Ministry of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development

Examination of Steam Boilers When Cold

Overview

In line with Section 37(7) of the Factories Act of 1973, Steam boilers should be examined by personnel authorized by the Department of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) at least once in every 14 months period. This process is intended to minimize the risk of explosions or other malfunctions possible for pressure vessels. Operators who do not adhere to this standard are liable for a fine.

 

Operators must keep the official report, logging each inspection, on the same premises as the equipment in question and it must be made available to DOHS personnel for inspection at any time. Failure to comply with the statutory requirement may lead to legal proceedings against the offender

Who is eligible?

Citizens and non-citizens companies with Steam Boilers

How do I get this service?
  • Operators must hire the services of an authorized examiner from the list of authorized examiners. This list is updated throughout the year. 
  • Once an inspection by an authorized examiner has taken place, the examiner is required by law to issue a report to the operator detailing and assessing the state of the equipment in question.
  • This report must be kept in the official log of the operator and available for inspection by DOHS Inspectors.
What supporting documents are required?
  • The official assessment report
  • An inspector may require the owner to produce documents proving ownership of the equipment being examined
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

Where can I obtain this service?

Gaborone

Block 8 Government Enclave

 

Francistown

1st Floor, Ntshe House

Conner Guy and St Patrick Streets

 

Maun

Integrated Block, Rural Administration Centre

 

Lobatse

Plot 3114

1st Floor, Century House

Corner of Letsholathebe Street and 1st Khama Avenue

 

Selebi-Phikwe

First Floor above Department of Tourism

Plot 2574

Related Services
Examination of Cranes and Other Lifting Equipment
Related Forms
Report Of Examination Of Steam Boiler When Cold Form (254.71 KB)
Theme for this service
Occupational Health & Safety
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

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Keywords

Examination of Steam Boilers When Cold, steam boilers, occupational health and safety, equipment inspection, boilers, construction, mandatory inspection, worker safety.

Synonyms

Construction equipment, inspections, mandatory inspections, safety standards, safety protection, worker safety, protecting workers

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development

Examination of Steam Boilers Under Normal Pressure

Overview

Steam boilers must be examined by personnel authorised by the Department of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) at least once  every 14 months. This process is intended to minimise the risk of explosions or other malfunctions associated with pressure vessels. Operators who do not adhere to this standard are liable to a fine.

Operators must keep the official report, logging each examination, on the same premises as the equipment in question and it must be made available to DOHS personnel for inspection at any time. Failure to comply with statutory requirements may lead to legal proceedings against the offender. 

Who is eligible?

Citizen and non-citizen companies with steam boilers

What supporting documents are required?
  • Ownership documents
  • Assessment/examination report
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

Where can I obtain this service?

Gaborone

Block 8, Government Enclave

 

Francistown

1st Floor, Ntshe House

Conner Guy and St Patrick Streets

 

Maun

Integrated Block, Rural Administration Centre

 

Lobatse

Plot 3114

1st Floor, Century House

Corner of Letsholathebe Street and 1st Khama Avenue

 

Selebi-Phikwe

 First Floor above Department of Tourism

Plot 2574

 

Related Services
Examination of Cranes and Other Lifting Equipment
Examination of Steam Boilers When Cold
Examination of Steam or Air Receiver Normal Pressure - Supplementary Report
Examination of Steam Receivers
Related Forms
Report of Examination of steam or air receiver under normal pressure supplementary report Form (230.92 KB)
Report of Examination of Cranes and Other Lifting Machines Form (241.71 KB)
Theme for this service
Occupational Health & Safety
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs, Occupational safety, public safety standards.

Keywords

Examination of Steam Boilers Under Normal Pressure,  steam boilers, occupational health and safety, equipment inspection, boilers, construction, mandatory inspection, worker safety.

Synonyms

Construction equipment, inspections, mandatory inspections, safety standards, safety protection, worker safety, protecting workers

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development

Vocational Education Training

Overview

This programme is offered to citizens and non-citizens through Brigades and four Technical Colleges (Maun, Jwaneng, Palapye and Selebi-Phikwe Technical Colleges). These institutions offer vocational training courses up to certificate level (National Craft Certificate). These trades include:

  • Architectural Draughting
  • Auto Mechanics
  • Borehole Mechanics
  • Bricklaying and Plastering
  • Carpentry and Joinery
  • Dress Making 
  • Electrical Installation
  • Forestry
  • Horticulture
  • Livestock Farming
  • Machine Fitting
  • Painting and Decoration
  • Panel Beating and Spray Painting
  • Plumbing and Pipe Fitting
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
  • Welding and Fabrication
Who is eligible?
  • Citizens and non-citizens
  • 16 years and above
  • Minimum educational requirements: Junior Certificate/BGCSE
  • Special Education Needs inclusive
How do I get this service?
  • Download and complete the Apprenticeship Training form and submit with supporting documents to the nearest office (upon advertisement).
  • Attach the required documents (listed below) and submit the form to the Institutions of choice by post or hand delivery.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of National identity card (Omang for citizens)
  • Certified copy of passport (for non-citizens)
  • Relevant educational certificates
How long will this service take?

Upon completion of the application process.

Related Documents
Brigades 2021 Intake (1.74 MB)
Related Forms
Apprenticeship Application Form (134.88 KB)
Apprenticeship Cantract Form (97.68 KB)
MTTC Medical Form Certificate (62.24 KB)
Trade Test C Application Form (146.25 KB)
Candidate application form 2021 (3.14 MB)
Theme for this service
Learning and Teaching
Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs, Occupational safety, public safety standards.

