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Diamonds Act And Minerals Act Compliance For Diamond Industry Training

SAQA US 110212 | NQF 3 | Credits 8 | Duration 5 Days
From $1,242 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills required to comply with the Diamonds Act and Minerals Act within the diamond industry. It covers legal requirements, regulatory frameworks, and practical compliance measures to ensure ethical and lawful diamond trading and mining operations. Upon completion, learners will be able to apply these acts to their daily work and contribute to a compliant and responsible industry.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply the key provisions of the Diamonds Act and Minerals Act to diamond industry operations.
  • Analyze compliance requirements for diamond possession, trading, and export.
  • Evaluate the implications of non-compliance with the Diamonds Act and Minerals Act.
  • Implement procedures for record-keeping and reporting as required by the Acts.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the role of regulatory bodies in enforcing the Acts.
  • Design a basic compliance checklist for diamond-related activities.

Target Audience

This course is designed for diamond industry professionals including miners, traders, cutters, polishers, and regulatory compliance officers who need to understand and implement the Diamonds Act and Minerals Act in their operations.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Diamond and Minerals Legislation

Objectives:
• Understand the historical context and purpose of the Diamonds Act and Minerals Act
• Identify key regulatory bodies and their roles
• Explain the scope and application of the Acts in the diamond industry
• Recognise the legal definitions and terminology used in the Acts

Topics:
• Overview of the South African diamond industry and regulatory framework
• The Diamonds Act, 1986 (Act No. 56 of 1986): purpose and key provisions
• The Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act, 2002 (Act No. 28 of 2002): purpose and key provisions
• Roles of the South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator (SADPMR) and the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE)
• Legal definitions: diamond, rough diamond, beneficiation, licensee, etc.
• Penalties for non-compliance

Day 2: Licensing, Permits and Registration Requirements

Objectives:
• Identify the types of licences and permits required under the Diamonds Act and MPRDA
• Describe the application process for diamond trading, cutting, and polishing licences
• Understand the registration requirements for diamond dealers and manufacturers
• Explain the conditions and obligations attached to licences

Topics:
• Diamond trading licences: categories and eligibility
• Diamond cutting and polishing permits
• Diamond beneficiation licence requirements
• Mining permits and rights under MPRDA
• Application procedures and documentation
• Licence conditions, renewals, and variations
• Consequences of operating without a licence

Day 3: Compliance Obligations and Record-Keeping

Objectives:
• Outline the record-keeping and reporting obligations under the Diamonds Act
• Explain the requirements for diamond stock and transaction records
• Understand the inspection and audit processes by regulatory authorities
• Describe the procedures for handling, storing, and transporting diamonds securely

Topics:
• Obligations to maintain accurate records of diamond acquisitions, disposals, and stocks
• Reporting requirements: monthly returns and annual statements
• Inspection procedures by SADPMR and DMRE officials
• Security measures for diamond storage and transportation
• Chain of custody documentation
• Penalties for non-compliance with record-keeping
• Case studies of compliance failures

Day 4: Ethical Sourcing, Kimberley Process and International Compliance

Objectives:
• Understand the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) and its role in preventing conflict diamonds
• Explain the requirements for importing and exporting rough diamonds
• Identify ethical sourcing standards and due diligence obligations
• Discuss the relationship between South African legislation and international diamond trade regulations

Topics:
• The Kimberley Process: history, objectives, and implementation
• KPCS certificate requirements for rough diamond imports and exports
• Due diligence guidelines for diamond supply chains
• Ethical sourcing and corporate social responsibility
• The role of the World Diamond Council and industry self-regulation
• International sanctions and trade restrictions
• South Africa's obligations under the KPCS

Day 5: Enforcement, Audits and Practical Compliance Management

Objectives:
• Describe the enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance
• Develop a compliance management plan for a diamond business
• Conduct a mock audit and identify compliance gaps
• Integrate all learning into a practical compliance framework

Topics:
• Enforcement actions: warnings, fines, licence suspension, and criminal prosecution
• Compliance audits: internal and external audit processes
• Developing a compliance manual and training staff
• Responding to regulatory inquiries and inspections
• Best practices for maintaining ongoing compliance
• Review of case studies and lessons learned
• Final assessment and course wrap-up

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

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