' warning. 15 Apr 2008 11:10

Consumers urged to support paraffin campaign
[Nthambeleni Gabara] The Paraffin Safety Association is urging all household energy consumers to support its consumer rights campaign which calls for government to formulate and implement the Low Income Household Energy Safety Policy. 13 Mar 2008 06:21