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FORENSIC SERVICE EXELLENCE AWARDS
BACK TO BASICS
TOWARDS A SAFER TOMORROW #CrimeMustFall
01
Roll of
POLICE
CONTENTS The Police magazine is published
by the Publications and Broadcast
Honour
Section of Corporate Communication.
02 Message from the National 12 Unlawful arrests cost the SAPS Head:
Commissioner Corporate Communication
The SAPS pays tribute to members Maj Gen SA de Beer
13 Service Termination process
who lost their lives in the line of duty. 03 Serving Justice through DNA
Sub-Section Head:
Internal Publications
Col Linda van den Berg
14 EHW - Autumn is here! 012 393 7075
04 Forensic Services Excellence SubEditing
Lt Col Fundiswa Maphanga-Nkosi
SURNAME DATE OF Awards 16 Medal Parades 012 393 7104
PERSAL NR RANK PROVINCE CATEGORY
& INITIALS DEATH Journalists:
Lt Col Erica Holtzhausen
06 4 Forensic Services Conference
th
18 Assupol’s Claim Procedure 012 393 7106
Capt Keitumetse Mmushi
012 393 7138
7111404-1 Const Manabile MJ Gauteng 11/20/2016 Murder 08 Visible Policing Awards 21 Missing Persons Capt Vincent Mukhathi
012 393 7088
Capt Kgabo Mashamaite
10 Vehicle Inspections 22 Wanted Persons 012 393 7151
WO Percy Sepaela
012 393 7108
7210062-1 Const Nikwe S KZN 12/12/2016 Murder 11 EHW on a firm footing
Layout
WO Henk Venter
Editorial
Cover
Lt Col Kabelo Marumo
Photographers:
WO Theo van Wyk
“Productivity and The Forensic Services Division also held its 4th 012 393 7103
efficiency can be annual conference in line with the back-to-
WO Anne Magakoe
achieved only step by basics approach: ‘Uncompromising compliance 012 393 7290
step with sustained with the fundamental principle of policing’.
WO Tinyiko Mathebula
hard work, relentless International delegates shared best practices on 012 393 7287
attention to detail and applying the fundamentals of forensic evidence WO Ndanduleni Nyambeni
insistence on the highest gathering, processing and storing. A synopsis 012 393 7279
standards of quality and of these talks is an interesting feature on pp language EDITING by:
performance.” – Jehangir 6 and 7. Forensic evidence is vital to solving Lt Col Ilze-Mari Visagie
Capt Christelle van der Colff
Ratanji Dadabhoy ‘JRD’ cases and incarcerating callous criminals – Capt Maurene Claasens
Tata giving the victims and their families the justice
SAPS POLICE Online:
they deserve. Read about the importance of Lt Col Johan Heüer
These words ring true in the South African forensic services and instances where analysts 012 393 7030
heuer@saps.gov.za
Police Service (SAPS) and echo what the Acting paid attention to detail and solved cases, even
National Commissioner, Lt Gen Phahlane, wishes decade-old ones, using microscopic evidence and REPUBLISHING
Permission to republish articles
to accomplish through his back-to-basics technology that had not yet been available, on contained in the Police may be
approach to policing. If every member applies the page three. obtained from the Head: Corporate
Communication. The opinions
fundamentals, follows the prescripts to the letter expressed in the Police are
and gives their best daily, the organisation is As part of going back-to-basics, we have not necessarily those of the Head:
sure to provide an effective policing service that started publishing a series on prescripts in Corporate Communication, his staff
or of the Police authorities.
fulfils its constitutional mandate to create a safe the organisation that range from lawful arrest
INDEMNITY
environment for all in the country. to service termination and vehicle inspection Contributions, photographs and
procedures. Look out for these to refresh other material sent to the Police
Our men and women in blue, together with your memory and keep in line. This month, for publication must be accompanied
by a stamped and self-addressed
our support staff, are pivotal to the success we also have an informative article for the envelope. Contributions are returned
of the South African Police Service. We must SAPS’s members who may have unclaimed and at the risk of the contributor. The
Police reserves the right to effect
be ambassadors of the SAPS and at all times unconfirmed benefits at Assupol (pp 18 - 20). changes to any contribution.
abide by our Code of Conduct which will lead to The article is a step-by-step guide to check if you
COPYRIGHT Police
us being regarded as an upstanding, respected have any money due to you and how to go about Copyright reserved
and professional organisation serving all in claiming it. We urge members to study it, as a
South Africa equally. Management has been large number of benefits are left unclaimed for
appreciating the work of loyal and committed years.
men and women in blue as the 2016/2017
financial year drew to an end. In the previous As usual, we have our Employee Health and
issue, we saw long-serving officers receive Wellness piece helps us cope with the many
medals for their decades of hard work and loyalty stresses of life – this edition’s focus is on keeping
@ SAPoliceService
to the organisation. This month, we see more of active and healthy in the gloomy Autumn months
these medal parades on pp 16 and 17. In addition ahead (pp 14 - 15). This month, however, we paid
to these are the service excellence awards homage to the people who are always there to South African
ceremonies held by the Visible Policing (pp 4 - help us cope with life as we recognised Social Police Service
5) and Forensic Services (pp 8 - 9) Divisions in Work Month (p 11). (SAPS Official Page)
A marbled sculpture shall rise to their memory, engraved stone shall bear record of their deeds, honour of the men and women in blue who went
www.saps.gov.za
and their remembrance shall be as lasting as the land they honoured. beyond the call of duty during the year under Enjoy the read.
review.
Brig Sally de Beer
02 03
DNA
POLICE march 2017 march 2017 POLICE
• The improvement of internal communication on
organisational policies, processes and practices,
Serving Justice
through
including compliance monitoring and evaluation.
