Governance & Legal Mandates in Environmental Health

Flashcards covering key terms, legislation, and concepts related to environmental health governance and legal mandates.

Legislation

Laws and regulations enacted by governing bodies to manage and guide specific areas of practice, including Environmental Health.

Environmental Health Practitioners (EHPs)

Professionals responsible for protecting public health through the management of environmental factors.

Section 24 of the Constitution

Constitutional provision that guarantees the right to a healthy environment.

Municipal Health Services (MHS)

Services provided by municipalities focusing on environmental health and safety.

National Environmental Health Policy

A policy that provides direction for Environmental Health services and aligns them with Primary Health Care.

Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act

Legal framework that regulates food safety, hygiene, and standards for food production and sale.

Water Services Act

Legislation that ensures safe water supply and regulates water service authorities.

National Health Act

Legislation that outlines the framework for health services, including the definitions and responsibilities of Municipal Health Services.

Criminal Procedure Act (CPA)

Governance of law enforcement procedures that include the role and powers of EHPs as peace officers.

Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)

Act ensuring fair administrative actions within environmental health inspections and enforcement.

National Development Plan (NDP) 2030

A strategy aimed at achieving long-term development including clean water and healthy environments.

Pollution Control

Regulations aimed at preventing and managing pollution to protect both human health and the environment.

Inspector Powers under FCD Act

Legal authority granted to EHPs to inspect and enforce compliance in food safety practices.