Afrox has met the welding, cutting and gases needs of South Africans for more than 75 years - from the advanced process-oriented requirements of the large fabricator, to the varied product line-up required by the small user and DIY enthusiast.
The purpose of the company’s HIV/AIDS workplace policy is to:

• Reinforce the company’s commitment to the fostering of a culture of well-being amongst its employees

• Reiterate the Company’s commitment to foster a climate of equality and non-discrimination in the workplace

• The company will not unfairly discriminate against any employee on the basis of HIV/AIDS. No person will be precluded from employment, development, promotion or transfer at the Company solely on the basis of his/her HIV status.

• Employees living with HIV are under no obligation to disclose their HIV status to a supervisor, manager or any other employee.

• HIV testing will not be required as a condition of employment and will not be included in any pre-employment testing. Nor will a person be precluded from employment solely on the grounds of his/her HIV status.

• The company provides appropriate HIV/AIDS education and training programmes to its employees and peer educators facilitate education and awareness sessions for all employees.

• Voluntary STI and HIV testing is actively encouraged.