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… NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FEBRUARY 2008 …

… to prevent workplace deaths, injury and disease in Australia. Through the quality and relevance of the information it provides, the ASCC seeks to influence the awareness and activities of … and > > strengthen the capacity of Government to influence OHS outcomes. National standards and codes of practice are declared by the ASCC under Section 4 of the Australian Workplace Safety Standards …

… The ASCC acknowledges those who have assisted in the development of this National Code of Practice for Precast, Tilt-up and Concrete Elements in Building Construction, including …

… and regulations and how they apply 13 2.2 Clients 13 2.3 Designers 13 2.4 Person with control of the construction project or construction work 14 2.4.1 Risk Management 14 2.4.2 Person with … of control 20 3.4 Monitoring and maintaining controls and recording in a SWMS 20 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 5 …

… 4.2.2 Fixing inserts 26 4.3 Design for handling, storage and transport 26 4.3.1 Size and shape of concrete elements 27 4.3.2 Lifting Inserts 28 4.3.3 Location of lifting inserts 29 4.3.4 … 4.3.17 Other footings 35 5. Prefabrication and Casting 5.1 Materials and Components 6 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 36 36 …

… 5.2 Casting bed 39 5.3 Formwork 40 5.3.1 Stripping and repair 40 5.4 Placement and compaction of concrete 40 5.5 Curing and release agents 41 5.6 Element identification 41 5.7 Prefabricator … Concrete element protection 51 7. Erection process 7.1 Planning considerations 52 52 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 7 …

… – Preventing unplanned collapse 53 7.3 SWMS for erection 53 7.4 ‘No-Go’ zones 54 7.5 Erection of elements 54 7.5.1 Erection crew 56 7.5.2 Crane standing area 57 7.5.3 Operating near overhead … H. ERECTION DESIGN ENGINEER CERTIFICATION LETTERS – BRACING AND WIND LOADING 88 8 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION …

… APPENDIX I. PROJECT DESIGN ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE 89 APPENDIX J. PANEL CASTING CHECKLIST 90 APPENDIX K. QUALIFICATION REGISTER FOR PANEL ERECTION 91 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 9 …

… 1. INTRODUCTION The National Code of Practice for Precast, Tilt-up and Concrete Elements in Building Construction (referred to in this document as this National Code) provides practical guidance on ways to eliminate hazards and/or minimise risks in the safe …

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… 1.1 Purpose This National Code provides guidance to persons working in the general construction industry on the safe handling of concrete elements in building construction. 1.2 Scope This National Code is concerned with … other methods or processes that can also meet the required safety standards. NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 11 …

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Implementation Guidelines to the Victorian Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry

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Victorian Government

Version: 2014. (Available Superseded)

These Implementation Guidelines (Guidelines) have been developed to further assist in the achievement of the objectives of the Victorian Code and in particular, the industrial relations, OHS&R and workforce reform elements as adopted from the National Code.

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… Implementation Guidelines to the Victorian Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry July 2014 OFFICIAL …

… 5 Relationship with National Code ....................................................................................... 6 … to employment ......................................................................... 7 Practices designed to avoid compliance with legal obligations … ........................................................... 12 6.1 Obligations in Expressions of Interest or tender response .............................................. 12 6.2 Contractor …

… 1. Introduction The National Code of Practice for the Construction Industry (the National Code) was developed in 1997 jointly by the Commonwealth, state and territory governments. The …

… 2. Definitions The following are explanations of terms used in these Guidelines: a) Building and construction work includes: • all organised … a contract for building and construction work with the principal contractor. d) Construction Code Compliance Unit (CCCU) means the unit established to monitor compliance with and receive … Guidelines means the Australian Government Implementation Guidelines for the National Code of Practice for the Construction Industry. h) OHS&R means occupational health, safety and …

… building and construction means building and construction work undertaken by, or on behalf of a client agency. o) Responsible Minister means, in relation to a client agency, the Minister … contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. OFFICIAL Implementation Guidelines to the Victorian Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry July 2014 3 …

