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Labour Inspection Campaign in Food and Beverage Manufacturing Industries

September 2019 The Department of Labour Inspection aims at improving occupational safety and health, by implementing targeted inspection campaigns in different categories of Businesses in Cyprus. September is the month that the Department of Labour Inspection implements unannounced inspections in Food & Beverage Manufacturing Industries (including butchers, bakeries, patisseries, processing and / or packaging of meat, fish, sausages, biscuits, fruits, vegetables as well as dairies, wineries, breweries, soft drinks, juices and other related establishments), in order to verify the implementation of a Health and Safety Management System. The purpose of the campaign is to improve the awareness of both the management and the employees, in order to achieve the reduction of accidents, occupational illnesses and hazardous actions related to each companies’ processes. The inspectors will check the compliance of the companies with the legislation through the existence of a risk assessment, the implementation of a risk management system and whether the employees are...

August 26, 2019
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WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

5 JUNE 2019   World Environment Day (WED) is on June 5th every year. 5th June 2019 marks the 48th World Environment Day. It is an environmental awareness day, established by the United Nations for more than four decades. The aim of the Day is to raise awareness of the environment and specific environmental issues. Each year a host country is selected as the representative for the theme of the WED. This year’s theme is "Air Pollution". We can't stop breathing, but we can do something about the quality of air that we breathe. So, how can we support the cause in this global day? How your organization can enhance its environmental performance? Taking care of the environment is possible from the companies and organizations by implementing the Environmental Standards (ISO 14001, EMAS and others), which can consider of the problems we cause on the natural environment and recommend solutions to small and big-scale...

June 5, 2019
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Global Road Safety Week & ISO 39001

6 -12 of May  ISO 39001: Road Traffic Safety Management System   Road traffic safety (RTS) is a global concern. It is estimated that around 1,3 million people are killed and 20 million to 50 million are injured on roads around the world each year. Despite progress in many countries, road traffic deaths especially in Cyprus unfortunately continue to rise. Taking the above into consideration, the ISO Organisation has published the ISO 39001:2012 International Standard which provides a tool to help organizations reduce, and ultimately eliminate, the incidence and risk of death and serious injury related to road traffic crashes. This focus can result in a more cost-effective use of the road traffic system. This International Standard identifies elements of good RTS management practice that will enable the organization to achieve its desired RTS results. This International Standard is applicable to any public and private organizations that interact with the road traffic system. Experience from around the world...

May 11, 2019
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B2B Sales & Marketing Seminar

26 & 27 JUNE 2019 Limassol The main objective of the training program is to explore the unique features of Business to Business (B2B) customers, in the environment of an increasingly competitive and complicated marketplace. This program was designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of concepts, standards and theories related to the B2B sales and marketing environment. The structure of the program also aims to help participants in building critical and problem solving skills that they are required to address and manage in the real B2B business environment. At the end of the seminar the participants will have a variety of practical tools that will help them to interpret, analyse and practically implement the B2B marketing and sales strategies. The content of the seminar is ideal for Sales Managers, individual Sellers and Vendor Groups engaged in B2B Sales. It can also be very helpful for freelancers - entrepreneurs who would like to add value in...

May 11, 2019
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Organisation & Management of a Pharmaceutical Warehouse

23 & 24 MAY 2019 Limassol   The pharmaceutical warehouses /stores are a key part of the pharmaceutical market as they are the link between pharmaceutical companies (manufacturers / importers) and the pharmacies. The current conditions of intense competition require the implementation of new techniques in Pharmaceutical Logistics, to keep up with the constant technological developments. In addition, frequent changes in their prices have a serious impact on their availability, with the result that proper inventory management is more imperative than ever, and new cost-reducing techniques are being constantly sought for both in storage and throughout the supply chain. The training program enables participants to improve the operations of the Warehouse, effectively manage inventory, equipment, space, staff and customer orders, at the best cost whilst providing a high level of Service. The content of the seminar is ideal for all the people involved in the Pharmaceutical logistics, including purchasing, stores, distribution, sales, quality managers and pharmacists. If you...

April 17, 2019
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‘’12’’ TIPS TO SAVE WATER IN YOUR BUSINESS

We dedicate this week to ‘’water saving’’ due to the World Water Day. We may have enough rain this year, but the availability and sufficiency of water it is still an issue that concerns us and for which we are called to be particularly sensitive. For this reason, we provide 12 simple tips on how to save water in your business and more generally at your workplace, which will reduce your bill but will also highlight your environmental consciousness.   When washing your hands, turn off the water while soaping.   When you manually washing dishes, do not let the water run unnecessarily. Scrape dishes instead of rinsing them before washing them.   Inform the technical department of your company to regularly check the site for leaks, drops and other water consumptions.   Wash the company's vehicles in car washes that recycle water.   When the ice cubes remain from your coffee / drink, do not...

March 23, 2019
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Labour Inspection Campaign in Supermarkets and Wholesalers

The Department of Labour Inspection aims at improving occupational safety and health, by implementing targeted inspection campaigns in different categories of Businesses in Cyprus. February is the month that the Department of Labour Inspection implements unannounced inspections in supermarkets and wholesalers all over Cyprus, in order to verify the implementation of Good Practices regarding the Health & Safety of their Employees and Customers. The purpose of the campaign is to improve the awareness of both the management and the employees, in order to achieve the reduction of accidents, occupational illnesses and hazardous actions related to each companies’ processes. The inspectors will check the compliance of the companies with the legislation through the existence of a risk assessment and the implementation of a risk management system. They will focus on the determination and implementation of measures for the risks arising from dangerous parts of machinery and equipment, sharp items especially in meat cutting...

February 13, 2019
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‘’10’’ Office Ergonomics Tips

Nowadays, most of the people, that work in an office, suffer from nape pains, headaches, backaches etc, due to bad ergonomics. Both employers and employees, you should implement the following ergonomics tips, which they will help you to improve the work environment & your health, increase your productivity and feel less tired at the end of the day. Thus, for a comfortable position make sure that: The back/waist holder is adjustable. Your chair provides good back support. Seat height is adjustable, so feet should touch the floor. In case they do, place a foot rest or lower the chair. There is no pressure inside the legs. There is plenty of room for comfortable seating and positioning. The arms are in almost horizontal position. The height and tilt of the display allow the head to be placed comfortably. The screen’s brightness and contrast are adjusted for clear viewing. The equipment you need...

January 8, 2019
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Tips for a CV Preparation

8 DON’Ts in a CV   Avoid large text and small font Do not write irrelevant and useless work experience for a specific job position Avoid inconsistent formatting Do not use personal pronouns and abbreviations Avoid a photo, unless it is required in the job application. In that case choose a photo that you look serious and adjust the privacy settings of your social media photos, so the recruiters will not have full access. Do not provide a wrong or not professional email address e.g «girlhello3@hotmail.com». Do not use 2 languages in the same CV (for example using English words in a Greek CV) Do not prepare it in an unacceptable storage format   8 DO’ s in a CV   Write clearly your personal information Provide in 3-4 lines your Career Objective Write your Education (master’s degree, bachelor’s degree, high school) starting from the most recent one. Write your work experience as follows:...

January 8, 2019
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