Common use of REPORTING OF ACCIDENTS Clause in Contracts

REPORTING OF ACCIDENTS. The Employer follows an accident prevention policy that includes the investigation of all accidents involving personnel and property. This is done with the intention of introducing control measures to prevent a REOCCURRENCE of the same incidents. The Contractor is expected to fully co-operate to achieve this objective. The Service Manager must be informed immediately of any incidents and any damage to property or equipment must be reported within 12 hours. NOTE! This report does not relieve the Contractor of his legal obligation to report certain incidents to the Department of Labour, or to keep records in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.