One of the important lessons learnt during the conference
was the need to follow an integrated multi-disciplinary By Capt Vincent Mukhathi
approach and ensure close teamwork by the different Photograph by WO Anne Magakoe
environments in law enforcement. Forensic services must
D
build on the established forums between the Divisions: NA evidence is increasingly becoming vital in
Detectives Services, Crime Intelligence and Visible Policing.
ensuring accuracy and fairness in the Criminal
We must also not underestimate the role that the National
Prosecuting Authority plays during the investigative phase Justice System. On a number of occasions, forensic
and obviously during the prosecution phase of cases. analyses advancements have resulted in major
The Seven-Point Plan which was approved by Cabinet in breakthroughs in cold cases that had remained
2007 pursued the building of capacity in the Criminal Justice unsolved for many years. DNA can be used to
System (CJS) to tackle the high levels of crime in South identify criminals with high accuracy and allows the
Africa. Forensic Services was chosen as a focal point for
additional funding because it influences the effectiveness
incarceration of guilty parties, reduces the suspect
ACTING NATIONAL of subsequent investigations, prosecutions, and judicial pool and even exonerates persons who were Lt Gen Phahlane added that the training of authorised persons
COMMISSIONER’S MESSAGE proceedings within the CJS. mistakenly accused or convicted. or detectives on how to take buccal samples, is progressing
well and that almost 26 000 members have already been
Lt Gen Khomotso Phahlane trained. He also pointed out that the increase in quality forensic
Since 2009, additional funding of over R 8 billion was made Generally, DNA is used to solve crimes in one of two ways.
available to recruit forensic personnel, train existing staff, Firstly, in cases where a suspect is identified, a sample of that products, coupled with good detective work, has resulted in
purchase specialised equipment, modernise systems and person’s DNA can be compared to evidence obtained from a significant increase in the number of cases where serial
In the first week of March 2017, the fourth
Forensic Services Conference was hosted
under the theme: Fundamentals of Forensic
fund the operations of the Division: Forensic Services.
The additional funding allowed the SAPS to expand the
the crime scene. The results of this comparison may help to
establish whether or not the suspect committed the crime.
Secondly, DNA can also be used in cases where a suspect has
offenders have been successfully prosecuted.
Many cold cases were solved through the use of the DNA
Evidence, which ties in with the overall Back to reach of crime scene services, to improve crime scene not yet been identified, biological evidence from the crime scene database and/or forensic evidence and the police were able to
attendance and to improve the quality of crime scene can be analysed and compared to offender profiles on the DNA secure heavy sentences for perpetrators:
Basics Approach of the SAPS. In the forensic
evidence. It has also improved the availability, timeliness database to help identify the perpetrator. Crime scene evidence
services context, Back to Basics means ensuring and quality of forensic analysis. All round there has been can also be linked to other crime scenes by using the DNA • A young female victim’s long wait for justice to prevail
that the correct protocols are adhered to when a considerable improvement in the efficiency of forensic database. has ended, when her rapist was convicted of kidnapping
processing crime scenes and analysing exhibit services. Turnaround times have improved and there is and sexually assaulting her when she was a child.
material both at crime scenes and within the virtually no sign of backlogged cases. The government passed the DNA Act on 31 January 2015.
The Act provides the police with the required legal framework On 26 May 1998, a 10-year-old girl left her Alexandra
forensic services laboratories, in line with the
Prosecutors also report substantial improvements in the to ensure that forensic DNA examinations contribute to the home in Gauteng with her brother’s girlfriend to visit a
ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 Quality Management successful and effective investigation of criminal casework. sick child at a hospital in Johannesburg. On their way,
quality of
System. forensic evidence submitted to courts. Most significantly, The Act formally establishes the National Forensic DNA they went to see an aunt at the Mimosa Hotel in Hillbrow,
analysis shows that the percentage of cases with forensic Database that consists of a number of indices containing where she lived. A man at the reception area told them
The conference brought together some of the finest forensic evidence resulting in a guilty verdict, has increased. This forensic DNA profiles derived from samples collected from that they were too young to be there and took the older
examiners and enquiring minds in our region and from is especially the case in respect of priority crimes such as different categories of persons and crime samples. The Act girl upstairs to look for the aunt; leaving the 10-year-
across the globe. It is reassuring that we applied collective murder and rape. This indicates that forensic evidence now makes provision for several ways of safeguarding and defines old alone downstairs. A while later, the man returned
wisdom to encourage discussions and provide solutions plays a major role in securing justice outcomes. penalties to ensure that forensic exhibit material and samples alone, saying that the elder girl would meet them at the
to areas that pose challenges in the application of forensic are collected, stored and used only for purposes related to hospital and led the young girl by the hand to a nearby
services. The lessons learnt must now be institutionalised The first Forensic Services Excellence Awards function on the detection of crime and the investigation of an offence or park, where he raped her. At the end of 2016, the rapist,
in learning programmes and the optimization of work 17 March prosecution. David White, was found guilty of kidnapping and raping
processes. 2017 confirmed that the additional funding was money the victim.
well spent. The awards were presented to acknowledge In the recent 4th Forensic Services Conference held in Pretoria,
Some of the many best practices taken from the forensic personnel for excelling in their respective duties the Acting National Commissioner, Lt Gen Khomotso Phahlane, • A poaching syndicate responsible for slaughtering more
conference include: at Forensic Services. The extra efforts and dedication made indicated the progress made with regard to the implementation than 90 rhinos, was stopped in its tracks.
by members are contributing significantly in the conducting of the Act. “The national DNA database was established by
• The identification of the benefits of a Quality of court-directed investigations, backed up by solid forensic loading forensic DNA profiles to different indices daily. It Three suspects were arrested just outside Grahamstown
Management System in line with international work. currently has more than 710 000 profiles. This database is in the Eastern Cape after a rhino horn worth an estimated
standards which will give confidence to our currently the largest on R1,2 million and a dart gun had been found in their
customers; We are extremely proud of the shining stars at Forensic the African continent and possession. Through forensic ballistic examinations,
• The partnership of law enforcement with academia Services and we extend hearty congratulations to the among the 10 largest the dart gun was linked to several poaching incidents
on forensic research and development in the country, winners and their fellow employees who work as teams to globally. More than 200 000 across the country. The suspects were subsequently
including a contribution towards forensic curricula; secure quality evidence for court. profiles have been expunged, linked to a highly-organised syndicate that darted rhinos
• The direct involvement of all levels of management, in accordance with the with the lethal etorphine (M99) drug and dehorned them.
including forensic examiners at grass roots level, in requirements of the DNA Act There have not been any incidents with a similar modus
the establishment and implementation of the Quality to date,” he said. operandi since the suspects had been arrested in June
Management System; 2016.
