Inyosi is proud to celebrate Quebar’s Civil Construction (Pty) Ltd (“Quebar”) latest success. After winning a recent construction contract with Raubex Infra (Pty) Ltd (“Raubex Infra”), Quebar are preparing and setting up a construction site. Raubex Infra is a long-standing Inyosi Empowerment investor and awarded this contract to Quebar for earthworks to be done near Richmond in the Northern Cape. Quebar is a 100% Black-owned, BEE Level 1 certified company. This contract award is proof that certification and having access to capital opens doors for beneficiaries in the construction industry, enhances prospects for getting more and better business, improving their bottom line and fuelling growth and job creation.
Importantly, proper site establishment including adequate toilet facilities on large- scale construction and industrial sites across South Africa is not merely a matter of convenience; it is a critical component of public health, occupational safety, and a
significant driver of business for sanitation service providers. From preventing the spread of disease to boosting worker morale and productivity, the benefits of on-site sanitation are multifaceted, underpinned by robust national regulations.
South Africa’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) of 1993 and the associated Facilities Regulations explicitly mandate the provision of sanitary facilities at workplaces. These regulations are not merely suggestions but legally enforceable standards. The National Building Regulations (SANS 10400) further detail the required number of toilets based on the number of workers, ensuring that facilities are not only present but also adequate for the workforce size.
The legal requirement and the clear health and safety imperatives, create a significant and sustainable market for companies that supply and service mobile toilets. This has fostered a competitive industry that provides essential services while generating economic opportunities. This synergy between public health and private enterprise highlights the critical role of sanitation in a developing and industrializing nation.