Department of Labour Inspections

We have been made aware that inspectors from the Dept of Labour are calling on GP surgeries and presenting them with daunting forms to be completed, much of which is not applicable to General Practice. We have therefore summarised the forms into what may be more appropriate for our practitioners. Please also note: You must have a fire extinguisher, and it must bear a valid service date. You must conduct a risk assessment in your practice of hazards in the workplace which can place the workers and the public at risk and have it available for inspection.

NOTICE OF PRO-ACTIVE INSPECTION (PHYSICAL) – INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT SERVICES INSPECTOR (BASIC CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT ACT)

To our Shareholders & Members:

There is a compulsory registration by every practice which employs staff, with COIDA, usually done by the practice accountant (at the same time as they do the VAT and the PAYE) – a statutory liability to register employees with COIDA and pay the monthly fee on their behalf to COIDA.

PLEASE, do not confuse this with the fact that you do NOT see or treat ‘injury on duty’ patients!

(You are aware that you múst first stabilize such a patient before you refer him further)

Labour Inspections – Form

Requirements of BCEA

In South Africa, medical practices should display the following posters:

  1. Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA): A summary of the BCEA, which outlines the rights of employees in the workplace 
  2. Employment Equity Act (EEA): A summary of the EEA, which outlines the provisions of the Act 
  3. Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA): A copy of the OHSA and its relevant regulations

Failure to display the required posters may result in penalties from the Department of Labour.

What is the difference between COIDA and Workmen’s Compensation?

Labour Inspections – Do I have to register my staff with COIDA

Department of Labour Inspections