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Stay Compliant: Your OHS Legal Updates Hub
Welcome to SafetyWallet's comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety Legal Updates center. Here you'll find the latest regulatory changes, amendments, and critical updates that affect your business's OHS compliance. Our resource center is continuously updated as new legislation is released, ensuring you're always current with the latest requirements. Each update is available for both online viewing and convenient download, with our archive maintaining six months of historical changes for your reference. Stay ahead of compliance requirements by regularly checking our chronological listing of OHS legislative developments.
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Legal Updates
October 2024
Explanatory Notes on the Major Hazard Installation (MHI) Regulations, 2022, issued by the South African Department of Employment and Labour, provides guidance for implementing and complying with updated MHI regulations. These regulations are critical for managing establishments handling dangerous substances and mitigating risks to workers and the public.
Readers can expect detailed explanations of how the updated regulations work and their practical implications, guidance on thresholds for dangerous substances, risk categorisation, and emergency planning requirements and information on compliance standards and how duty holders can collaborate with authorities. References to technical resources and tools for improving risk management are also available.
Explanatory Notes on the Major Hazard Installation (MHI) Regulations, 2022
The Occupational Health and Safety Accord outlines a collaborative commitment among partners dedicated to preventing incidents and occupational diseases in the workplace. Readers can anticipate a declaration of shared principles aimed at fostering a healthy and safe working environment, promoting best practices, and integrating occupational health and safety into business strategies. The accord highlights the significance of upholding fundamental rights as articulated in the ILO Conventions, alongside a commitment to proactive prevention, legislative engagement, and enhanced training. This document serves as a foundation for improving workplace safety and health standards through a cooperative approach involving all stakeholders.
Occupational Health and Safety Accord
August 2024
COID_GG51022_Notice_5112_of_2024_NoticeOfServiceOfCourtProcess contains vital information from the Department of Employment and Labour regarding the service of court processes related to occupational injuries and diseases. Readers can expect to find official notices detailing the procedures and requirements for the legal management of such cases, along with relevant updates that ensure compliance with the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. This notice is essential for stakeholders involved in legal proceedings within the employment sector.
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July 2024
COID_GG50909_Notice_2616_of_2024_Amendment_Schedule4_CalculatingCompensation offers significant updates and guidelines from the Department of Employment and Labour concerning the calculation of compensation under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. Readers can anticipate detailed amendments to the current regulations, including methodologies for calculating compensation and pertinent legal notices, all aimed at ensuring clarity and compliance in the process. This notice is crucial for employers, employees, and legal practitioners engaged in occupational health and safety matters.
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Notice 5042 of 2024: AAR Amendment – Prohibitions was issued by the Department of Employment and Labour and published in the South African Government Gazette on 12 July 2024. It outlines amendments to the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AAR) regulations, specifically concerning prohibitions. Readers can expect details on new or revised rules related to traffic violations and prohibitions, aimed at strengthening the enforcement of road safety measures.
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June 2024
Notice 4953 of 2024: Regulations Relating to Irritant-Induced Asthma was issued by the Department of Employment and Labour and published in the South African Government Gazette on 7 June 2024. It outlines new regulations concerning irritant-induced asthma, a condition acknowledged under occupational health and safety legislation. The document offers comprehensive guidelines on the identification, management, and reporting of cases linked to workplace exposure to irritants. Readers can expect information on employer responsibilities, measures for worker protection, and compliance requirements aimed at reducing the risk of irritant-induced asthma in various occupational settings.
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May 2024
Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act: Annual Increase in Medical Tariffs for Medical Services Providers: Prosthetic and Orthotics, Doctors and Social Workers, is an official announcement from the Department of Employment and Labour. It details the revised medical tariffs for 2024, specifically targeting providers in prosthetics, orthotics, general medical practice, and social work. This update is part of the annual adjustments required by the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, which aims to establish equitable compensation rates for medical service providers who treat work-related injuries and illnesses.
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Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act: Public Comments for Regulations, is an official notice from the government that seeks public input on proposed changes to regulations under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA). Released by the Department of Employment and Labour, this notice invites stakeholders to examine and share their feedback on amendments designed to enhance the regulatory framework governing compensation for workplace injuries and occupational diseases.
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Hazardous Substances Act: Declaration of Lead in Paint as Group II Hazardous Substance, is an official announcement from the Department of Health. It classifies lead in paint as a Group II hazardous substance under the Hazardous Substances Act, with the goal of regulating and controlling lead levels in paint products due to their associated health risks. This declaration underscores the government's commitment to protecting public health by effectively managing hazardous materials found in consumer products.
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Notice 4832 of 2024: Regulations Relating to Lead in Paint was issued by the Department of Health and published in the South African Government Gazette on 17 May 2024. It sets out updated regulations regarding the permissible levels of lead in paint, in accordance with public health and safety standards. These regulations aim to mitigate the harmful effects of lead exposure, particularly in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Readers can anticipate comprehensive information on compliance requirements, enforcement measures, and the implications for manufacturers, retailers, and consumers.
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April 2024
The Department of Employment and Labour has issued a Draft Code of Practice for Conveyor Systems under the Driven Machinery Regulations, aiming to enhance safety standards for these essential yet potentially hazardous systems used in bulk material transport. This draft highlights the necessary safety measures and maintenance practices to prevent accidents and injuries, emphasizing compliance with international standards. Public comments are invited within 60 days to help shape the final regulations.
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