Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993)Chapter XA : Inspection, Compliance and Enforcement93E. Co-operation with inspectors |
| (1) | Any person who is questioned by an inspector appointed in terms of this Act shall answer all questions truthfully and honestly. |
| (2) | Every employer and employee shall co-operate with the inspectors to perform functions effectively. |
| (3) | No answer by any person to a question by an authorised person or an inspector conducting an investigation or inspection in terms of this Act may be used against that person in any criminal proceedings except proceedings in respect of a charge of perjury or making a false statement. |
[Section 93E inserted by section 59 of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act 10 of 2022, Notice No. 3294, GG48431 dated 17 April 2023 - effective 23 January 2026 per (a) of Proclamation Notice 306, GG53990 dated 23 January 2026]