… These Guidelines apply to all public building and construction work that is the subject of an expression of interest or request for tender on or after 1 July 2012. These Guidelines … consultant and/or related entities (as applicable) to comply with all aspects of the Victorian Code and these Guidelines. This includes but is not limited to allowing authorised personnel to: … clauses may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in Victorian Government contractual practice. 4 Implementation Guidelines to the Victorian Code of Practice for the Building and …

… excluded) when undertaking privately funded building and construction work where expressions of interest or tenders were called for after 1 July 2012. b) These Guidelines apply solely to … that may be introduced from time to time to reflect changes in Victorian Government contractual practice. d) A party must require and actively ensure compliance with these Guidelines by any … without limiting the above, controls the tenderer. Implementation Guidelines to the Victorian Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry July 2014 5 …

… 3.4 Relationship with National Code These Guidelines are intended to supplement and apply in addition to the requirements of the National Code. These Guidelines are to be interpreted in a manner that ensures that they … Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), the CCCU may issue (and may modify or withdraw from time to time) a Practice Direction declaring the extent to which and the circumstances in which the relevant …

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… 4. Legal and related obligations The National Code states that all parties must comply with the provisions of applicable: • awards and workplace arrangements which have been certified, registered or … will be given to the extent of non-compliance and the capacity for future compliance. 4.2 Practices designed to avoid compliance with legal obligations A party must not enter into, …

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… 4.4 Independent contractors Genuine independent contractors undertake a legitimate form of work on Victorian Government building and construction sites and must not be discriminated … engagement are inconsistent with these Guidelines. 8 Implementation Guidelines to the Victorian Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry July 2014 …

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Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020: Works

Publisher

Electrical Safety Office

Version: 2020. (Current)

Provides practical advice on ways for an electricity entity to manage electrical safety risks associated with earthing systems, underground cable systems, and supporting structures for overhead lines forming parts of the works of an electricity entity.

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… Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 Works …

… This Queensland code of practice has been approved by the Minister for Education and Minister for Industrial Relations under section 44 of the Electrical Safety Act 2002. This code commenced on 2 January 2020. ESOPDF028 © The State of Queensland 2020 Copyright protects …

… What is the works of an electricity entity? … .............................................................................12 3.3.2 Earthing of LV distribution centres … is an insulation failure or contact with a conductor, should be insulated.15 3.3.9 Earthing of high voltage distribution centres … .......................................................................... 17 Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Works (ESOPDF028) Page 3 of 26 …

… 17 4 Design and installation of underground electric cable systems .............................................. 17 4.1 … 17 4.3 Selection of cables … Appendix A–Meaning of terms used in this code ...............................................................................24 … Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Works (ESOPDF028) Page 4 of 26 …

… ES Act) is directed at eliminating the human cost to individuals, families and the community of death, injury and destruction that can be caused by electricity. The ES Act establishes a … safety, where the ES Act and the WHS Act both apply, the ES Act takes precedence. Foreword This Code of Practice on how to manage risks associated with electricity entity works is made under section …

… Scope and application This Code gives practical advice on ways for an electricity entity to manage electrical safety risks … systems, underground cable systems, and supporting structures for overhead lines forming parts of the works of an electricity entity. What is the works of an electricity entity? Under section … Transit Authority Act 2013 • Airtrain Citylink Limited ACN 066 543 315. How to use this Code of Practice This Code should be read in conjunction with the ES Act, the ES Regulation, the WHS …

… 1 Introduction 1.1 What are electrical risks? Electrical risks are risks of death, electric shock or other injury caused directly or indirectly by electricity. The most … will have additional legal duties under the WHS Act and the WHS Regulation. Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Works (ESOPDF028) Page 7 of 26 …

… practicable, a work environment that is without risks to health and safety. The hierarchy of risk control is described at Chapter 2 of this Code. Part 9 of the ES Regulation includes a range of specific technical requirements to ensure … risk management process is available in the How to manage work health and safety risks code of practice 2011. Guidance on the risk management processes for electrical work is available in the …

… a business or undertaking must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the provision of any information, training, instruction or supervision that is necessary to protect all … as is reasonably practicable. If that is not reasonably practicable you must Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Works (ESOPDF028) Page 9 of 26 …

… so far as is reasonably practicable. Potential electrical hazards may be identified in a number of different ways including: • talking to workers and observing where and how electrical … the electrical equipment is used, for example wet conditions outdoors or confined spaces • work practices and procedures, for example isolation, to carry out maintenance • the capability, … raising overhead lines to a point where it cannot be reached by machinery. Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Works (ESOPDF028) Page 10 of 26 …

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Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020: Working near overhead and underground electric lines

Publisher

Electrical Safety Office

Version: 2020. (Current)

Provides practical guidance for persons conducting a business or undertaking on managing electrical risks when working near energised (live) overhead or underground electric lines.

