Dealings with the Inspectorate of the DMPR

The programme

Programme overview

Ratomac Dealings with the DMPR Inspectorate workshop addresses all the important issues regarding conformance to DMPR guidelines. Issues such as the legislative framework governing the mining industry as well as implementing strategies that aid compliance to the DMPR process in order to prevent sanctions being issued for non-compliance will be discussed in this workshop.

This Dealings with the Inspectorate of the DMPR workshop will get you ready and equipped to deal with inspections and investigations by the DMPR. Knowledge of the act and regulations is critical and being able to interpret the law correctly may mean the difference between compliance and negligence.

Who should attend

Who is this programme for?

• General Managers
• Mine managers
• Chief Safety Officers
• Mine Engineers
• Legal Department
• Risk Management
• Training Department
• Occupational Health
• Safety, Quality and Environmental Managers
• Health and Safety Representatives

Learning outcomes

What you will learn

Upon completion of this Dealings with the DMPR Inspectorate course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the DMPR structures
• How to handle DMPR enquires and inquests
• Be prepared to deal with inspections and investigations by the DMPR.
• Understanding the legal jargon and concepts
• Know the DMPR’s powers, rights and obligations.

Explore the programme

Detailed programme outline

Explanation of the POWER, RIGHTS, and OBLIGATIONS of the DMPR INSPECTORATE

Managing inspections by the DMPR INSPECTORATE

• Hosting and inspector
• Facilitating an inspector’s inspection visit
• Inspectorate current areas of focus.

Understanding and dealing with notices issued in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996

• DMPR Admin Fine Guideline
• Managing Investigations by the DMPR INSPECTORATE
• Investigations
• Inquiries and Inquest

Interpretation and/ or Explanation of legal terms and concepts.

Legal vocabulary

• DMPR Strategy Plan 2020 – 2025
• Recent fatal formal inquiries: lessons learnt.
• Wrap up: In summary
• Close of Training Course

Case Studies

• Fatality investigation
• Section 54 production stoppage
• Contractor non-compliance
• Corrective action workshop

Learning approach

How you will learn

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Discuss your requirements

Dates, duration & arrangements

Contact Ratomac to confirm dates, duration, delivery format, entry requirements and any applicable assessment or certification before booking.