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National Environmental Management: Waste Act, 2008 (Act No. 59 of 2008)

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National Domestic Waste Collection Standards

7. Health and Safety

 

(a) In addressing the general health of the waste collection workers, all waste collection workers must receive:
(i) regular medical check-ups to ensure their health and well-being;
(ii) appropriate personal protective equipment e.g. gloves, masks, overalls and raincoats, gumboots; and
(iii) ongoing training on health and safety issues.
(b) Existing Occupational Health and Safety legislation must be adhered to.