Capt Jeoffery Manganye from the
BACK TO BASICS TOWARDS A SAFER TOMORROW Victim Identification Centre taking
buccal swab.
#CrimeMustFall
04 POLICE MARCH 2017 MARCH 2017 POLICE 05
Members Awarded for
FORENSIC Service Excellence
By Capt Vincent Mukhathi
Photographs by WO Tinyiko Mathebula
WO CL Moore
Pretoria Victim idenfication Centre.
Awards were presented to the winners on the
following general categories namely:
• Criminal Record and Crime Scene Management
WO GA Waddington WO HJ Roos • Forensic Science Laboratory
• Quality Management
• Support Services
• Special Categories for the Division.
Criminal Record and Crime Scene Management Best
Performers:
Criminalistic Expert Const J Baloyi
Explosives Expert WO GG du Plessis
Psychology Expert Capt WC Nachtmann
Investigation Team George Local Criminal Records Centre.
Forensic Science Laboratory Analysts Best Performers:
Biology WO GA Waddington
Chemistry WO HA Ontong
George Local Criminal Records Centre. Personnel Management Ballistics WO CL Moore
Questioned Documents WO MN Shabodien
Investigation Team Pretoria Victim Identification Centre.
T he first-ever Forensic Services Division
Excellence awards of the SAPS were held
at Emperor’s Palace on 17 March 2017. The
the importance of praising high quality work, congratulated
all the winners and also urged members to work even
harder.
in ensuring that we continue providing an excellent service
to the people of our country.”
Quality Management Best Performer:
Col K Simon.
He also appreciated both recipients and nominees for the Support Services Best Performers:
awards put the spotlight on the police officers hard work and dedication they showed in the year under
In his keynote address, the Acting National Commissioner, Lt Personnel Management PPO D Moodley
and staff members who went the extra mile Gen Khomotso Phahlane, said: “Forensic analysis remains review. “Nominees and recipients of the awards, we can Human Resource Development PO TS Morota
when performing their duties in the 2015/2016 a critical element in the realisation of the SAPS’s strategic never thank you enough. You bring pride and dignity to Cleaner Mr TP Lepota
financial year. objectives by contributing to the successful prosecution the blue uniform we all wear. Your dedication has been Team Personnel Management.
of crime, through investigating, gathering and analysing exemplary and your ingenuity has left us all marveling at
The glamorous event was attended by the SAPS’s top evidence, thereby increasing detection rates of priority your achievements. You are unsung heroes and heroines Special Categories Best Performers:
management and was made possible by sponsorships from crime categories.” and we hope that gestures of appreciation, such as these Disabled of the Year WO HJ Roos
Vodacom, Tracker and Polmed. Awardees were honoured awards will go a long way in improving service delivery Sports person of the Year Capt TF Masupa
for their professionalism, selflessness and exceptional He added that it was critical for members of the Forensic toward the realisation of our goals and objectives,” he said. Woman of the Year AC MM Sekaja-Khambule
contributions in the Forensic Services Division. Services Division to take advantage of every scientific and Man of the Year Lt Col JR Mampane
technological method available in the forensic investigation, Lt Gen Phahlane further said that the awards served as Commander Col V Ruthenavelu
In his welcoming speech, the Acting Divisional in a bid to correctly analyse, retrieve and collect evidence motivation and encouragement to those who were not Section Head M Reddy
Commissioner for Forensic Services, Maj Gen Lesetja from the scene any of crime. nominated, saying that they should not despair but that Divisional Commissioner’s Col AJ Steyn
Mangale, said that the purpose of the event was to award they should rather believe that they were next in line to be Award
men and women, who worked diligently and went beyond Lt Gen Phahlane also touched on the appreciation of good celebrated and generate motivation from that.
the call of duty and showed commitment, dedication and work ethics. “We are solely gathered here tonight to simply
hard work when executing their duties. He also emphasised express our gratitude for your hard work and selflessness
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4 Forensic Conference
th In his key note address, the Acting National Commissioner,
Lt Gen Khomotso Phahlane, emphasised that the role of
the conference is to improve the quality of forensics in the
country.
strengthens best practices and techniques in the field
“Since the first conference, the Forensic Services Division
By Capt Vincent Mukhathi has started with several initiatives to improve and align our
Photographs by WO Tinyiko Mathebula services, processes, technology and techniques in line with
current advancements in forensic practices. We acquired
the latest technology for crime scene processing and
laboratory analysis, including the semi-automation of the
analysis of buccal samples to support the implementation
of the DNA Act. These measures assisted us in reducing our
backlogs and improving turnaround times,” he said.
Lt Gen Phahlane also urged police officials to ensure
that evidence is handled correctly and protected from
contamination and manipulation – emphasising aspects
paramount to ensuring quality forensic results. He also
emphasised that the recent assessment facilitated by the
Department of Monitoring and Evaluation indicated that
forensic products were now positively impacting crime
solving and court processes.
In his conclusion, Lt Gen Phahlane pointed out the
massive contributions these conferences make within the
organisation and the entire country. “These conferences
are contributing significantly to a more cooperative
and cohesive approach to conducting court-directed
investigations that are backed up by solid forensic work.
We must work harder and smarter to ensure that we
speak on behalf of victims of crime, who cannot speak
for themselves. We must ensure that justice is served for
T he SAPS hosted the 4th Forensic Service’s
Conference at the Council for Scientific and
Industrial Research International Convention
practices, as well as deliberating on emerging tools and
technology with the aim of advancing forensic skills.
victims of crime and their families,” he said.