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… Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 Working near overhead and underground electric lines Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Working near overhead and underground electric lines (ESOPDF029) Page 1 …

… This Queensland code of practice has been approved by the Minister for Education and Minister for Industrial Relations under section 44 of the Electrical Safety Act 2002. This code commenced on 2 January 2020. ESOPDF029 © The State of Queensland 2020 Copyright protects …

… How to use this Code of Practice … for agricultural work near overhead electric lines ................... 23 7 8 Transportation of high loads near overhead electric lines ........................................... 24 8.1 … 26 Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Working near overhead and underground electric lines (ESOPDF029) Page 3 of 35 …

… 27 Appendix A–Meaning of key … 35 Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Working near overhead and underground electric lines (ESOPDF029) Page 4 of 35 …

… ES Act) is directed at eliminating the human cost to individuals, families and the community of death, injury and destruction that can be caused by electricity. The ES Act establishes a … safety, where the ES Act and the WHS Act both apply, the ES Act takes precedence. Foreword This Code of Practice on managing risks when working near overhead and underground electric lines is made …

… with working around exposed energised parts and risks associated with electrical work. This Code applies to a range of persons including but not limited to plant operators, painters, sign makers, persons erecting … low flying aircraft like crop dusting, pesticide or herbicide spraying. How to use this Code of Practice This Code should be read in conjunction with the ES Act, the ES Regulation, the WHS …

… 1 Introduction 1.1 What are electrical risks? Electrical risks are risks of death, electric shock or other injury caused directly or indirectly by electricity. The most … at the workplace in accordance with the WHS Regulation, chapter 3, part 3.1. Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Working near overhead and underground electric lines (ESOPDF029) Page 7 of 35 …

… practicable, a work environment that is without risks to health and safety. The hierarchy of risk control is described at Chapter 2.3 of this Code. This Code includes guidance on how to manage electrical risks associated with working near … risk management process is available in the How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice 2011. 1.4 Information, training, instruction and supervision WHS Act s19 A person …

… control measures. 2.1 Identify the hazards Identifying hazards involves finding all of the tasks, situations and sequences of events that could potentially cause harm. Before … should be kept for future reference. The risk assessment should consider: Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Working near overhead and underground electric lines (ESOPDF029) Page 9 of 35 …

… • • • • • • • • • • • • the location, height, arrangement and visibility of overhead electric lines and supporting structures like poles, towers and stay wires the … skill and experience of the people doing the work setting up and packing up processes work practices and procedures, with input from workers conducting specific tasks. 2.3 Control the … not live during work • re-routing the electric line away from the work area Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Working near overhead and underground electric lines (ESOPDF029) Page 10 …

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Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020: Electrical equipment rural industry

Publisher

Electrical Safety Office

Version: 2020. (Current)

Provides practical guidance about how to manage electrical risk in rural industry work.

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… Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 Electrical equipment rural industry …

… This Queensland code of practice has been approved by the Minister for Education and Minister for Industrial Relations under section 44 of the Electrical Safety Act 2002. This code commenced on 2 January 2020. ESOPDF025 © The State of Queensland 2020 Copyright protects …

… 5 Meaning of rural industry work … 5 How this Code of Practice works … 17 4.2 Visual examination of handheld electrical equipment ...................................................... 19 4.2.1 … 31 Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Electrical equipment rural industry (ESOPDF025) Page 3 of 31 …

… Scope and application This Code provides practical guidance about how to manage electrical risk in rural industry work. … • areas where safety switches may be required. The Code provides for the following ways of managing electrical safety duties: • visual examination and assessment of the entire … stay • work in conducting a tour associated with rural industry work. Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Electrical equipment rural industry (ESOPDF025) Page 5 of 31 …

