The inquiry into the fatal
In a statement, the department said the inquiry moved faster than expected after one witness declined due to a COVID-19 scare, while another would only be available on Friday.
"The attorneys and presiding officer agreed that they will interview them during the next round, which is set for 5 -
The inquiry, held at
The department ordered the establishment of a Section 32 inquiry to investigate violations of occupational health and safety (OHS).
The
The mandate of the commission is to hear testimony from all interested parties as to what transpired on that fateful day (3 September 2018).
Once the commission of inquiry has established what happened, it will compile a report and recommendations to the department's Chief Inspector, who in turn will hand over the report to the
During this week's evidence gathering session, which started on Monday, a total of 13 witnesses testified before the commission chaired by Mphumzi Dyulete.
A total of no less than 27 witnesses are lined-up to testify before the Section 32 inquiry.
The department said interested parties in the inquiry include the employer, employees, organised labour, family members and the
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