Two clinics which closed down in the Free State in April were inspected by Health MEC Monyatso Mahlatsi this week where she assessed the impact of the closures on services in the region, and issues of compliance.
The facilities – Bophelong and Leratong Clinics in Allanridge – were both in the Lejweleputswa District.
SABC News reports that both had been given prohibition notices by the Department of Employment & Labour, citing non-compliance with health and safety regulations.
Mahlatsi said that, among other things, there were some serious structural problems with the clinics.
“I am relieved that district management has interacted with other facilities in the area and that our workers have space from to operate while we try to resolve the problems,” she added.
She gave no indication of when the clinics were expected to be rehabilitated and re-opened.
SABC News article – FS Health MEC inspects clinics closed following safety concerns (Open access)
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