Overview of Health & Safety Compliance Certificate

A Health and Safety Compliance Certificate is a certifying document that asserts and verifies that a workplace as legally compliant with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 requirements. This OHS compliance certificate is proof that a company has met and passed all legal standards required by law to create a healthy and safe working environment for all.

When is a Health & Safety Compliance Certificate Issued?

A Health and Safety Compliance Certificate is issued after a workplace has been subjected to a Health and Safety Compliance Audit. The Compliance Audit is usually done by means of a complete workplace risk inspection. Health and safety audits are conducted by auditors. These auditors should be from health and safety practicing institutes which are registered with relevant national boards. The auditors will be on the lookout for hazards and any workplace risks that may jeopardize the health and safety of anybody who works or uses the premises. Safety control measures will also be assessed for efficiency. After premises have satisfactory been found to be without any risk, potential future risk, hazards and meets all relevant standards, they can be declared legally compliant and safe to continue operating. The company can then be issued with a Health and Safety Compliance Certificate. 

Who issues a Health and Safety Compliance Certificate?

The registered health and safety institute that has conducted the audit on premises should issue the company with a legal Health and Safety Compliance Certificate.

Keeping your workplace legally Health and Safety Compliant may seem like a daunting task. At MAKROSAFE, we have an experienced team of OHS experts available to assist in keeping your company Health and Safety Compliant according to South African Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and Regulations.
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How long does it take to get a health and safety certificate?

A Health and Safety Compliance Certificate is issued after a workplace has been subjected to a Health and Safety Compliance Audit. The Compliance Audit is usually done by means of a complete workplace risk assessment. Health and safety audits are conducted by auditors. These auditors should be from health and safety practicing institutes that are registered with relevant national boards. After premises have satisfactory been found to be without any risk, potential future risk, or hazards and meet all relevant standards, they can be declared legally compliant and safe to continue operating. The company will then be issued a Health and Safety Compliance Certificate.

How Long is a Health & Safety Compliance Certificate Valid For?

A Health and Safety Compliance Certificate is valid for a 12 months form date of issue. Every year, companies should have another audit conducted at their premises as per legal stipulations. A year is a long time and new hazards may occur due to ever-changing workplaces. It is essential that yearly assessments are conducted.

What to Expect from MAKROSAFE's Health & Safety Compliance Certificate?

  • Legally compliant workplaces.
  • Experienced practitioners will identify gaps within your OHS programme.
  • Client feedback after every follow up visit to update the client on the compliance rate of their workplace.
  • Audit protocols are updated regularly to ensure workplaces remain legally compliant.
  • Compliance certificates are issued annually.

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Who will Benefit from a Health & Safety Compliance Certificate?

Both the company/employer and the employees will benefit greatly from having an experienced OHS auditor conduct a Health and Safety Compliance Audit. MAKROSAFE will ensure that you receive assistance to align Health and Safety in the workplace with your company's goals.

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