Statistics Act, 1999
R 385
Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)RegulationsGuideline for a Mandatory Code of PracticeRight to Refuse Dangerous Work and Leave Dangerous Working PlacesPart C : Format and Content of the Mandatory Code of Practice3. Status of Mandatory COP |
This section must contain statements to the effect that:
3.1 | The mandatory COP was drawn up in accordance with Guideline DMR Reference Number: DMR 16/3/2/1-A6 issued by the Chief Inspector of Mines; |
3.2 | This is a mandatory COP in terms of sections 9(2) and 9(3) of the MHSA; |
3.3 | The COP may be used in an accident investigation/inquiry to ascertain compliance and also to establish whether the COP is effective and fit for purpose; |
3.4 | The COP supersedes all previous relevant COPs; and |
3.5 | All managerial instructions or recommended procedures (Voluntary COPs) and standards on the relevant topics must comply with the COP and must be reviewed to ensure compliance. |