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New OHS Space, Safety and First‑Aid Duties: What Employers Must Fix on the Ground
New OHS regulations issued in December 2025 tighten employer duties on space standards, housekeeping, fire safety, escape routes, flooding risks, risk assessments and first-aid coverage. The rules introduce explicit criminal penalties, requiring employers to redesign workspaces, improve emergency readiness, maintain risk-assessment systems and ensure certified first-aiders per shift. Proactive audits are now essential to avoid liability.

John Botha
Dec 11, 20255 min read
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