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THSE Consultancy Zambia Ltd, Manchinchi Road, Livingstone (2026)

18/08/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO HIS EXCELLENCY PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema

THSE Consultancy Zambia Ltd extends its heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election.

We sincerely appreciate and recognise His Excellency’s contribution to advancing Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) in Zambia 🇿🇲

We believe that His Excellency’s renewed mandate presents an opportunity for strengthened support for occupational safety and health, effective implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the continued improvement of workplace safety standards across Zambia.

As a consultancy committed to Protecting People. Supporting Productivity., we look forward to contributing to the continued development of a strong safety culture and the promotion of healthier, safer and more productive workplaces throughout the country.

We wish His Excellency wisdom, strength and continued success as he leads Zambia into the next chapter.

Congratulations, Your Excellency, and congratulations to the people of Zambia. 🇿🇲

THSE Consultancy Zambia Ltd

Protecting People. Supporting Productivity.

16/08/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

FIRST AID IS A LEGAL REQUIREMENT IN ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

First aid is not just good practice — it is a legal requirement.

Many employers only think about the first-aid box after an accident or when an inspector arrives. By then, it may already be too late.

The Zambian law is clear:

1. Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 16 of 2025 – Section 14(2)(l)
Employers must provide adequate first-aid arrangements for emergencies and accidents.

2. Factories Act, Chapter 441 – Section 67
Requires properly stocked first-aid boxes, trained persons responsible for them, and clear notices indicating their location.

3. Workers’ Compensation Act – Section 85
Requires employers to provide and maintain the necessary first-aid appliances and services.

4. Building Operations & Works of Engineering Construction Regulations – Regulation 83
Provides additional requirements for construction sites, including sufficient first-aid boxes, stretchers and trained personnel.

A missing bandage or an empty first-aid box can cost more than money — it can cost a life and expose your company to legal consequences.

At THSE Consultancy Zambia Ltd, we supply workplace first-aid boxes stocked according to applicable Zambian legal requirements and the specific risks of your workplace or project.

Don’t wait for an accident to discover that your first-aid arrangements are inadequate.

Email us today for compliant first-aid boxes and practical HSE support.
THSE Consultancy Zambia Ltd

Practical HSE Solutions for Safer Workplaces.

10/08/2026

🇿🇲 ZAMBIA INTRODUCES MANDATORY RISK ASSESSMENT SUBMISSION, APPROVAL & FEES

Is Your Workplace Risk Assessment Still Legally Compliant?

The Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 16 of 2025 introduces important requirements for workplace risk assessments in Zambia.

Under Section 23, an employer with 10 or more employees at a workplace is required to conduct a workplace risk assessment.

However, organisations should take note of an important regulatory requirement:

The risk assessment report is required to be submitted to the Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) for approval, upon payment of the prescribed fee.

This means that a workplace risk assessment should no longer be treated simply as an internal HSE document that is prepared, signed and filed.

It should be:

• Relevant to the actual workplace and its activities
• ⁠Based on identified hazards and exposed persons
• ⁠Properly evaluated and documented
• ⁠Supported by appropriate risk control measures
• ⁠Consistent with applicable legal requirements
• ⁠Reviewed when significant changes occur
• ⁠Submitted to OHSI for approval where required

HOW OFTEN SHOULD A RISK ASSESSMENT BE CONDUCTED?

Under Section 23, the workplace risk assessment is required to be conducted at least once every two years, or earlier where circumstances require a new or revised assessment.

Employers should therefore have a system for monitoring the validity of their assessments and ensuring that changes in activities, processes, equipment, workplace conditions or hazards are properly reflected.

EMPLOYERS SHOULD ASK:

1. Is our risk assessment current?

2. Does it accurately reflect our actual workplace activities and hazards?

3. Have the risks been properly evaluated and controlled?

4. Does our assessment meet the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 16 of 2025?

5. Has it been submitted to OHSI for approval where required?

6. Have we accounted for the prescribed fee?

A generic or outdated risk assessment may not adequately demonstrate that an organisation has properly assessed the risks associated with its own workplace and activities.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR BUSINESSES?