The following are some of the many best practices taken
Centre in Pretoria. The theme of this year’s from the conference:
conference, held between 27 February and
2 March, was: “Fundamentals of Forensic • The collaboration of law enforcement and forensic
Evidence.” medical examiners/pathologist investigating crimes
that involve the deceased
The theme was aligned to the eighth pillar of the back-to-
basics strategy, namely: “Uncompromising compliance • Strengthening the relationship between key role
with the fundamental principle of policing”. In the forensic players involved in the investigation of crime and the
services context, this means ensuring that the correct Criminal Justice System at large
protocols are adhered to when crime scenes are processed
and exhibits analysed. • The establishment of a forensic strategy which
encompasses proactive and reactive interventions
The conference was attended by more than 600 delegates using forensic intelligence in all spheres of policing
which included police officers, and local and international
forensic experts. They shared best practices and knowledge • The collaboration of law enforcement with academia
within the areas of forensic crime scene investigation and on forensic development in the country, including
exhibits processing. They also explored new technology and contributions toward the forensic curricula.
techniques in the field.
The conference also highlighted the advancement of
A total of 30 scientific posters, 101 papers and 17 forensic methods and techniques used in the tracing,
workshops conducted by international speakers, were identification and detection of very small quantities of
presented during the four-day conference. The delegates exhibit material. It also played a pivotal role in educating
held various sessions discussing and challenging current and enhancing the skills of forensic examiners/analysts,
academics, crime scene first responders and detectives in
the various fields of forensics.
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Visible Policing rewards members
for going beyond the call of duty Division Visible Policing Excellence Awards Recipients
By Capt Kgabo Mashamaite Divisional Excellence Awards: Visible Policing
Photographs by Capt Vincent Mukhathi
Divisional Commissioner’s Award: Food Service Aid S Ngoepe (Late)
Visible Policing Group of the Year: Const ML Nthulane and Const Z Mudau
Visible Policing Employee of the Year Level 8-12: Col CT Siwela
Visible Policing Employee of the Year Level 8-12: 1st Runner-up: Capt NC Mhle
Visible Policing Employee of the Year Level 8-12: 2nd Runner-up: Capt AJ Motloung
Visible Policing Employee of the Year Level 8-12: 3rd Runner-up: Capt SS Baloyi
Administration Employee of the Year Level 1-7: SAC LD Segaole
Sports person of the Year: Capt NC Mhle
Social Crime Prevention Component:
DNC Masemola and Lt Gen Overall Employee of the Year Level 8-12: Col MP Dolo
Masiye congratulating Administration Employee of the Year Level 1-7: AC LBM Tsheola
Capt NC Mhle after having Administration Employee of the Year Level 1-7: AC MA Makhobo
scooped the Sportswoman
of the Year Award & Visible
Proactive Policing Services Component:
Policing Employee of the
Year 8-12 2nd Runner-up
Awards. Administration Employee of the Year Level 8-12: Col MS Louw
Administration Employee of the Year Level 8-12: Capt TM Mariane
Administration Employee of the Year Level 1- 7: SAC PE Mashala
Rapid Rail and Police Emergency Services Component:
H
Administration Team of the Year: Capt NE Matshinya-led team
ard working SAPS employees who went such as crime against women and children – and conduct
Administration Employee of the Level Year 1-7: AC EM de Erling
beyond the call of duty and served the community-based crime prevention.
Administration Employee of the Year Level 8-12: Capt MM Mokwatlo
organisation with distinction were duly Through the SAPS’s back-to-basics approach, the Team of the Year: Sgt LS Mafodi
recognised for their efforts during a Visible organisation aims to provide a proactive and responsive Sgt SS Diphoko
Policing Service Excellence Award Ceremony, policing service in order to discourage and prevent serious Sgt TD Makhubu
held in Centurion on 24 February 2017. crimes. We aim to reduce the number of serious crimes Sgt PF Phetla
from the reported 182 079 in the 2014/2015 financial year Sportsperson of the Year: Col AJ Botha-Viljoen
Women and men in dignified blue, as well as Public Service to – at the most – 1 685 in the 2018/2019 financial year.
Act members were rewarded for the outstanding work This will be achieved by effectively implementing sector Firearms, Liquor and Second-Hand Goods Section:
they performed in the 2015/2016 financial year. These policing at all police stations, conducting crime prevention
Group of the Year:
members’ work enabled the Visible Policing Division to operations in identified hotspots and providing improved
Lt Col MT Sithagu
realise its key responsibility objectives, which allowed the training to detectives and forensic specialists. Lt Col DB Adams
organisation to provide an essential service to members of Capt P Baloyi
the public. We are confident that we will be able to maintain safety and Capt L Ngobeni
security, and provide for specialised interventions to ensure Employee of the Year Level 8-12: Lt Col ZA Makhubela
In thanking these distinguished members, the Deputy that all inhabitants of this country are and feel safe through Employee of the Year Level 1-7: Messenger AS Majavu
National Commissioner for Policing, Lt Gen Sehlahle visible policing.”
Masemola, said: Group of the Year: Compliance Inspections of Non-Official Institutions
Lt Gen Masemola also expressed his appreciation to all Col AH Rascher
the family members who have continuously supported the Lt Col LL Chokwe
“As we begin this year on the high note of recognising
Lt Col MG Manganye
exceptional service, I hope we will be encouraged to do even police officers, while they performed their daily policing
Lt Col EL Tshabalala
better in our fight against crime. Men and women in blue, for duties. Capt PJ Kenny
having chosen this noble career of policing, you are in your Capt M Willemse
own right heroes of this nation. You are always out there The Divisional Commissioner for Visible Policing, Lt Gen Best Performer Level 1-3: PAC RS Masemola (Firearms Appeal Board)
fighting the most notorious and dangerous of criminals, you Nobesuthu Masiye, commended the recipients of the medals
frequently face very difficult situations and remain brave – for their commitment in ensuring that the SAPS delivers on Support Services Component:
seeking to protect and defend the vulnerable and uphold the its mandate.
Constitution of this country. Administration Employee of the Year Level 1-7: PAC ML Sathekge
“You have truly made a difference in 2016. You ensured Administration Employee of the Year Level 8-12: Capt YA White
safety during the Local Government Elections, the Persons with Disability of the Year: SAC NL Nkuna
Very often your lives are at risk when you save others. The
Administration Employee of the Year (Vispol Division) Level 1-7: PPO LP Manong
Visible Policing Division is regarded as a line function of the #FeesMustFall protests, the alleged anti-foreigner dissents
Administration Employee of the Year (Discipline Management Section) Level 1-7: PO GH Khoza
SAPS and it is specifically responsible for combating crime and the Safer Festive Season campaign, to name but a Best Trainer of the Year and Best Group of the Year: AC JK Babana
through operations. We combat crime at railways, deal few successful operations. Your dedication has not gone Administration Employee of the Year 1-7: SPO IJ Matjeke
with crimes affecting the moral fabric of society – crimes unnoticed,” she said.
