Periculumconsult

30/03/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/f/202526-annual-paia-reports-submissions-officially-open

It’s that time of the year again, and the submission window for the 2026 PAIA Annual Reports is now officially open.

09/03/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/f/workplace-fatality-raises-ohs-compliance-questions-for-employers

A recent workplace fatality involving an employee at Steelbank Merchants has again highlighted the serious responsibilities employers carry under South African health and safety law.

06/03/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/blog/f/fisheries-minister-small-scale-fisheries-appeals-upheld

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Mr Willie Aucamp, has upheld the appeals submitted by small-scale fishing cooperatives in the Traditional Linefish and West Coast Rock Lobster sectors for the 2026...

27/02/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/blog/f/workplaces-in-overberg-fail-ohs-compliance-test-dismally

Workplaces in Overberg fail OHS compliance test dismally

19/02/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/f/first-aid-compliance-at-the-workplace

First Aid requirements at the workplace

08/02/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/blog/f/the-department-of-labour-66-inspections---employers-arrested

The Department of Labour conducted 66 inspections in the Wholesale and Retail sector, and 44 workplaces were found to be non-compliant with labour legislation, resulting in the issuance of multiple contravention and pro...

19/01/2026

Today we prepared a Hake Deepsea Vessel’s crew for the new year fishing season. We presented all the lessons we’ve learnt in 2026, the common findings and gaps from our vessel safety audits, and compliance with the MOSREGS. We also presented the 2026 permit conditions, and sustainable fishing practices.

Its always valuable to engage with crew. They give you real and practical experiences and examples of what actually happens at sea!

14/01/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/blog/f/squid-fishing-vessel-abandoned-at-sea-after-fire

On the evening of January 12, 2026, the squid fishing vessel Silver Dorado, operating off the coast of Gqeberha was abandoned after a fire broke out aboard the vessel while it was on its fishing grounds.

12/01/2026

2026 Fishing Industry Induction.

Permit conditions training, and the importance of safety at sea!

This year the proof is in the paperwork - documented safety meetings and drills are going to be important for safety officers on fishing vessels.

Wishing all fisherman a successful 2026 fishing season.

09/01/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/f/2025-lessons-learnt-ohs-and-hr-labour-inspections

In 2025, we assisted with a total of 69 Department of Labour inspections conducted at our clients’ premises.

09/01/2026

https://periculumconsult.co.za/f/the-hidden-compliance-risk-for-fishing-right-holders-in-sa

In South Africa’s commercial fishing industry, compliance is often viewed as a vessel owner responsibility. Logbooks, observers, permits, catch reporting, gear compliance – these are typically seen as the responsibility ...