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Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)

Chapter 5 : Inspectorate of Mine Health and Safety

66. Investigation may be converted into inquiry

 

(1) At any time during an investigation, the Chief Inspector of Mines may convert it into an inquiry.

 

(2) The provisions of sections 68 to 71 relating to attendance and examination of witnesses at inquiries apply equally to a converted investigation.

 

(3) Any person instructed or summoned to give evidence at an inquiry that was converted from an investigation is not entitled to refuse to give evidence only on the grounds that a statement had previously been given, or documents previously been adduced, during the investigation.

 

(4) This section does not Preclude or limit holding an inquiry after an investigation has been completed.