Legal Appointments & Compliance Documentation
Correctly drafted legal appointments and compliance documentation that establish clear H&S accountability across your organisation — in any industry.
What This Service Covers
The OHS Act requires every employer to formally delegate specific health and safety responsibilities, in writing, to named and competent individuals. Mygacare prepares legally sound appointment documentation for any type of organisation — and ensures every appointee understands exactly what their role requires — so accountability is clear from the CEO through to floor supervisors and SHE representatives.
Scope of Work
- CEO Section 16(1) and 16(2) appointments
- Management, supervisors, SHE representatives and SHE committee appointments
- Fire fighting, first aid and evacuation marshal appointments
- Emergency procedures and evacuation plans specific to your workplace
- Appointment registers and organisational H&S organograms
- Annual review and re-issue of all appointments
Legislative Relevance
- OHS Act 85 of 1993 — Section 16(1) and 16(2) (delegation of H&S responsibilities)
- General Administrative Regulations — applicable to all employers
- Applicable sector-specific regulations requiring designated H&S appointees
Who This Is For
- Any employer in any industry with obligations under the OHS Act
- Businesses that have never formalised their H&S appointment structure
- Organisations reviewing or renewing appointments annually or after personnel changes
- Companies needing their appointment documentation updated to reflect current legislation
Legal Appointments — FAQs
Who can be appointed under Section 16(2)?
A 16(2) appointee must be a person with the authority, competence and resources to carry out the delegated H&S duties — typically a senior manager or director with operational oversight. Mygacare can advise on suitable candidates for your structure and draft the appointment correctly.
How long are legal appointments valid for?
Appointments should be reviewed at least annually, and whenever there is a change in personnel, operational scope or organisational structure. We recommend building this review into your annual compliance calendar.
Can one person hold multiple appointments?
In some cases, yes — provided the individual has the competence, time and authority to fulfil each role properly. We assess your organisational structure and advise on an appointment matrix that avoids overload on any one person.
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