10 POLICE march 2017 march 2017 POLICE 11
EHW on a firm
footing
By Capt Keitumetse Mmushi
Photographs by WO Ndanduleni Nyambeni and WO Anne Magakoe
The importance of weekly
Fleet Manager, Capt Thamsanqa
Reginald Buthelezi inspecting
vehicles.
vehicle inspections Maj Gen
Busi Temba
Compiled by Capt Vincent Mukhathi addressing
Photograph by WO Anne Magakoe members.
A weekly inspection of all vehicles, motor cars,
motorcycles and trailers, is a procedure
mandated by National Instruction 4 of 2011
vehicles are clean, properly maintained, serviced,
cared for and serviceable.
E very year in March, millions of social
workers across the world celebrate Social
• Vehicles must be inspected for damage and if any is Work Month. The SAPS’s Employee Health and
to ensure that all SAPS vehicles are in a found, no matter how slight, the person conducting the
serviceable condition and to maintain safety. inspection must ensure that such damage is reported
Wellness (EHW)’s Social Work Services recently
The instruction orders that vehicles must be and an entry to this effect is made in the SAPS 132 (b). joined the rest of the world in celebrating the
inspected weekly and commanders must The interior and exterior cleanliness of a vehicle must contribution they make to the well-being of
ensure that this is done. also be inspected and an entry indicating the state of others.
the cleanliness of the vehicle, must also be made in
the SAPS 132 (b). The celebrations were held at The Lapa at the Supply Chain
The Acting National Commissioner, Lt Gen Khomotso
Management in Silverton, Pretoria. This year, the social
Phahlane, has mandated Management Intervention to
• A standard checklist, available to fleet managers, workers commemorated Social Work Month with a “Social
address the lack of adherence to the National Instruction
must be used to ensure that the inspection is Workers Stand Up!” campaign. The National Association of
regarding weekly inspections at police stations and units. A
comprehensive and that all relevant aspects are Social Workers (NASW) said that this campaign will educate
task team was established and it conducted assessments
covered in the vehicle inspection . the public about the contributions of social workers and give
at the SAPS garages. The team found that vehicles were
social workers and their allies’ tools they can use to elevate
not being inspected weekly as stipulated in Chapter 15 of
• The member who conducts an inspection, must the profession.
National Instruction 4 of 2011.
check that the details on the fuel card of the vehicle
correspond with the vehicle and that the licence disc Social work is a profession and the social science
According to the National Head of Transport Management,
is displayed on the vehicle. committed to the pursuit of social justice, quality of Social workers celebrating their month.
Maj Gen (Dr) Karel Husselmann, members must take vehicle
work and to the development of the full potential of each
inspections very seriously. He says that not conducting
• After a weekly inspection has been carried out, the individual, group and community. The NASW mentioned
vehicle inspections puts the lives of others at risk and
commander must ensure that a certificate is sent to that many people misunderstand the role of social workers
has a negative impact on the image of the SAPS. He urged
the relevant accounting officer, stating - and the invaluable contributions they bring to society, even all employees in the organisation,” she said.
commanders to ensure that thorough vehicle inspections
(a) that the inspection was carried out; though social workers stand up for millions of people who A week before the celebrations, the EHW Component held an
are carried out weekly.
(b) that all damages were reported; are experiencing devastating illnesses and mental health induction programme for members that have been recently
(c) whether or not the vehicle is serviceable. crises, our veterans, children, families and communities appointed.
Maj Gen Husselmann further explained that weekly vehicle
daily.
inspections have positive benefits for the organisation,
Paragraph 101 of the National Instruction states the Maj Gen Busi Temba, Head of the EHW Component,
because they improve the image of the organisation, prolong
following: According to Brig Erika Sutterheim of the Social Work welcomed the new members and encouraged them to
the lifespan of the vehicles, and improve the safety of the
Administrative inspection of Vehicles Register SAPS 132 (b) Services Section, social workers always strive to empower give the organisation their best. She told them to properly
drivers and other road users. He also urged members
A commander or an employee designated by him or her, those who once had no voice, by showing them some position themselves within the organisation. “We are
to familiarise themselves with and abide by National
must inspect the Vehicle Register when he or she carries out options as possible solutions to their problems and allowing different professionals, but clustered as the EHW. Our role
Instruction 4 of 2011.
weekly inspections of the vehicle. The correctness of entries them to make their own choices. “As the Section Head of is not properly understood so you need to understand how
made in respect of journeys undertaken, the service record the Social Work Services, I want to take this opportunity to and where you fit into the organisation. Your services are
Paragraph 97 of National Instruction 4 states:
and the fuel and oils slips must be checked to ensure proper thank members for joining the SAPS as a social worker. You needed when things are not right. Most of the time we are
• Every commander must ensure that all vehicles,
control. Remarks regarding the Vehicle Register must be are now part of a team of people who are dedicated to serve like emergency services,” she said.
motorcycles and trailers under his or her control,
entered in black ink in the part: ‘Vehicle inspected and
are inspected at least once a week to ensure that the
Register checked’.
12 POLICE march 2017 march 2017 POLICE 13
UNLAWFUL ARRESTS Service Termination Process
COST THE SAPS •
•
Z894 (Bank Form)
Clearly certified copy of ID
By Capt Keitumetse Mmushi • Audited leave certificate together with a PERSAL #4.5.11
Photograph by WO Tinyiko Mathebula printout
• Divorce Decree with settlement agreement, if applicable,
A
• Z583 (Application for continuation of medical aid)
significantly high number of civil claims are instituted • Z864 (Updating of Personal Particulars)
against the SAPS. This is of great concern and has
far-reaching implications for the budget of the SAPS. Huge
amounts of money that could have been used on functional What are the implications of going on early pension/
retirement?
policing and the improvement of working conditions, is spent If your are a GEPF member you will be penalised 0.3% of your lump
I
on civil claims. An alarmingly high number of these claims are f you are a South African Police Act member sum and monthly pension.
as a result of illegal arrests by members of the SAPS. turning 60 or a Public Service Act member If you are a SALA member you will be penalised 4% of your lump
sum and monthly pension.