The new requirements place greater emphasis on the quality, accuracy, relevance and legal defensibility of workplace risk assessments.

Organisations should not wait for an accident, inspection or regulatory intervention before reviewing their risk assessments.

This is the time to review, update and strengthen your workplace risk management arrangements.

NEED SUPPORT WITH YOUR RISK ASSESSMENT?

THSE Consultancy Zambia Limited provides professional HSE consultancy support to organisations seeking to strengthen their workplace health and safety compliance.

We can assist with:

🔹 Workplace Risk Assessment Development
🔹 Risk Assessment Review & Gap Analysis
🔹 Hazard Identification & Risk Evaluation
🔹 Risk Control Measures
🔹 HSE Legal Compliance Assessments
🔹 Occupational Health & Safety Documentation
🔹 Support in preparing risk assessments for regulatory submission

If your organisation already has a risk assessment, now is a good time to ask whether it is still legally and technically fit for purpose.

🇿🇲 Is your organisation ready for the new risk assessment requirements?

Contact THSE Consultancy Zambia Limited for professional HSE compliance support.

Source: Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 16 of 2025 — Section 23, ZambiaLII.

01/07/2026

When PPE Becomes the Hazard

During a random site inspection on a client's Transmission and Distribution project, our team identified a damaged electrical insulating glove that had remained in service. The glove was immediately removed from use to eliminate the risk of electrical injury.

As Zambia continues to expand its electricity infrastructure through investments in solar energy, transmission lines, substations, and distribution networks, maintaining high electrical safety standards is more important than ever. Electrical insulating gloves are a critical last line of defence for workers operating on or near energized systems—but they can only provide protection when they are in good condition.

A damaged insulating glove, whether torn, punctured, cracked, contaminated, wet, or deteriorated with age, can no longer provide the level of insulation it was designed for. Regardless of its voltage rating, a defective glove may expose workers to serious hazards, including:

⚠️ Electric shock
⚠️ Arc flash injuries
⚠️ Severe burns
⚠️ Permanent injury or fatal electrocution

This incident serves as an important reminder that PPE should never be assumed to be safe simply because it is available. Every electrical insulating glove should be:

✔️ Visually inspected before every use
✔️ Air-tested (where applicable) to detect leaks or punctures
✔️ Kept clean, dry, and properly stored
✔️ Periodically electrically tested in accordance with applicable standards
✔️ Immediately removed from service if any defect is identified

At THSE Consultancy Zambia Limited, we believe that proactive inspections save lives. Identifying defective PPE before an incident occurs is a simple action that can prevent serious injuries and fatalities.

Never assume. Always inspect. If in doubt, remove it from service and replace it.

25/06/2026

PPE IS IMPORTANT – BUT IS PPE ALONE ENOUGH TO PREVENT INJURIES?

Many organizations invest heavily in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), but PPE is only one part of an effective safety management system.

PPE is considered the last line of defence in the Hierarchy of Controls. Before relying on PPE, workplaces should first seek to:

✅ Eliminate hazards where possible
✅ Substitute safer processes, materials, or equipment
✅ Implement engineering controls
✅ Establish effective administrative controls, procedures, and training
✅ Use PPE to provide additional protection against residual risks

A strong safety culture focuses on controlling hazards at their source rather than relying solely on workers to protect themselves.

At THSE Consultancy Zambia Limited, we support organizations in strengthening their Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) performance through:

🔹 Risk Assessments and Hazard Identification
🔹 Development of HSSE Management Systems
🔹 Safety Audits and Inspections
🔹 Construction and Solar Project HSE Support
🔹 Training and Competency Development
🔹 Legal Compliance Assessments
🔹 Incident Investigation and Corrective Action Planning

Our goal is to help organizations move beyond compliance and build safer, more resilient workplaces.

💬 What is your view? Is PPE alone enough to prevent workplace injuries? Share your thoughts in the comments.

📧 Contact us to learn how we can support your organization in achieving its safety objectives.

24/06/2026

⚡SOLAR FARM HSE BEST PRACTICE⚡

STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE FOR THE SAFE ISOLATION AND REMOVAL OF A OPERATIONAL PV MODULE

Solar panels continue to generate electricity whenever exposed to sunlight. This means that even during maintenance activities, electrical hazards remain present if proper isolation procedures are not followed.

