Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)Chapter 5 : Inspectorate of Mine Health and Safety66. Investigation may be converted into inquiry |
| (1) | At any time during an investigation, the Chief Inspector of Mines may convert it into an inquiry. |
| (2) | The provisions of sections 68 to 71 relating to attendance and examination of witnesses at inquiries apply equally to a converted investigation. |
| (3) | Any person instructed or summoned to give evidence at an inquiry that was converted from an investigation is not entitled to refuse to give evidence only on the grounds that a statement had previously been given, or documents previously been adduced, during the investigation. |
| (4) | This section does not Preclude or limit holding an inquiry after an investigation has been completed. |