Arrest constitutes one of the most drastic infringements of the rights of a
turning 65 in six months’ time or resigning, you
person. The rules that have been laid down in the Constitution, 1996 (Act No need to do the following: What happens if my forms are not properly
108 of 1996), the Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act No 51 of 1977), and other completed, unreadable or have date stamps that are
relevant legislation concerning the circumstances when a person may be • All necessary documents must be fetched from and returned not visible?
to your Human Resource Office so that they can be uploaded Illegible and incorrect documents will not be accepted, which will
arrested and how such a person should be treated, must therefore be strictly
onto the PERSAP system for the registration of your service subsequently delay your pension pay out.
adhered to. It is totally unacceptable that legislation and instructions in this
termination.
regard are being blatantly disobeyed.
• All SAPS 108 equipment must be serviceable and available I want to resign at the end of the current month, is it
for submission upon retirement. possible or are there time frames?
The following are examples of situations and incidents which lead to illegal Yes, it is possible to resign within 24 hours. However, short notice
• Personal particulars must be up to date.
and unlawful arrests: • Any temporary incapacity leave? Make sure that all temporary resignations are not recommended as you will not be receiving
incapacity leave which you have applied for throughout your your pension pay out within the shortest possible time. It is further
• A lack of reasonable suspicion to arrest a suspect (arrest without a career has been finalised. recommended that employees give 30 days’ notice prior to the
warrant) • Ever used unpaid leave? If so, consult with your local Finance resignation date to allow the employer to finalise the service
• Insufficient evidence to justify an arrest or detention Office so that they can liaise with Head Office’s Pension termination process.
• Not complying with prescripts and instructions Section to ensure that pension contributions to the relevant
• Wrong person arrested pension fund are intact. How long will it take to finalise the process?
• No crime was committed • Your ID must be in good condition in order to submit legible Depending on the receipt of correct documents at all levels the
• Information regarding an alleged crime is not verified copies thereof upon submission of your service termination following time frames have been set for the processing of service
• No warrant of arrest is obtained before the arrest is made documents. If it is not, apply for a new one ASAP. termination documents:
• A suspect is detained for more than 48 hours without appearing in • Ever divorced? If yes, make sure that you have copies of the • 10 days at station level
court Divorce Decrees and Settlement Agreements available. • 12 days at provincial level
• An arrest is made out of revenge, with bad ulterior motives, or with a • Pension fund admission dates must correspond with the • 8 days at Service Termination Management
‘don’t care’ attitude date of your contributions towards the pension fund. Verify by • 20 days at Finance for Resignations and Death cases/10 days
• Uncertainty by a member when applying theoretical knowledge in liaising with the relevant pension fund. at Finance for Retirements
practice. • Polmed member? If you have more than 10 years’ service and • 10 days at Service Termination Management for submission
intend on continuing your membership after your retirement to the relevant pension fund
date, you need to liaise directly with POLMED to ensure this.
There are various methods with which an accused person’s attendance at a
• Public Service Act member? You need to complete a Z583 The various pension funds have their own respective time frames
trial may be secured. Arrest is the most drastic, members should, therefore,
form for the continuation of medical aid membership. for the pension pay out to take place.
regard it as a last resort. Each member must always exercise his or her
• GEPF Employees are entitled to a third of their pension as a
discretion in a proper manner when deciding whether a suspect must be
lump sum and two thirds as monthly pension payment for the What if the process takes longer?
arrested or dealt with differently. rest of their lives. Contact your local station/unit HRM office for enquiries.
• SALA members have a choice of opting for a once-off lump
Members, even though authorised by law, should refrain from arresting a sum or a monthly pension. What is a handing-in process?
person if - A handing in process entails the submission of all SAPS 108
Where can I get more information? equipment and the accounting for all losses in respect thereof.
• the attendance of the person may be secured by means of a summons You need to go to your local HR / Support Services office.
as provided for in Section 54 of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1977; or If I wanted to relocate upon or after retirement, will
• the member believes on reasonable grounds that a Magistrate’s What documents must I complete? my relocation be paid by the employer.
Court, on convicting such person of that offence, will not impose a fine The following documents must reach Head Office’s Service Yes, your relocation to any place in the country may be paid for
exceeding the amount determined by the Minister, from time to time, Terminations Management three months prior to the date of by the State on approval of the National Commissioner if you
by notice in the Government Gazette, in which event such member may retirement via your respective police station/unit and province/ terminate your services on account of retirement, early retirement,
hand to the accused a written notice (J534) as a method of securing his division: ill-health retirement, expiry of contract (National and Provincial
or her attendance in the Magistrate’s Court in accordance with section • Retirement letter issued by your employer Commissioners), death; and on condition that you should have
56 of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1977. • SAPS 584 (Application for Service Termination and Dismissal) completed or would have completed no less than 10 years’
• Choice Form for Retirement/Discharge (also known as the continuous service on attainment of the pensionable age.
Choice Form for Spouse)
14 POLICE march 2017 march 2017 POLICE 15
EHW EHW
AUTUMN is Here!
Become active in the morning. • Carry hand sanitizer and use it!
During autumn and winter, days are shorter and by the time If an office or public restroom looks a little sketchy,
you arrive home from work, it is likely to be dark outside. If it probably is. I prefer using an all-natural hand
you can, take advantage of the morning sunlight by finishing sanitizer product.
your workout early. When night time hits, you do not have to
worry about forcing yourself to the gym and the endorphins • Use public transport consciously.