Before removing a faulty or damaged photovoltaic (PV) module:

✅ Conduct a risk assessment and obtain the necessary work permits.

✅ Wear the required PPE, including electrically rated gloves, safety helmet, eye protection, and appropriate footwear.

✅ Identify the affected module and verify the correct string or circuit.

✅ Isolate the circuit in accordance with the site’s Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedure.

✅ Confirm absence of voltage using an approved testing device before disconnecting conductors.

✅ Use insulated tools suitable for electrical work.

✅ Disconnect connectors carefully and avoid pulling cables.

✅ Remove the module using proper manual handling techniques and secure it to prevent dropping or damage.

✅ Inspect surrounding equipment and ensure no exposed live parts remain after removal.

✅ Report and document the defect in accordance with site maintenance procedures.

Remember: Solar PV modules can produce hazardous DC voltage whenever exposed to sunlight. Never assume equipment is de-energized—always isolate, test, verify, and proceed according to approved procedures.

18/06/2026

Work Safe, No Regrets!

Every task, no matter how routine, carries risks. Taking a few extra moments to follow safety procedures can prevent injuries, protect lives, and ensure everyone returns home safely.

Safety is not just a requirement—it's a responsibility we all share.

✅ Think before you act
✅ Follow safe work procedures
✅ Use the correct PPE
✅ Look out for your colleagues

Remember: The best incident is the one that never happens.

16/06/2026

🦺 Stay Safe. Stay Compliant. Stay Protected.

At THSE Consultancy Zambia Limited, we supply high-quality Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to help keep your workforce safe and productive.

✅ Reflective Safety Vests
✅ Safety Helmets (Hard Hats)
✅ Safety Gloves
✅ Safety Goggles
✅ Ear Muffs
✅ Dust Masks
✅ Respirator Masks
✅ Safety Harnesses
✅ Safety Boots

Whether you're in construction, mining, manufacturing, logistics, or any industrial environment, we've got the PPE solutions you need.

📞 Call/WhatsApp: +260 974 147 241

Quality PPE for a Safer Workplace. Safe Teams. Stronger Future.

12/06/2026

THE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT NO. 16 OF 2025: A NEW ERA OF SHARED RESPONSIBILITY IN ZAMBIA

Zambia has entered a new era in workplace health and safety.

Historically, occupational health and safety in Zambia was mainly focused on industrial sectors such as mining and factories, guided by earlier legislation like the Factories Act Chapter 441 of the laws of Zambia. As the economy expanded into construction, transport, agriculture, energy, and services, the need for a broader and more inclusive legal framework became necessary.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 16 of 2025 now marks a major shift. It extends occupational health and safety obligations across virtually all sectors of the economy and strengthens how workplace safety is managed, enforced, and implemented.

A key change under the new Act is the expansion of responsibility. Occupational health and safety is no longer the sole responsibility of employers. The law now places duties on multiple stakeholders, including:

• Employers
• Employees
• Self-employed persons
• Architects
• Engineers
• Designers
• Manufacturers
• Suppliers
• Importers
• Contractors and constructors
• Persons in control of workplaces and work activities

This means safety must now be considered from the design stage through to construction, operation, and maintenance of workplaces and systems. Designers, engineers, and architects must ensure safety by design, while employers and employees must maintain safe systems of work.

While this is a positive development for worker protection and sustainable business practice, it also presents a compliance challenge for many organisations that may not yet fully understand their legal obligations.

At THSE Consultancy Zambia Limited, we support organisations in navigating these requirements through practical solutions, including:

✔ Risk Assessments and Compliance Audits
✔ Health and Safety Management Systems
✔ Construction Safety Planning
✔ Workplace Inspections and Training
✔ Environmental and Legal Compliance Support

The OHS Act No. 16 of 2025 is not just a legal update—it is a call for stronger safety culture, accountability, and prevention across all sectors.

Is your organisation prepared?

THSE Consultancy Zambia Limited is here to support your compliance journey.

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