Statistics Act, 1999
R 385
Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)Guideline for a Mandatory Code of PracticeOccupational Health Programme (Occupational Hygiene and Medical Surveillance) for NoisePart C. Format and Content of the Mandatory COP3. Status of the Mandatory COP |
| 3.1 | This section must contain statements to the effect that: |
| 3.1.1 | The COP was drawn up in accordance with the DMRE guideline with the reference number DMRE 16/3/2/4-87, issued by the CIOM. |
| 3.1.2 | This is a mandatory COP in terms of section 9(2) and (3) of the MHSA. |
| 3.1.3 | The COP may be used in an accident investigation / inquiry to ascertain compliance, and to establish whether the COP is effective and fit for purpose. |
| 3.1.4 | The COP supersedes all previous relevant COPs. |
| 3.1.5 | All managerial instructions, recommended procedures (voluntary COPs) and standards on the relevant topics must comply with the COP and must be reviewed to ensure compliance. |
