In the Occupational Health & Safety Act no.85 of 1993, reference is made to ‘medical surveillance’ and is defined as a planned programme of periodic examination/medicals (which may include clinical examinations, biological monitoring or medical [...]
The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD), which affects the blood flow to the heart. Decreased blood flow can [...]
The primary goal of an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) has always been to help with resolving or managing problems that can interfere with an employee’s ability to perform their work. They are able to provide [...]
With the upcoming of World HIV/AIDS day on 1 December, HSP thought it would be a good idea to post some information on HIV/AIDS as this disease is a global pandemic which has had a [...]
Prostate cancer has the potential to grow and spread very quickly. It is important for patients to discuss their various testing options with HSP Group. The number of men being diagnosed with cancer is rising [...]
Imagine, for a moment, that you must strain to hear your family members from across the room or co-workers from 20 feet away. Imagine that you must also wear a hearing aid to hear your [...]
Whether an employee is handling heavy machinery or filing spreadsheets on a computer, clear vision is necessary to get the job done as efficiently and effectively as possible. Protect your eyes by using the correct [...]
Employees working with human waste, face serious health hazards and risks of becoming ill. It is the responsibility of employers to ensure the fitness and health of the employees, and that of the employees to [...]
What is HPV and how is it spread? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of viruses that is the most common sexually transmitted infection. HPV is transmitted through vaginal, anal and oral sex and through [...]
Physical abuse – if the complainant is being physically injured by the respondent, for example, being punched, kicked or pushed. Sexual abuse – if the complainant is being forced by the respondent to perform a sexual act, [...]
