The Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act is a complex new law, and according to Michalsons, it is hard to summarise – but broken up into sections, it is easy to wrap your head around – and very important. The law impacts many entities and industries, but each organisation is affected differently. What is […]
South Africa has a very high car accident rate, so what should you do if injured in a car accident? There are certain times, mainly weekends, long weekends and holidays, in which car accidents are prevalent. According to the Car Accident and Road Safety Report, South Africa has made strides in reducing road crash […]
What is infant CPR and how do you perform it? Using cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an infant is terrifying. But you never know when you may need to – so learning how to do it properly and safely is important. The steps of CPR can assist a cardiac or breathing emergency. iER can help you […]
A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is a legal document that displays whether you have clear criminal, prosecution, conviction or other police case records. The document is obtained in Pretoria, South Africa. According to The South African, many countries refer to a PCC as the ‘Good Conduct Certificate’. It is often asked for by employers, employers […]
It is not easy to think of yourself as a victim of an attack. Knowing self-defence moves will save your life in a precarious situation. There are different techniques – suitable for men and women – that can help to fight off an attacker or escape to safety. Women need self-defence strategies and techniques, not […]
Burglars can strike your home at any time, which is why adequate security is a priority. It doesn’t matter if you move into a new home or live in your current home for decades – your home is meant to give you peace of mind. Home security can help you feel safe. It is not […]
Dehydration occurs when you lose a lot more fluid than you’re taking in. Without sufficient water and other fluids, the body breaks down at the cellular level and can’t perform its normal function. Dehydration is a potentially serious medical condition that can crop up when you don’t drink enough fluid on a hot day outdoors […]
The number one crime in South Africa remains burglary or housebreaking, with 2.3 million households experiencing the crime in 2019/2020, with the peak periods of incidents being in June, September and December 2019/2020. According to StatsSA, more South African households representing 5.3 % of all homes in the country were burgled in the five year period […]
House break-ins are devastating for homeowners. The idea that anyone can just gain access to your hard-earned valuables is upsetting. There are, however, steps that you can take to safeguard your home against intruders. Know your neighbourhood From the outset, know the status of crime in your neighbourhood. This information can be accessed through your […]
