OHS Compliance & Auditing
Comprehensive compliance audits and solutions to ensure your business meets every legal requirement under South Africa’s Occupational Health and Safety Act, delivered by SACPCMP-registered professionals.
Service Overview
What is OHS Compliance Auditing?
OHS compliance auditing is a systematic evaluation of your workplace against the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and its associated regulations. The purpose is to identify gaps in compliance, assess risk exposure, and implement corrective measures before they become costly incidents or regulatory penalties.
At Pro Safety, our registered professionals conduct thorough audits that go beyond simple checklist exercises. We examine your legal appointments, safety management systems, emergency preparedness, PPE programmes, and incident investigation procedures. This provides a complete picture of your compliance status and a clear roadmap for remediation.
Whether you are preparing for a Department of Labour inspection, onboarding with a new client, or simply want to ensure your business is operating safely and legally, our OHS compliance auditing service provides the assurance and documentation you need.
What You Receive
OHS Compliance Audit Deliverables
Every audit engagement includes a comprehensive set of deliverables designed to give you full visibility into your compliance status and a clear path to remediation.
Comprehensive OHS Act Audit
Full audit against all applicable sections of the OHS Act and regulations, identifying every area of non-compliance with detailed findings and evidence.
Legal Appointments Review
Verification that all legally required appointments (Section 16.2, safety representatives, first aiders, fire marshals) are in place and properly documented.
PPE Compliance Assessment
Evaluation of personal protective equipment programmes including issue registers, condition assessments, SANS compliance, and worker training on correct PPE usage.
Emergency Preparedness Evaluation
Assessment of emergency plans, evacuation procedures, fire equipment, first aid readiness, and drill records to ensure your workplace is prepared for any incident.
Incident Investigation Protocols
Review and establishment of incident investigation and reporting procedures in line with the General Administrative Regulations, including root cause analysis frameworks.
Corrective Action Plans
Prioritised remediation plans with clear timelines, responsible parties, and resource requirements for closing every compliance gap identified during the audit.
Ongoing Compliance Monitoring
Scheduled follow-up audits and continuous monitoring programmes to ensure corrective actions are implemented and compliance is maintained over time.
The Pro Safety Difference
How Our Team Approach Helps
OHS compliance auditing is most effective when backed by a structured team. Here’s how each of our three departments contributes to delivering better audit outcomes.
Professionals Lead the Audit
SACPCMP-registered professionals design the audit scope, conduct the assessment, interface with regulators, and sign off on compliance reports.
- Define audit criteria and scope
- Conduct compliance gap analyses
- Engage with Department of Labour
- Develop strategic corrective action plans
Coordinators Implement Findings
On-site coordinators execute corrective actions, conduct follow-up inspections, and ensure compliance standards are maintained daily on the ground.
- Execute corrective actions on site
- Conduct daily compliance inspections
- Monitor worker adherence to standards
- Report non-conformances in real time
Admin Keeps You Audit-Ready
Centralised administration handles all audit documentation, tracking, and record keeping, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks and your files are always inspection-ready.
- Compile and maintain audit reports
- Track corrective action progress
- Maintain compliance records and registers
- Prepare documentation for inspections
Cross-Industry Expertise
OHS Compliance Across Industries
Our compliance auditing experience spans multiple sectors, bringing best practices from each industry to every engagement.
Common Questions
OHS Compliance FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about OHS compliance auditing in South Africa.
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Contact us for a free consultation. Our SACPCMP-registered professionals will assess your compliance status and recommend a tailored audit programme for your business.