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obligations on an employer at a work place a stipulated in the safety and health Act

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outline four obligations on an employer at a work place a stipulated in the safety and health Act

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    1. Risk assessment: Employers are required to assess the risks to the safety and health of their employees, including the risks posed by the work environment, the equipment and machinery used, and the substances and materials handled. Based on this assessment, employers must implement appropriate measures to control and mitigate these risks.
    2. Safe systems of work: Employers must establish and maintain safe systems of work, including procedures, policies, and practices, to ensure the safety and health of their employees. This may include the provision of personal protective equipment, training and instruction, and emergency procedures.
    3. Maintenance of machinery and equipment: Employers must ensure that all machinery and equipment used in the workplace is regularly maintained and kept in good working order, and that any defects are promptly repaired.
    4. Reporting of accidents and incidents: Employers must report any accidents or incidents that occur at the workplace to the appropriate authorities and keep records of these incidents.
    5. Health and safety training: Employers must provide adequate training and instruction to their employees on health and safety matters, including the risks associated with their work and the measures in place to control and mitigate these risks.
    6. Cooperation with safety and health authorities: Employers must cooperate with safety and health authorities, including by providing access to the workplace and relevant information, and by complying with any orders or instructions issued by these authorities.
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