INTRODUCTION AND LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK

The aim of this report is to look at what Rhodes, in terms of policies, procedures and programmes, offers the staff and students as regards to their well-being, that is, their health and safety. These programmes, policies and procedures must be looked at in light of legislative framework.

Firstly, in the making of programmes, policies and procedures, the Constitution must be at all times kept in mind, most especially the Bill of Rights. This is because the Constitution is the supreme law, and any conduct inconsistent with it is invalid. The Bill of Rights ensures that any policies enacted by the University will not infringe upon the basic human rights of any person, nor can it discriminate against any person.

Secondly, there are legislative acts which have been passed with which the University must comply. The first of these is the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, which provides for the health and safety of persons at......

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Title: Health And Well-Being
Approximate Word Count: 941
Approximate Pages: 4 (250 words per double-spaced page)

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