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

Guideline for a Mandatory Code of Practice

Occupational Health Programme (Occupational Hygiene and Medical Surveillance) for Noise

Part C. Format and Content of the Mandatory COP

4. Members of the Drafting Committee
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4.1 In terms of section 9(4) of the MHSA the employer must consult with the health and safety committee on the preparation, implementation or revision of any COP.

 

4.2 It is recommended that the employer should, after consultation with the employees in terms of the MHSA, appoint a committee responsible for the drafting of the COP.

 

4.3 The members of the drafting committee assisting the employer in drafting the COP should be listed giving their full names,designations, affiliations and experience. This committee must include competent persons, sufficient in number, to effectively draft the COP.