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The Assessment Zone (Pty) Ltd (Reg. No. 2014/028577/07) was established in February 2014 to function as a specialized training, service, and equipment provider. Our primary objective is to assist businesses in South Africa in achieving and maintaining OHS compliance through occupational health and safety training and strategically aligned services.
Focused on Business Compliance
We recognize that our core clients are the Safety Representatives and HR personnel responsible for ensuring safety and regulatory adherence within their organizations. Our approach guarantees that the solution or service provided is always tailored to your specific business needs, equipping your teams with comprehensive tools to achieve your business objectives.
Our vision, "ZONE in on your training needs," reflects our commitment to being responsive, engaged, and collaborative in delivering effective OHS compliance solutions. Our mission fosters the active application of knowledge and skills to enhance education and training excellence, equity, and opportunity, enabling your employees (learners) to perform their roles safely and in accordance with regulatory standards.
Our Compliance Solutions
TAZ offers a comprehensive range of accredited training and essential consulting services to maintain OHS compliance:
Accredited Training
We provide extensive training across high-risk and mandatory compliance fields, including:
OHS Compliance: Courses covering First Aid (Levels 1, 2, and 3), Fire Fighting, SHE Rep, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), Legal Liability, and Incident and Accident Investigation. We also offer OHS specific training for Managers/Supervisors.
Lifting Equipment: Training for mandatory competency, including Forklifts, Reach Trucks, Stackers, Overhead Cranes, Truck Mounted Cranes, Mobile Cranes, and MEWP/Cherry Pickers.
Heights & Construction: Specialized training such as Working at Heights, Fall Arrest Rescue, Fall Protection Planner, and Scaffolding.
Transport: Includes Conveying Dangerous Goods by Road and Advanced Driving techniques.
Business Essential Skills: Customized courses and workshops covering topics such as Business Etiquette, Communication Skills, Business Writing Skills, Teamwork Skills, Administration Skills, and more.
OHS Consulting & Equipment
Beyond training, we partner with your business to implement compliant OHS systems:
Consulting Services: We provide critical services such as Risk Assessments, Site Inspections, developing Emergency Evacuation Diagrams (Floor Plans), conducting Emergency Evacuation Drills, and creating Site Safety Files. We consult on Health and Safety Management Systems and offer 365 OHS Agreements at affordable monthly rates.
Safety Equipment Supply: We supply a wide variety of mandatory Safety & Hygiene Equipment, including Fire Extinguishers, First Aid Equipment, Emergency and Safety Signs, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as Eye, Head, Body, Hand, and Foot Protection.
Accreditation
The Assessment Zone is an Accredited Training Provider, ensuring the quality and validity of the compliance solutions we deliver. Our accreditations include:
TETA Accreditation number: 14-440
QCTO Accreditation number: 07-QCTO/SDP170225165428 (First Aid)
QCTO Accreditation number: 07-QCTO/SDP211024124831 (Lifting Equipment)
We also hold specific approvals:
Department of Employment and Labour for First Aid (CI 632/3/12/1)
Department of Employment and Labour for Lifting Equipment (575)
Department of Transport (DoT) for Dangerous Goods (PrDP(D) 2019/193)
SAIOSH (75132176)

Liza Smit is the Director of Operations & Accreditation at The Assessment Zone, bringing over 10 years of experience in the business of training and development, particularly in occupational health and safety training. She is a driven, hardworking professional who specializes in managing teams and building and maintaining stakeholder relationships with people from all walks of life. Liza is also a qualified assessor and moderator, focusing on OHS compliance solutions. She characterizes herself as a life-long student who enjoys being challenged and learning new skills. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her academic career; she earned a National Diploma in Public Relations Management (Cum Laude) from UNISA and was recognized with the award for top student in the College of Human Sciences. Additionally, she is knowledgeable in safety equipment supply, ensuring comprehensive support for her clients.
076 292 9392 / liza@theassessmentzone.co.za

Joe Meyer is the Director of Sales and Marketing at The Assessment Zone. He is a highly skilled Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) specialist with 20 years of extensive experience in operational compliance, risk assessments, workplace wellness, and accredited occupational health and safety training. Joe is recognized for his sharp analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and commitment to delivering practical, high-impact OHS compliance solutions to organizations across South Africa. As a qualified assessor and senior consultant, Joe collaborates closely with clients in diverse industries, including corporate, warehousing, automotive, medical, industrial, and manufacturing environments. He is passionate about simplifying complex legislation and helping businesses create safer, more efficient workplaces through clear systems, structured processes, and proactive risk management. His approach combines technical expertise, customer-focused solutions, and a genuine drive to support people and organizations in working smarter, safer, and more sustainably, including the supply of necessary safety equipment.