Keywords

Examination of Cranes and Other Lifting Machine, chains, ropes, gears, occupational health and safety, equipment inspection, cranes, crane, lifting equipment, pulley, pulleys ropes, gears.

Synonyms

Construction equipment, inspections, mandatory inspections, safety standards, safety protection, worker safety, protecting workers.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development

Examination of Cranes and Other Lifting Equipment

Overview

The Department of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) is mandated to ensure that cranes and other lifting equipment including chains, ropes and gears must be examined by personnel authorised by this department at least once within every 14 months period.  Operators who do not adhere to this standard are liable for a fine. 

 

Operators must keep the official report, logging each inspection on the same premises as the equipment in question and it must be made available to DOHS personnel for inspection at any time. Failure to comply with statutory requirements may lead to legal proceedings against the offender.

Who is eligible?

Individuals and organisations which own and operate cranes or other lifting equipment 

How do I get this service?
  1. Operators must hire the services of an authorised examiner from the list of authorised examiners. This list is updated throughout the year. 
  2. Once an inspection by an authorised examiner has taken place, the examiner is required by law to issue a report to the operator detailing and assessing the state of the equipment in question.
  3. This report must be kept in the official log of the operator and available for inspection by DOHS.
What supporting documents are required?
  1. Official assessment report
  2. An inspector may require the owner to produce documents proving ownership of the equipment being examined.
How long will this service take?

 One (1) working day

Related Services
Examination of Steam Boilers Under Normal Pressure
Examination of Steam Boilers When Cold
Examination of Steam or Air Receiver Normal Pressure - Supplementary Report
Examination of Steam Receivers
Related Forms
Certificate of Approval for Examination of Chains and Lifting Tackle and Cranes and Other lifting Machines Form (178.73 KB)
Report Of Examination Of Cranes And Other Lifting Machines, Chains, Ropes And Lifting Gear Form (241.71 KB)
Theme for this service
Occupational Health & Safety
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs, Occupational safety, public safety standards.

Keywords

Examination of Cranes and Other Lifting Machines, chains, ropes, gears, occupational health and safety, equipment inspection, cranes, crane, lifting equipment, pulley, pulleys ropes, gears

Synonyms

Construction equipment, inspections, mandatory inspections, safety standards, safety protection, worker safety, protecting workers

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development

Trade Dispute - Arbitration

Overview

This intervention occurs when a dispute has not been settled at mediation. The consent is not required for Essential Services category employees. Referrals are to be made within thirty (30) days of the issuance of the Certificate of Failure to settle the Trade Dispute.

 

Types of disputes referred

Disputes of right

This intervention occurs when a trade dispute of right (entitlements) has not been settled at mediation. Such referral can only be made with the consent of both parties to dispute.

 

Disputes of interest

This intervention occurs when a trade dispute of interest (change in terms and conditions of employment) has not been settled at mediation with consent of both parties.  

Who is eligible?

 An aggrieved employee or employer

How do I get this service?
  • Receipt of referral of alleged dispute
  • Register the dispute with nearest Labour office and receive acknowledgement letter
  • Check availability of arbitrator
  • Collect invitation letters after allocation of dispute to arbitrator
  • Attend the arbitration meeting
  • Receive resolution/settlement of the award
  • Failure to honour award, the case is referred to Industrial Court for enforcement
What supporting documents are required?
  •  Certificate of Failure to settle
  •  Consent of referral to Arbitration
How long will this service take?

   Within thirty (30) working days

Theme for this service
Labour Administration
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana

Keywords

Trade disputes,  settlement, mediation, intervention, dispute, disagreement

Synonyms

Workplace fight, argument, fixing problems at work, trade dispute resolution, mediating, disputing, settling

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development

Trade Dispute - Mediation

Overview

This intervention occurs when there is a dispute or disagreement on labour related matters between an employer and an employee or employees or employees’ representatives. Referrals are to be made within thirty (30) days of the occurrence of the Trade Dispute.

Who is eligible?

An aggrieved employee or employer

How do I get this service?
  • Registration and scheduling of alleged dispute.
  • Attend mediation meeting.
  • If applicant fails to appear for hearing, the dispute is dismissed or if good cause shown then the dismissal is reversed and matter is mediated.
  • If respondent fails to appear for mediation then the default award is issued.
  • If no response to default award within 30 days, default award is referred to Commissioner of Labour and Social Security for enforcement.
  • If responded to and good cause shown, default award is reversed and mediation resumes.

1. If referral outside 30 days

  • Application for condonation of late referral.
  • If condonation is denied dispute referred to Industrial Court.
  • If condonation is granted mediation resumes.

2. If parties agree settlement certificate is issued

  • If settlement certificate is honoured matter is closed.
  • If settlement is not honoured, dispute is referred to Commissioner of Labour for enforcement.

3. Failure to settle

  • Issuance of advisory award.
  • Issuance of certificate of failure to settle.
  • Referral to Industrial Court if it is dispute of right.
  • Referral to arbitration if dispute of interest and parties agree.

4. Referral to industrial action if dispute of interest and not essential service

  • Receipt of notification to strike or lock out.
  • Convene meeting to draw strike/lockout rules.
  • Undertake  industrial action
What supporting documents are required?

What supporting documents are required?

  • Justification for referral
  •  Proof of service
How long will this service take?

Thirty (30) working days

Theme for this service
Labour Administration
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana

Keywords

Trade disputes,  settlement, mediation, intervention, dispute, disagreement

Synonyms

Workplace fight, argument, fixing problems at work, trade dispute resolution, mediating, disputing, settling

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development
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