… the ES Act are complied with. In addition, the ES Regulation for rural industry work and this Code do not alter any other regulatory requirements under the ES Act for electrical work. For … work licence and comply with other provisions for safe electrical work. How to use this Code of Practice This Code should be read in conjunction with the ES Act, the ES Regulation, the WHS …

… 1 Introduction 1.1 What are electrical risks? Electrical risks are risks of death, electric shock or other injury caused directly or indirectly by electricity. The most … The electrical contractor should ensure effective supervision occurs. Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Electrical equipment rural industry (ESOPDF025) Page 7 of 31 …

… supervision is provided for the electrical work to be performed safely. Persons in control of electrical equipment must ensure the electrical equipment is electrically safe. Designers of … risks to health and safety. The hierarchy of risk control is described in Chapter 2.3 of this Code. Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Electrical equipment rural industry (ESOPDF025) Page 8 of 31 …

… This Code includes guidance on how to manage electrical risks in the workplace by following a … equipment, using safety switches) • reviewing risk control measures. A Flow chart summary of what you need to do is provided at Appendix B. Guidance on the general risk management process is available in the How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice 2011. 1.4 Information, training, instruction and supervision WHS Act s19 A person …

… determine the risks that have the greatest potential to cause harm and a greater likelihood of occurring. These risks are treated first, followed by the less serious risks. Attention … entities on locations of overhead power lines or underground cables. Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2020 – Electrical equipment rural industry (ESOPDF025) Page 10 of 31 …

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Managing respirable crystalline silica dust exposure in the stone benchtop industry: Code of practice 2019

Publisher

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Version: 2019. (Current)

Silicosis is preventable by using proper controls to eliminate or minimise expo sure to respirable crystalline silica dust in the workplace.

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Tunnels Under Construction

Publisher

WorkCover NSW

Version: 1991. (Current)

Explains the processes involved in the systematic management of OHS risks and outlines how to apply a risk management approach to the hazards commonly encountered in tunnel construction in NSW.

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… TUNNELS UNDER CONSTRUCTION CODE OF PRACTICE 2006 WorkCover. Watching out for you. New South Wales Government …

… CONTENTS PAGE WHAT IS AN INDUSTRY CODE OF PRACTICE? 2 FOREWORD 3 WHAT IS THE AIM OF THIS CODE OF PRACTICE? 3 WHAT IS THIS CODE OF PRACTICE ABOUT? 3 WHO IS THIS CODE OF PRACTICE FOR? …

… WHAT IS AN INDUSTRY CODE OF PRACTICE? An approved industry code of practice is a practical guide to employers and others who have duties under the …

… FOREWORD This code of practice replaces the 1990 Code of practice for tunnels under construction, which commenced on 7 June 1991. WHAT IS THE AIM …

… WHAT DO THE SYMBOLS IN THE CODE OF PRACTICE MEAN? The following symbols are used in the text to highlight things you need to take … Tools that can help you work out your plan Legal obligations that must be followed The process of finding things that cause harm, working out how big a problem they are, and then fixing them 4 …

… CHAPTER 1 – ESTABLISHMENT 1.1 Title This is the Code of practice for tunnels under construction. 1.2 Purpose The purpose of this code of practice is to …

… 1.7 Interpretation Recommended practices Words such as ‘should’ indicate recommended courses of action. ‘Consider’ indicates a possible course of action that the code is suggesting the duty holder consider. However, you may choose an alternative and equally …

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… health and safety plans are implemented during construction to ensure that safe working practices are employed. It would be appropriate for clients to include such a requirement and specifically reference this code of practice in contract documents. The client, depending on the contractual arrangements, can …

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… Principal contractors The principal contractor, whether an employer or the person in control of the workplace, must provide and maintain, in relation to those matters over which they have … in a safe manner and according to the requirements of the OHS Act and OHS Regulation, and this code of practice. 11 …

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… construction work has been provided with the required OHS induction training. The provisions of this code should also be considered during the tendering phase, as well as the planning and … WorkCover NSW publications, for details of their obligations and how they can be met: • Code of practice for OHS consultation • Code of practice for risk assessment • Guide: Risk Management at …

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Safe Work On Roofs. Part 1: Commercial And Industrial Buildings

Publisher

WorkCover NSW

Version: 2009. (Current)

Provides clients, employers, self-employed persons, contractors, subcontractors and workers with practical advice on preventing injury to persons engaged in work on roofs.

