OHS2601
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026
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Due Date: 9 March 2026
1.1 The meaning of “reasonably practicable” under the OHSA
Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, an employer must ensure, as far
as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of employees. The duty is not absolute. It
is determined case by case by balancing several factors.
The concept of “reasonably practicable” means what is reasonably possible in the
circumstances, taking into account the following considerations:
1. The severity and scope of the hazard or risk concerned
The more serious the potential harm, such as risk of death or serious injury, the
greater the measures required.
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Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026
Unique number:
Due Date: 9 March 2026
1.1 The meaning of “reasonably practicable” under the OHSA
Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, an employer must ensure, as far
as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of employees. The duty is not absolute. It
is determined case by case by balancing several factors.
The concept of “reasonably practicable” means what is reasonably possible in the
circumstances, taking into account the following considerations:
1. The severity and scope of the hazard or risk concerned
The more serious the potential harm, such as risk of death or serious injury, the
greater the measures required.
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
