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Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)Guideline for a Mandatory Code of PracticeRoad and Rail Safety Management in the South African Mining IndustryPart A: The Guideline3. Legal status of guidelines and codes of practice |
3.1. | 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 a mine when the CIOM requires it. |
3.2. | The COP must comply with any relevant guidelines issued by the CIOM in accordance with section 9(3) of the MHSA. |
3.3. | Failure by the employer to prepare or implement a COP in compliance with this guideline is a breach of the MHSA. |