Gas Regulator Levies Act, 2002
R 385
Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)NoticesGuidance Note for a Management and Control Programme for Tuberculosis in the South African Mining IndustryPart B : Author's Guide1. Passive case finding |
| 1.1 | There should be a TB education initiative, which may be through peer educators or formal presentations, and which reaches all employees. Medical or nursing staff should implement awareness training programme on signs and symptoms of TB, the importance of early presentation and diagnosis, and on prevention of transmission. |
| 1.2 | A high index of suspicion for TB should be inculcated in all health workers, and should be maintained through continuous training as well as regular awareness campaigns. |
| 1.3 | The employer should provide easy access to a good quality, diagnostic and treatment service for TB, and integrated TB and HIV treatment services. |