Adapted from Danielle Angelica
will keep you happy throughout the day. Taxis and busses are poorly ventilated and are
hotspots for breeding contagious germs. If you have
Take advantage of healthy seasonal foods. a long commute and public transport is your only
Autumn is full of many nourishing and vitamin-packed option, try sitting where there are less people. If you
fruits and vegetables. Fill up on seasonal items, such as have a shorter destination to reach, consider walking
cabbage, squash, greens, broccoli, cauliflower, beetroot, or riding a bicycle. Walking or cycling in the cold can
spinach, mielies, avocadoes, bananas, mangoes, lemons, boost your blood circulation and burns more calories.
watermelons, green beans and eggplant. These are all great
options and they will taste best, be fresher, and have their • Clean your jackets, gloves, and hats.
highest nutritional value by then. Many people do not think to do this except at the
beginning or the end of the season (if at all), however,
Up your awareness of hunger and fullness cues. outerwear can trap a lot of pollutants, dirt, and germs.
Our ancestors were predisposed to gain weight in autumn Dry clean coats and wash hats and gloves regularly.
so that they could survive the winter. This means that your
body is now programmed to put on weight in autumn and • Eat superfood.
winter. To prevent this natural inclination, take extra caution Try to experience the power of chia seeds. With more
to pay attention to your hunger and fullness levels, while antioxidants than blueberries, more fibre than beans,
you are eating. Make sure you are eating because of genuine more calcium than milk, and more omega-3s than
hunger and not for emotional reasons or simply due to salmon, it really packs a punch your nutrition plan.
craving. Eating slowly, mindfully, and without distractions, is
the best way to make this happen. • Avoid alcohol and dairy.
Alcohol can weaken the immune system and dairy
Enjoy comforting filling meals. products can irritate an already sore throat.
Things like soup, stew, sautéed greens and squashes, are
all great seasonal options that will also feel comforting • Take supplements/juices.
and filling. It is a time to fill up on heartier vegetables like Drinking juice, is a great way to get essential vitamins
pumpkin and potatoes, and enjoy warmer food choices. and nutrients in your body. An immunity supplement
We tend to crave heartier, warmer meals in autumn like like vitamin C goes a long way in building your
Umngqusho (samp and beans), lamb cutlets, and chakalaka. immune system for the winter.
This might not be the best time for your smoothies and
salads, and that is ok. You are likely to not be satisfied after • Do the fist pound.
cooler, lighter meals and will be better off feeling satisfied Something you can consider doing is the fist pound,
with healthy, nutritious, comforting food choices. instead of hand shaking. It is a little goofy but actually
quite fun and also a great way to avoid germs. If you
Go for an afternoon walk. need to do a firm hand shake, make sure to sanitize
There is a correlation between depression and sunlight, your hands after the hand shake, preferably when the
which is why some people get the seasonal blues. These person is not present so they do not get offended.
seasonal ‘blues’ may actually cause you to eat more, so
make sure you are getting enough sunlight and vitamin D in • Think positive.
your days. Make it a priority to go outside in the afternoon to Sometimes when I’m feeling
soak up some sunlight, before it becomes dark. down, or I am sitting looking
at all the long faces going
Stay healthy. home, I smile. Smiling has
Shared spaces can be a breeding ground in the winter. Some been proven to improve
A utumn can definitely be a time to start easing up on our healthy habits. After spending months at
the gym, squeezing into a bikini for Christmas and enjoying fresh fruit and salads, it can often be
a time to cut ourselves some slack. After all, you will have sweaters and baggy clothes in your future.
of us fall ill and maybe even be ill for multiple times in the
flu season with colds, stomach viruses, and even bronchitis.
Never underestimate the healing powers of yoga and
overall mood, immune
system, and relieve stress.
The biggest culprit of
meditation! Continuing with strong yoga practising, helps sickness can be a negative
Nothing wrong with that! attitude so when things get
with releasing toxins from the body and strengthens the
mind and body. Meditating helps cultivate an internal rough turn that frown upside
Here are some tips to tune into your body and ease into the autumn season and stay healthy. strength that can take on the harsh winter elements. down!
Many of us cannot afford to be sick, so here are some
practical and natural tips I have used to help staying healthy
in the winter season:
16 POLICE march 2017 march 2017 POLICE 17
TMS HOLDS Detectives recognised for
MEDAL PARADE loyalty and long service
By Capt Keitumetse Mmushi By Capt Kgabo Mashamaite
Photographs by WO Anne Magakoe Photographs by WO Theo van Wyk
The Divisional
T he noble recognition for loyal long-service
to the SAPS was bestowed upon more than
Commissioner Detective
Services: Lt Gen
T
Johanna Nkomo pinning
he SAPS’s pride in recognising its members 24 distinguished detectives with unblemished a 30 year long service
was, once again, highlighted when the records during the Detective Service Division’s medal on Lt Col Lloyd
during the detective
Technology Management Services (TMS) Division medal parade held at the SAPS Tshwane services medal parade.
recently held a medal parade. The medal Academy on 3 March 2017.
parade served to thank medal recipients for
their commitment and loyalty in providing an The Divisional Commissioner for the Detective Services
essential service to the country. The prestigious Division, Lt Gen Johanna Nkomo, in addressing the
recipients of long-service medals and their families,
event was held at the Tshwane SAPS Academy. said that all the SAPS members should provide excellent
The division’s first-ever medal parade services because of their dedication to crime-fighting not
comprised four recipients for 30 years, 38 pursuant to the possibility of a financial reward.
members for 20 years, and 17 members for
10 years of loyal service. “Today marks an important milestone in your career as we
recognise the good services you have been rendering to the
In her welcoming address, the Divisional Commissioner of SAPS for many years. We have seen your achievements over
the TMS Division, Lt Gen Adeline Shezi, gave a brief history the past years and it is for this reason that we recognise
of how the division came to be. She noted that the division you for your loyalty. You achieved these, despite all the Recipients for Long-service Medals
was initially called Information and System Management frustrations you are confronted with daily when trying to
and that some of the medal recipients helped to shape it, build water-tight and solid cases. You endure name-calling 40 Years’ Service
having been in the organisation during the amalgamation and all sorts of insults in pursuit of justice. Brig A Pienaar
period from 1995 to 2005. Lt Gen Shezi also received a 20
years’ loyal service medal. Policing is a thankless job, as some of you have noticed 30 Years’ Service
over the many years in your careers as police members. Col JJ Smit
Whatever good you do, goes unnoticed by some members Col DM Cronje
in our communities. However, you remained resolute in Lt Col J Lloyd
Lt Gen Schutte pinning one of the recipients with a medal.
