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Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)

Guideline for a Mandatory Code of Practice

Road and Rail Safety Management in the South African Mining Industry

Part A: The Guideline

3. 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.