The OHS board is the main national body that is responsible for the coordination and collaboration of OHS issues in Zambia. The main national competent bodies charged with an OHS regulatory function in promoting and enforcing OHS include Occupational Safety and Health Services Department. Mines Safety Department and Radiation Protection Authority.
Key pieces of OHS legislation in Zambia. The Ionizing Radiation Act, which provides for the protection of the public and workers from dangers arising from the use of devices or materials. The compensation of workers who are disabled by accidents or who contract diseases in the course of their employment.