delivering a good service and contribute to giving closure to Lt Col SJPK van Deventer
victims of crime. Capt MR Sema
In his keynote address, the Deputy National Capt SK Ramalekana
Commissioner for Asset and Legal Management, Lt Gen These long-service
Stefan Schutte, emphasised the importance of tangibly medals should 20 Years’ Service
and explicitly recognising the contributions of each and serve as a constant Capt PM Bafshoe
every individual. He added that the SAPS, as a massive reminder to you and Capt HR Machavi
mechanism, would not function effectively without your families, that the
its members. Thanking the long-serving members, Lt dedication, sacrifice and 10 Years’ Service
Gen Schutte said: “Individually and collectively, your uninterrupted service Col MJ Ntlatleng
contributions over the years, are highly valued and to the organisation, and Capt T Mutshekwa
appreciated. You are in the frontline of the successful continued diligence Capt MS Bogoshi
growth of the SAPS. This growth would not be possible in doing your job Capt BC Sambo
without your ongoing dedication.” without fear, favour and Capt SC Shelenge
prejudice, does not go Capt DL Fenyane
Lt Gen Adeline Shezi opening the parade. One of the recipients of the 30 years’ loyal service award unnoticed,” she said. Capt C van der Merwe
was 54-year-old Capt Tebogo Masilo, who joined the WO MP Mmamorobela
police in 1984. Capt Masilo expressed his joy at being Lt Gen Johanna Nkomo, the WO BS Modisane
recognised by the management for his loyal service in Divisional Commissioner: WO BE Moima
Detective Services delivering
the organisation. “I cannot put my happiness in words, her keynote address during
WO KS Sekete
this medal means so much to me and I will keep it with the Detective Services medals WO KY Mkhize
pride, to show my grandchildren and explain to them parade. WO SN Mekgwe
what a huge honour it was to receive it,” he said. Sgt MS Kgosana
Sgt EM Maboya18 POLICE march 2017 march 2017 POLICE 19
Assupol’s claims procedure
All Assupol policyholders who - When will I receive my cash payout?
• had a valid, qualifying policy on 30 September 2010; You will receive your cash payout approximately 60 days
AND after you have been confirmed as a qualifying member.
• have confirmed their personal particulars and who Assupol will inform you by SMS and post, once a cash
for SAPS members, unclaimed and unconfirmed benefits have been confirmed as qualifying members; AND
• did not elect to keep their free shares by completing a
payout has been made.
blue form. How much money will I receive?
By Lt Col Erica Holtzhausen The value of your cash payout will depend on the number
I have not been confirmed as a qualifying member. What of shares issued to you, if you are a qualifying member,
T
must I do to find out if I qualify for a cash payout? less certain costs and taxes, as indicated in your share
he recent spate of police murders compelled Assupol to design an unique claims procedure allocation summary. A qualifying member can expect to
• Confirm your personal particulars and find out whether
specifically for the SAPS. Assupol wants to make the payment of a claim in the event of a SAPS receive not less that R1 500,00.
you are entitled to a cash payout.
member’s death, as easy and quick as possible. The proposed process will basically mean that • You can confirm your personal particulars in one of
Assupol will pay the funeral benefit on receipt of a call from the Cluster Commander. The proposed three ways: Important information
process is explained in the diagram below: • If you receive a cash payout, you will have no further
1 Complete the green form which is available at the entitlement to shares and/or cash.
Assupol Head Office or any Assupol branch office • If you still have a policy with Assupol, you will remain
or talk to your Assupol sales representative; OR a policyholder and client of Assupol.
2 Obtain a copy of the green form at www.assupol. • More information is available at the Assupol Head
co.za and submit it to the Assupol Head Office or Office, any Assupol branch office or at www.assupol.
any Assupol branch office; OR co.za.
3 Contact the Assupol Demutualisation Call Centre at • =You may also contact the Assupol Demutualisation
0861 84 84 84 to confirm your personal particulars Call Centre at 0861 84 84 84.
by telephone.
• You will receive an SMS which will inform you whether
or not you are a qualifying member. If you are a
qualifying member, you will receive a share allocation
summary detailing the number of shares allocated to
you, as well as the value of the cash payout.
Statistics for unclaimed and unconfirmed
Unclaimed and
unconfirmed
Pay method Trans Type Counted Amount
Correctional Services Shares unconfirmed 366 R1 384 530,00
Correctional Services Unclaimed MTY 71 R1 504 556,39
Reinvested
Unclaimed and unconfirmed benefits 2010, unclaimed maturities, unclaimed ‘cash backs’
and unclaimed maturities that had been reinvested. See Correctional Services Unclaimed-Cash 167 R145 180,38
Furthermore, Assupol has identified a large number of
the table below for detailed descriptions and amounts back-Loyalty Reward
unclaimed benefits that belongs to SAPS members and
that must be paid out (see the unclaimed and unconfirmed associated with each category. Correctional Services Unclaimed-Month 27 R130 544,21 R3 164 810,98
benefits table below). These members policies’ have End-Maturity
matured, but Assupol is unable to track the policyholders In addition to the amount in excess of R27 million, Assupol Other pay methods Shares unconfirmed 67526 R215 282 665,00
because their contact details are outdated. Some of the also has in excess of R300 million that they need to pay Other pay methods Unclaimed MTY Rein- 2768 R45 550 741,25
policyholders were employed by or are possibly still out for the same reasons as stated above. However, in vested
employed by the SAPS. these cases the policyholders use alternative methods of
Other pay methods Unclaimed-Cash 3741 R3 789 901,18
payment i.e. debit orders and Assupol is unable to identify
back-Loyalty Reward
The identified sum of money that can be directly linked their employers. It is possible that a large number of these
policyholders may be employees of the SAPS. Other pay methods Unclaimed-Month 4147 R37 207 270,81 R301 830 578,24
to SAPS members, amounts to more than R27 million.
End-Maturity
This amount includes money payable as part of the
Assupol demutualisation scheme that was initiated in Who is entitled to a cash payout?You can also read
