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Construction Health & Safety References

A practical starting point for clients, contractors and site teams working under South African construction health and safety legislation. For project-specific guidance, our team is a call away.

Legislation & Governing Bodies

  • Occupational Health and Safety Act, 85 of 1993

    The primary statute governing the duties of employers, clients and contractors towards the health and safety of persons at work and persons affected by work activities.

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  • Construction Regulations, 2014

    Sets out construction work permits, notifications, the appointment of construction health and safety officers, risk assessments and site-specific health and safety plans.

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  • COID Act, 130 of 1993

    Compensation for occupational injuries and diseases — registration, reporting of incidents and letters of good standing required on most sites.

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  • SACPCMP

    The South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions registers construction health and safety agents, managers and officers.

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  • Department of Employment and Labour

    Inspectorate guidance, notices, forms and reporting channels for occupational health and safety compliance.

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  • SANS Standards (SABS)

    South African National Standards referenced in construction work, including scaffolding, fall protection, electrical and fire safety requirements.

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Site Compliance Checklists

Before work starts

  • Construction Work Permit or notification of construction work submitted
  • Baseline risk assessment completed for the project scope
  • Site-specific Health and Safety Plan approved by the client
  • Contractor and sub-contractor competency and compliance verified

During construction

  • Health and Safety File kept current on site
  • Toolbox talks, inductions and training records maintained
  • Scheduled site inspections and compliance audits performed
  • Incidents, near-misses and non-conformances investigated and closed out

Documents to keep on site

  • Legal appointments and letters of good standing
  • Risk assessments, method statements and fall protection plans
  • Emergency preparedness plan and emergency contact list
  • Permits: wayleaves, bulk fuel storage, hot work and confined spaces

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