AI Safety Copilot for real-world OHS.

Melly turns messy compliance into clean, print-ready packs: policies, risk assessments, checklists, training, and multilingual posters — in minutes, not weeks.

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Inspiration

OHS Haven, powered by Melly, is a lightweight AI safety and compliance assistant designed for modern businesses. It automates workplace safety training, document management, and multilingual compliance support — helping SMEs stay compliant without the high costs of consultants. Melly bridges AI efficiency with real-world safety needs, delivering instant guidance, reports, and training in multiple languages.

What it does

AI-powered safety & compliance scanning using GPT-5

📂 Auto-generates OHS policies, risk assessments, and training material

🎯 Multilingual safety guidance in English, Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Afrikaans (more coming)

📊 Google Sheets dashboard for live compliance tracking

🔔 Automated alerts for expiring certificates, overdue safety checks, and legal updates

🛠️ Roadmap includes voice-enabled support, video training delivery, and industry-specific safety kits

How we built it

OpenAI GPT-5 for natural language compliance assistance

Google Sheets + Notion for live tracking and knowledge storage

Python automation for document generation and certificate issuing

Framer for the public-facing OHS Haven platform

Canva + AI video tools for branded training resources

challenges we ran into Integrating multiple languages while keeping responses clear and culturally relevant

Automating OHS document creation without sacrificing legal accuracy

Designing a system that works offline in low-connectivity areas

Balancing simplicity with advanced features so both small businesses and large enterprises can use it

Building a scalable agent model that can later integrate with financial and operational toolsem.

Accomplishments That We're Proud Of Built a functional AI assistant that delivers real-time safety and compliance support

Designed an end-to-end user flow from problem detection → solution generation → training delivery

Created multilingual capabilities that adapt to South Africa’s diverse workplaces

Integrated the system into a roadmap that extends Melly’s AI agent network beyond safety into other business-critical areas What We Learned AI can simplify compliance without stripping away accuracy

Multilingual AI tools increase adoption in industries where English isn’t the primary language

Real-world usability and relevance are more valuable than flashy tech demos

Building with industry-specific needs in mind creates a faster adoption curve

What’s Next for OHS Haven – Safety Made Simple This is just the start for Melly. Upcoming developments include:

Industry-specific safety kits (service stations, construction, retail, food services)

Instant mobile safety alerts via WhatsApp, Telegram, or SMS

AI video training with built-in quizzes and instant certificates

Nationwide rollout across SMEs, with expansion into Africa’s compliance market

Full integration into Melly’s AI agent ecosystem for shared analytics, smart reporting, and cross-industry support

Built With

  • canva
  • framer
  • gpt-5
  • netlify
  • notion
  • openai
  • python
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