The course will provide learners with a better understanding of the concept of legal liability within the mining sector, and how legislation regulates and enforces it.
Summative assessment
Written assessment to be done at the end of the course.
Course outline
By the end of the course, the successful learner will have a basic understanding of:
- Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)
- Duties of employer, employees and supervisor
- HSE representatives roles, duties and powers
- Manufacturers’ and suppliers’ duty for health and safety
- Duties of a Chief Safety Officer and Safety Officers
- Role, powers and authority of the DMR inspectorate.