Question NW2279 to the Minister of Police
10 October 2017 - NW2279
Mulaudzi, Adv TE to ask the Minister of Police
(1)(a) What is the total number of security guards who have been permanently injured while working for security companies and (b) what does the average compensation consist of; (2) whether medical support for life is guaranteed in respect of the specified security guards?
Reply:
(1)(a) and (b) The response to these questions are similar than the reply under question 2278 above.
(2) Minimum conditions of employment for the private security industry are determined by the Minister of Labour. Other than what is provided for in terms of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act, 1997 (Act No. 61 of 1997), there is currently no other provision for medical cover or aid for security guards in terms of labour legislation or the Private Security Industry Regulation Act, 2001.