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Office Parking Rage: Would You Know How to Defuse It?
Learn how to defuse office parking rage with practical tips tailored for South African workplaces. A must-read for HR, Wellness, and Safety Managers concerned about real-world conflict in office parks.
A Meaningful Way to Celebrate Women’s Day at Your Company
Celebrate Women’s Day meaningfully with an on-site COBRA self-defense workshop. Empower your female staff with real-world safety skills.
GBV Is Everywhere – But You Are Not Helpless.
In South Africa, gender-based violence (GBV) is sadly something too many women face. People often talk about tougher laws and teaching boys from a young age to respect women – and yes, those things are important. But they take time...
What Not to Do When Someone Gets Aggressive at Work
Learn what not to do when dealing with aggressive behavior at work and how C.O.B.R.A. Self-Defense training helps employees stay calm, safe, and prepared.
Road Rage: How to Keep Your Employees Safer on South African Roads
Learn how corporate self-defense training can help protect employees from road rage and violent confrontations. COBRA™ South Africa shares five practical ways to stay safe on the roads.
How to Spot a Violent Attack Before It Happens: 14 Critical Signs Your Employees Must Know
Protect your employees and prevent workplace violence. Discover 14 warning signs of an attack and learn how corporate self-defense training can keep your team safe, alert, and confident.
Why Equipping Your Staff with Stun Guns May Be a Bad Idea
This article explains why stun guns are ineffective and potentially dangerous as a corporate safety solution, outlining five key reasons they fail in real-life scenarios. It guides company managers toward smarter, legally sound, and more effective alternatives—like reality-based self-defense training for employees.
Is Pepper Spray Enough to Keep Your Employees Safe? The Answer May Surprise You
When the topic of self-defense comes up—especially in corporate safety workshops—pepper spray is often one of the first tools people mention. But when it comes to real-world self-defense, does pepper spray truly deliver when you need it most?
The One Skill Every Receptionist Needs—And It's Not What You Think!
In today’s busy, high-pressure work environments, employees who regularly engage with the public—such as receptionists, customer service staff, and front desk personnel—are often the first to encounter verbal aggression or emotionally charged situations.
Traveling for Work? Here's How to Keep Your Team Safe Anywhere in the World
In today’s world, sending employees out on the road—whether it's across the city or across the globe—comes with a unique set of safety concerns. From petty crime in unfamiliar places to serious threats like hijackings or assaults, business travel isn’t always as safe as we’d like it to be.
5 ways your team can benefit from self-defense training
Here is 5 ways your employees can benefit from self defense training for corporate employees.
How to select a self-defense training program for your employees
When it comes to selecting the perfect self-defense program, you want to make sure you're making the right choice from the very beginning. Your employees safety and the safety is of utmost importance. To help you in your decision-making process, we've broken down some critical factors you should consider.