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National Ports Act, 2005 (Act No. 12 of 2005)

Rules

Ports Rules

Chapter 3 : Health and Safety

Part B : General Safety Measures

83. Swimming, surfing, fishing, diving and water sports

 

(1) No person is allowed to dive or perform diving operations within port limits without the permission of the Harbour Master.

 

(2) A person may only swim, surf, fish or engage in water sports within port limits in areas designated for these purposes by the Authority or a person authorised by the Authority.

 

(3) The Harbour Master may, in the interests of maintaining safety, security, good order and the protection of the environment, impose conditions upon any swimming, surfing, fishing, diving or water sports that take place within port limits.