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IPET ENGINEERING CONNECT
June 2026 · Institute of Professional Engineering Technologists
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Inside This Issue
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Honouring
Youth Month
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Membership Fees
Deadline: 30 June
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Designer Duties:
Construction Regs 2014
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About IPET &
Membership
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Honouring Youth Month
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Youth Month reminds us of the role that education, skills development, innovation, and opportunity play in building a stronger nation — and of the legacy left by the youth of 1976.
50 YEARS OF YOUTH SHAPING SOUTH AFRICA
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As we reflect on that legacy, we also recognise the young professionals, students, and future engineering leaders who continue to drive progress in our communities. At IPET, we believe investing in knowledge, technical skills, and professional development is essential to empowering the next generation of engineering technologists.
Let us continue to inspire, mentor, and support young people as they build the future of South Africa. Happy Youth Month.
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From the Finance Desk — Section 02
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A Note to All Members on Annual Membership Fees
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Action required: members who have not yet paid their annual membership fees must do so before the end of June 2026. Non-payment will result in removal from IPET membership.
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We had a good 2025/2026 financial year and have recorded a profit for the last three consecutive years. As Financial Manager of IPET, I am grateful to all members who have paid their annual membership fees continuously.
IPET has been operating for 32 years and remains the only association catering for all engineering technologists across South Africa, and possibly the world. Your contribution helps maintain the website, IPET policies, and the various committees in which members participate.
Without your support, we cannot continue as IPET. Thank you for standing with us.
Settle Membership Fees
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WCC Mynhardt
PrTechEng, PrTechniEng, Hon FIPET, MSAT, MSAICE — Financial Manager, IPET
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What Are Our Duties as Designers According to the Construction Regulations 2014?
By WCC Mynhardt, PrTechEng, PrTechniEng, Hon FIPET, MSAT, MSAICE | Professional Practice & Compliance
This is a question that comes up regularly during interviews, Professional Review Interviews, and from the general public. The Construction Regulations 2014 (R 84, 7 February 2014) fall under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993), and they place clearly defined obligations on anyone who meets the definition of a “designer.”
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Who Is a “Designer”? — Clause 1
A competent person who prepares, checks, or approves a design, or arranges for design work under their control; an architect or engineer with overall design responsibility; a building services engineer designing fixed plant; a surveyor specifying or drawing up specifications; a contractor carrying out design work as part of design-and-build; or an interior designer, shop-fitter, or landscape architect.
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Under Clause 6 of the Regulations, the designer of a structure carries specific, non-negotiable duties:
| ►Ensure applicable safety standards are complied with in the design, and consider the client’s health and safety specification. |
| ►Before tender, report to the client on health and safety information affecting pricing, geotechnical aspects, and design loading. |
| ►Inform the client in writing of known or anticipated hazards, including when a design is subsequently altered. |
| ►Avoid specifying dangerous procedures or hazardous materials where the design or substitution of materials can prevent this. |
| ►Account for future maintenance hazards and minimise risk to those who will maintain the structure. |
| ►Where mandated, carry out inspections, stop non-compliant construction work, and issue a completion certificate confirming the structure is safe for use. |
| ►Apply ergonomic design principles throughout the structure’s life cycle. Temporary works designers carry parallel duties: adequate load capacity, close reference to the contractor’s structural drawings, and retained records available to inspectors on request. |
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We, as Engineering Technologists, must understand our roles and responsibilities under the Construction Regulations 2014, and we cannot state that we did not know.
Professional and Candidate Technologists are responsible for ensuring that the designs we produce meet the applicable standards. It is our duty to know.
Reference: Construction Regulations 2014 (R 84, 7 February 2014), issued under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993).
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Who We Are, and What We Stand For
The Institute of Professional Engineering Technologists (IPET) is the leading professional body representing engineering technologists across South Africa. Since its founding, IPET has been dedicated to promoting the recognition, professional standing, and career advancement of technologists across all engineering disciplines — strengthening their role in shaping the built environment, advancing technology, and supporting sustainable development.
What We Do
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Professional Representation
Advocating for recognition and inclusion within the broader engineering profession.
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Membership & Community
A strong network connecting technologists, industry leaders, and academic institutions.
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CPD & Lifelong Learning
Continuing Professional Development to keep members at the forefront of their fields.
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Recognition & Advancement
Celebrating member achievements and promoting pathways for career growth.
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Our Vision
To be the recognised voice and home of engineering technologists — shaping a future where their expertise is valued, their careers are supported, and their contributions to society are celebrated.
Our Mission
A unified engineering profession, advanced through representation, recognition, ECSA consultation, education and training, communication, and oversight of relevant legislation.
Our Values
Excellence — the highest professional standards.
Integrity — ethical conduct and accountability.
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Inclusivity — diversity, equity, and access.
Innovation — forward-thinking solutions.
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Membership Application
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Membership is not just about belonging — it is about unlocking opportunities, growth, and influence in your field.
►One CPD Credit Per Annum
►Discount on CPD Courses
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►Get the Latest News
►Build a Network with Other Engineers
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Apply for Membership
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Engineering in Focus — Closing
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What It Means to Be an Engineering Technologist
Engineering shapes the safety, functionality, and sustainability of the environments in which we live and work — and that influence carries real responsibility. Four ideas worth holding onto this month.
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Professional Responsibility Builds Public Trust
Engineering technologists are entrusted with applying knowledge, skill, and judgement in ways that protect the public. That trust is demonstrated through ethical decision-making, accountability, and consistent commitment to quality and safety.
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Behind Every Achievement Is a Dedicated Professional
Successful projects are not built by technology alone. They are made possible by skilled practitioners who apply expertise and critical thinking to turn ideas into reality.
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Innovation Starts With People
Every advancement in infrastructure and technology begins with professionals solving real problems through collaboration and forward-thinking leadership.
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Engineering Shapes the Communities We Live In
Every road, bridge, and essential service we rely on exists because of engineering expertise. Engineering is not only about structures — it is about improving lives.
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Member Resources — Quick Access
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Together in Technology — Stronger in Innovation
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