Gas Regulator Levies Act, 2002
R 385
Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)RegulationsGuideline for a Mandatory Code of PracticeProvision of Personal Protective Equipment for Women in the South African Mining IndustryPart A: The Guideline2. Legal Status of Guidelines and Codes of Practice |
In accordance with section 9(2) of the MHSA an employer must prepare and implement a COP on any matter affecting the health or safety of employees and other persons who may be directly affected by activities at the mines if the Chief Inspector of Mines requires it. These COPs must comply with any relevant guideline issued by the Chief Inspector of Mines (section 9(3)). Failure by the employer to prepare or implement a COP in compliance with this guideline is a breach of the MHSA.
