Disaster Management Act, 2002 (Act No. 57 of 2002)NoticesConsolidated Directions on Occupational Health and Safety measures in certain workplaces17. Sectoral protocols and guidelines |
| (1) | Sectoral or industry associations must, in the event of high health risks, develop sector-specific health protocols in consultation with the Department of Health to limit the of COVID-19 in the spread sector including providing for those circumstances where a firm within the sector cannot stagger working hours or provide transport for its employees. |
| (2) | The Chief Inspector appointed in terms of section 27 the OHSA must facilitate the development of sector specific guidelines to supplement this Direction by engaging with the social partners through the offices of the National Economic Development and Labour Council. |
| (3) | The sector specific guidelines should include the matters referred to in Annexure B. |