Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002)NoticesDirections from the Department of Health to prevent and combat the spread of COVID-197. Identification and establishment of mortuaries that will accommodate all COVID-19 mortal remains |
| (1) | Municipalities must identify suitably authorised mortuaries with valid certificates of competence, for the accommodation of all COVID-19 mortal remains and further management. |
| (2) | All Provincial Departments of Health must identify suitable government mortuaries that will accommodate COVID-19 mortal remains and determine their capacity. |
| (3) | Private and government mortuary operators must make available additional mortuary capacity and multi-transportation for mortal remains should the need arise. |
| (4) | Municipalities and traditional authorities must identify and make land available for multi-burials should the need arise. |