MNO2608 Assignment 4
Semester 2 2024 - DUE 25
September 2024
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
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,MNO2608 Assignment 4 Semester 2 2024 - DUE 25 September 2024
QUESTION 1 [25]
1.1. An Approved Inspection Authority (AIA) conducts investigations using specialised
knowledge and equipment. Advise the occupational hygienists of platinum refineries on criteria
for evaluating AIA applications by the Department of Employment and Labour. (15)
1.2. Occupational hygiene risk assessment (OHRA) is a systematic method used to identify,
assess, and manage workplace hazards that could impact the health and well-being of workers.
What specific factors must be recorded when undertaking an OHRA in a chemical manufacturing
industry? (5)
1.3. An occupational disease is a health condition or disorder from exposure to risk factors linked
to a specific job or work environment. Explain the procedure to follow when reporting an
occupational disease. (5)
1.1. Criteria for Evaluating AIA Applications by the Department of Employment and
Labour
When an Approved Inspection Authority (AIA) application is evaluated by the Department of
Employment and Labour for occupational hygiene services, the following criteria are typically
considered:
1. Competence and Expertise:
o The AIA must demonstrate that it has personnel with the appropriate
qualifications, training, and experience. For occupational hygienists, this includes
, registration with relevant professional bodies like the South African Institute for
Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH) or similar.
o The personnel must also have specialized knowledge in the field relevant to the
particular industry, such as platinum refineries, and possess the ability to interpret
and apply occupational hygiene principles effectively.
2. Equipment and Facilities:
o The AIA must possess and maintain the necessary equipment and tools to perform
accurate and reliable measurements of hazards like dust, fumes, gases, and noise
levels.
o Calibration and maintenance records of the equipment must be available to ensure
precision and compliance with health and safety standards.
3. Legal Compliance:
o The AIA must ensure compliance with national laws and regulations governing
occupational health and safety, such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act
(OHSA).
o It should be up to date with relevant amendments and standards issued by the
Department of Employment and Labour and other regulatory bodies.
4. Quality Management System:
o The AIA should implement a quality management system (QMS) that ensures
continuous improvement and consistency in the services provided.
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