The covid19 lockdown regulations prevent us from distributing it to you in print format. Cliffe dekker hofmeyr release of the occupational health. It is intended to explain the act in simple, nonlegal terms to all the role players in the south african occupational health and safety field. Occupational health and safety act, act 85 of 1993. Constitution of the republic of south africa, 1996 act no. Occupational health and safety act 85 of 1993 south african. Principles and practice of occupational hygiene in south. It excludes establishments with less than 10 workers. This is the first time an ohs policy applying to all sectors of the economy has been articulated in south africa. Occupational health and safety act poster wall chart pdf download sku. Trends in occupational health and safety policy and regulation issues and challenges for south africa mavis ann hermanus takemi program in international health harvard school public health, june 1999 1. Occupational health and safety act 85 of 1993, as amended and regulated issues in terms of section 43 of the act iii. This occupational health and safety act summary was written in the interest of the health and safety of workers in south africa and is not intended as a substitute for the occupational health and safety act, 1993. Pdf occupational accidents and injuries among workers in.
It is intended to explain the act in simple terms to all the role players in the south african occupational health and safety field. This raises the question of whether workers in smaller establishments should be covered by health and safety laws. The occupational health and safety act are supported by subordinate legislation, regulations and codes of practice, which give practical guidelines on how to manage health and safety issues. A good understanding of the legislation that surrounds the occupational health and safety policy in south africa may be the difference between a high risk and riskfree work environment for your business in south africa, the most important regulation surrounding occupational health and safety is the health and safety act of 1993. Occupational health and safety act and regulations. The very first legislation introduced into south africa covered both industrial safety and conditions of employment. Although there have been some advances in legislation, conditions are often still poor and enforcement of legislation is lacking. It is not intended as a substitute for the occupational health and safety act, 1993. Labour guide south africa offers a wealth of labour law and health and safety information and documentation to attorneys, companies and individuals. Ohs act as amended department of labour, south africa consulted on 20050518 act online south african government information, government of south africa pdf doc. Perspectives on compensation for occupational injuries. Occupational health and safety policy for department of health. Managers and hods are responsible for ensuring that health and safety inspections take place at least once a term at any time during that term.
Compensation for occupational injuries and diseases act of 1993, as amended iv. The code covers establishments with 10 or more workers. Twentyone sets of regulations form an inseparable part of the occupational health and. Covid19 sa amcu judgment and the effect on all mines. It is obligatory for an employer to provide and maintain plants and systems and procedures of work that are safe and without risk to workers health. Occupational health and safety act ohs act, document. The occupational health and safety act ohsa makes it obligatory for the employer to provide and maintain a working environment that is safe and without risk to the health of the workers. The employee health and wellness programme, which includes the occupational health safety act ohsa act 85 of 1993, are measures specifically developed to promote these rights south africa, department of public service and administration.
The occupational health and safety act 1993 requires that health and safety in the workplace is monitored on a regular basis. The employer has a duty to comply with the occupational health and safety act, and do everything. Sound occupational health and safety policies are essential for employees, but they are also increasingly important for your customers and other stakeholders. Occupational health and safety management systems certification to ohsas 18001 is a strong sign of your organizations commitment to your employees health and safety. Covid19 workplace preparedness health, safety and claims management course. Basic conditions for employment act 75 of 1997, as amended v.
Addressing the needs of the contemporary nursing workforce calls for hospitals to become healthy working environments where nurses can perform safe clinical practices. Pdf occupational health and safety in south africa. We assist our clients in identifying any risks with regards to the health and safety of their workers. Government gazette staatskoerant south african government. Legal role and responsibilities of the section 16 1 ceo and section 16 2 appointees as stipulated by the occupational health and safety act. Occupational health and safety sa manufacturing online. Under the act we all have obligations that we must comply with. Please note that most acts are published in english and another south african official language. It tells management to set up safety representatives and safety committees in the workplace. Ru health and safety guide she office, rhodes university. Survey on the implementation of the occupational health.
Occupational safety, health and working conditions code, 2019. Understanding the occupational health and safety act ohs. Reporting and investigation of work related incidents. The occupational safety, health and working conditions. The regulations in the act give guidelines on things such as toilets, change rooms, first aid. Occupational health and safety act ohs act description occupational health and safety act 85 of 1993 ohs act category lra forms sub category department of labour document type forms filename ohs act 8593. Furthermore, verifying whether the workplace is complaint. In these regulations, the act means the occupational health and safety act, 1993 act no. This guide was written in the interest of the health and safety of workers in south africa. Occupational health and safety act poster wall chart. This is a pdf download of the occupational health and safety act summary poster wall chart optimized for a1 printing.
The company accepts the relevant occupational health and safety legislation as the minimum acceptable standards. It is intended to explain the act in simple, nonlegal terms to all the role players in the south african occupational health. Workplace health and safety policy in south africa. On 9 may 2018, cabinet approved the occupational health and safety amendment bill of 2018, which seeks to amend the current legislation, namely the occupational health and safety act, 85 of 1993. Occupational health and safety act the occupational health and safety act aims to provide for the health and safety of persons at work and for the health and.
Our consultants are specialists who can enable your business to implement and comply with the legal requirements and regulations of the occupational health and safety act act 85 of 1993. The national health laboratory services nhls institute for occupational health nioh, is recognised internationally for excellence in research, services and training to support occupational health services not only in south africa but also in southern africa through its extensive outreach activities and collaborations. Amended by occupational health and safety amendment act 181 of 1993. The occupational safety and health act regulations. Occupational health and safety act and regulations downloads. To provide for the health and safety of persons at work and for the health and safety of persons in connection with the use of plant and machinery. Who does the occupational health and safety act protect. The occupational health and safety act ohsa was instituted in 1994 in south africa. The ohsa gives workers some rights in health and safety in the workplace. Guidelines for driven machinery regulations, 2015 40734. Occupational health and safety act south african government. Welcome to the latest issue of occupational health south africa we hope you enjoy reading it in a convenient pdf format.
The main purposes of the convention are to ensure that a higher priority is given to occupational safety and health in national agendas and to foster political commitments in a tripartite context for the improvement of occupational safety and health. The cabinet has resolved that the institutions and laws regulating the prevention of. Health, safety and environmental policy and action steps in compliance with the instructions of the occupational health and safety act 85 of 1993 policy statement the health and safety of all who are exposed to the activities of the university, regardless of whether it is in the workplace or on the terrain, are of primary importance to management. Currently we only have capacity to publish the english versions. This gaette is also available free online at za 20 no. Labour guide south africa offers a wealth of labour law and health and safety information and documentation to attorneys. These regulations may be cited as the occupational safety and health work at height regulations 20. South africa occupational health and safety act, 1993. Basic guide to compensation for occupational injuries and diseases.