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

Regulations

Guideline for a Mandatory Code of Practice

Right to Refuse Dangerous Work and Leave Dangerous Working Places

Part B : Author's Guide

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1.1The COP must, where possible, follow the sequence laid out in Part C "Format and Content of the COP". The pages as well as the chapters and sections must be numbered to facilitate cross-reference. Wording must be unambiguous and concise.

 

1.2It should be indicated in the COP and on each annexure to the COP whether:
1.2.1The annexure forms part of the COP and must be incorporated in the COP or whether aspects thereof must be incorporated in the COP; or
1.2.2The annexure is merely attached as information for consideration in the preparation of the COP.

 

1.3When annexures are used the numbering should be preceded by the letter allocated to that particular annexure and the numbering should start at one (1) again. (e.g. 1, 2, 3, A1, A2, A3, …).

 

1.4Whenever possible illustrations, tables, graphs and the like should be used to avoid long descriptions and/or explanations.

 

1.5When reference has been made in the text to publications or reports, references to these sources must be included in the text as footnotes or sidenotes as well as in a separate bibliography.