Venice Botha serves as Personal Assistant to the Directors of The Assessment Zone. She is a happy, friendly, and creative soul who loves working with people. Venice brings warmth, care, and organization into everything she does, whether she is supporting the team, assisting personally, or managing admin related to occupational health and safety training. Dedicated and professional, she is always ready to help with OHS compliance solutions and ensuring the proper safety equipment supply. Venice believes in kindness, connection, and making every day a little brighter. 081 595 8809 / venice@theassessmentzone.co.za

Eubert Zigori serves as Facilitator and Assessor for The Assessment Zone. He is a highly adaptable, agile, and resilient professional whose 30 years of progression across varied environments have endowed him with essential 21st-century skills. Eubert specializes in occupational health and safety training and consulting, focusing on OHS compliance solutions. His expertise encompasses quality assurance, OHS Act compliance management, legal liability, first aid, fire fighting, and hazard identification and risk assessment. Eubert is a registered assessor with the Transport Education Training Authority (TETA). He strives to set a positive pace and higher quality standards, demonstrating strong abilities in analysis, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Eubert characterizes himself as a person with high initiative and self-direction who is always willing to learn, ensuring that he stays informed about the latest safety equipment supply and best practices in the field.

Bryant Malimela serves as Facilitator, Assessor, and Moderator for The Assessment Zone. He is a hardworking and creative thinker dedicated to enhancing organizational effectiveness by fostering a positive working environment. Bryant firmly believes in applying good morals and investing in people, guided by the philosophy that 'No man is an island'. A highly qualified professional, he holds a Senior Teachers Diploma and is a certified assessor and moderator. His extensive background includes roles such as Training Manager and Skills Development Advisor. Always willing to learn and rise to challenges, Bryant focuses on facilitating and assessing various fields at The Assessment Zone, with a particular emphasis on occupational health and safety training, OHS compliance solutions, and safety equipment supply, especially in the context of lifting equipment.

Amos Tshabalala serves as a Facilitator and Assessor for The Assessment Zone, bringing over 15 years of experience in the training, logistics, and health & safety industry. As an experienced and versatile lifting machinery facilitator and assessor, Amos has a proven track record in operating, training, and assessing a wide range of lifting equipment. He is dedicated to providing top-notch occupational health and safety training, ensuring OHS compliance solutions are met through his strong commitment to safety and regulatory adherence. Specializing in Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), risk assessment, hazard identification, and lifting equipment compliance, Amos is a registered assessor with the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA). His professional development includes advanced studies in Health and Safety for Management, alongside specific training as a Facilitator, Assessor, Moderator, and Incident Investigator, all of which enhance his expertise in the safety equipment supply sector.

Morné Auret currently heads The Assessment Zone's Port Elizabeth branch and also serves as a Facilitator and Assessor. He is a highly experienced professional with a comprehensive background in Fire and Emergency Services, specializing in occupational health and safety training. Morné previously held roles such as Training Officer: Fire and Rescue and Acting Assistant Manager: Fire and Rescue. He is a highly qualified instructor and assessor, registered with the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) and also a qualified moderator. His expertise includes conducting daily theoretical and practical training in the field of Occupational Health and Safety, providing OHS compliance solutions to ensure safety standards are met. Morné is proficient in complex emergency management, holding a Higher Certificate in Incident Management and has received specialized training, such as the Basic Ambulance Assistant and multiple levels of Fire Fighting Courses. He also understands the importance of safety equipment supply in emergency situations.

Ntombifuthi Nxumalo serves as Facilitator and Assessor for The Assessment Zone, specializing in occupational health and safety training. She is an experienced assessor who has dedicated her career to training within the lifting and earth-moving machinery sectors, ensuring OHS compliance solutions are met. She holds an assessor qualification and is a registered assessor with the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA). Ntombifuthi is responsible for training both public and private companies on a wide range of specialized equipment, including safety equipment supply. Her comprehensive competency covers numerous lifting machines, such as overhead cranes, mobile cranes, counter-balanced lift trucks, truck mounted cranes, cherry pickers, aerial devices, pedestrian stackers, and rigging and slinging. Furthermore, Ntombifuthi is proficient in earth moving machines like excavators, skid steers, TLBs, front end loaders, and concrete dumpers. Since 2014, she has worked as a freelance assessor for multiple training consultancies and previously gained hands-on experience as a forklift operator from 1998 to 2006.

Nyasha Zigori is a young and energetic facilitator who brings passion and commitment to the team. He specializes in delivering essential occupational health and safety training, including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance solutions, First Aid, Fire Fighting, SHE Rep, and Forklift training. Nyasha is recognized for his dedication to his work, ensuring everything is done with precision and attention to detail. He is always eager to learn new skills and embraces challenges to enhance his professional development while also promoting safety equipment supply.

Deon Landmann serves as a Facilitator for The Assessment Zone. He is an experienced facilitator who brings a comprehensive skill set to training and development. He specializes in delivering essential occupational health and safety training, ensuring OHS compliance solutions and a strong focus on workplace well-being. Additionally, Deon is an expert in providing valuable personal and business skills training. Drawing on his academic background in psychology, Deon is adept at providing impactful instruction that fosters effective communication, critical thinking, and enhanced organizational effectiveness among participants.
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