Workshop
Legal Liability – Mine Health and Safety Act (No 29 of 1996)
Legal Liability – Mine Health and Safety Act (No 29 of 1996)
Duration: 2 Day
Facilitator: Cecil Townsend Naude – Townsend Naude Attorneys
Overview
This two-day workshop provides a comprehensive legal perspective on the Legal Liability – Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and its associated regulations. Participants will gain a deep understanding of statutory obligations, legal duties, and compliance requirements in the mining industry. The course covers employer, employee, and contractor responsibilities, as well as the roles of appointed safety officers and inspectors, with a focus on maintaining a safe working environment.
Why Attend
Delegates will learn to interpret the MHSA correctly, understand legal liability principles, and ensure compliance to prevent criminal prosecution. The course equips participants with practical knowledge to manage risk, uphold safety standards, and fulfil statutory obligations in mining operations.
Who Should Attend
- Chief Executive Officers
- Mine Managers, Overseers, Shift Bosses
- Mine Engineers
- Appointees under the MHSA
- Surveyors
- Mining Contractors / Employees
- Project and Construction Managers / Agents
- Any personnel involved in mining operations
Learning Outcomes
By attending this workshop, delegates will:
- Understand the basic principles and sections of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA).
- Learn about legal liability, vicarious liability, and criminal responsibility under MHSA.
- Understand employer, employee, and contractor duties, including risk assessments, incident reporting, medical surveillance, and occupational hygiene.
- Gain knowledge on the powers of inspectors, inquiries, and enforcement procedures.
- Be familiar with statutory appointments, committees, and representative roles within the mining environment.
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Ensure compliance and safeguard your mine operations.
Join Cecil Naude for a detailed 2-day workshop on legal liability, duties of employers and employees, and compliance under the Mine Health and Safety Act (No 29 of 1996).
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