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… SAFE WORK ON ROOFS PART 1: COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS CODE OF PRACTICE 2009 making a difference New South Wales Government …

… CONTENTS PAGE 1. WHAT IS AN APPROVED INDUSTRY CODE OF PRACTICE? 3 2. WHAT IS THIS CODE OF PRACTICE ABOUT? 4 3. CONSULTATION AND RISK MANAGEMENT 5 …

… 1. WHAT IS AN APPROVED INDUSTRY CODE OF PRACTICE? An approved industry code of practice is a practical guide for employers and others who have duties under the …

… 2. WHAT IS THIS CODE OF PRACTICE ABOUT? This Code of Practice for Safe Work on Roofs – Part 1: Commercial and Industrial Buildings (the Code) …

… the OHS Regulation require employers to address workplace health and safety through a process of risk management and consultation. Self-employed persons must address workplace health and … and coordination – see 3.3 Coordination of responsibilities. To effectively implement the Code, employers should be aware of these requirements and have procedures in place to comply … persons are advised to refer to the OHS Act and the OHS Regulation, as well as the Code of Practice for Occupational Health and Safety Consultation and the Code of Practice for Risk …

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… Before roof operations start, the principal contractor, in consultation with the contractors doing the … for mobile plant l. ensure that electrical safety and systems of work conform with WorkCover’s Code of Practice: Electrical Practices for Construction Work m. observe the distances from overhead …

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… e. plan to distribute materials and other equipment that is placed on the roof so that excessive point loading on the roof structure is avoided f. implement specific risk … objects (eg tools) m. ensure that safety systems for electrical work conform with WorkCover’s Code of Practice for Electrical Practices for Construction Work and, when work is near powerlines, with …

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… c. the arrangements for managing OHS incidents, including identity and contact details of the person responsible for managing OHS incidents d. site-safety rules and how they are … is site-specific f. includes a description of the equipment used in the work, the standards or codes to be complied with, the qualifications of the personnel doing the work and the training … forecast d. PPE e. induction training f. specific instructions for workers g. electrical practices – eg portable electrical tools and equipment h. emergency and rescue procedures – eg …

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… The disturbance of asbestos products may cause fine asbestos fibres to become airborne, presenting a health … The risk assessment and the work performed must be conducted in accordance with the following codes of practice: • Code of Practice for the Management and Control of Asbestos in the Workplace …

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… workstation layout c. working posture, position and balancing items d. duration and frequency of manual handling e. location of loads and distances moved f. weights and forces g. … on identifying, assessing and controlling manual handling risks can be found in the National Code of Practice for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders from Performing Manual Tasks at Work …

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How to manage work health and safety risks

Publisher

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Version: 2021. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage risks to health and safety. Other approved codes of practice should be referenced for guidance on managing the risk of specific hazards.

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… How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice 2021 …

… under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 International licence. To view a copy of this licence, visit creativecommons.org/licenses. In essence, you are free to copy, … Work Australia and abide by the other licence terms. How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice 2021 Page 2 of 38 …

… 18 4.1. The hierarchy of control measures ..................................................................... 18 … 26 Appendix B—Examples of the risk management process .............................................. 28 Example 1 … 38 How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice 2021 Page 3 of 38 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice on how to manage work health and safety risks is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (the WHS Act). An …

… health and safety risks include: • • • persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) officers designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers and installers of plant, substances or … to eliminate or minimise risks to health and safety. How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice 2021 Page 5 of 38 …

… Designers, manufacturers, importers and suppliers of plant, substances or structures WHS Act Part 2 Division 3 Further duties of persons conducting businesses or undertakings Designers, manufacturers, importers and … PCBU to allow the PCBU to comply with the WHS Act. How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice 2021 Page 6 of 38 …

… operate and manage the business or undertaking. You also need the involvement and cooperation of your workers, supply chain partners, and other businesses you work with. Management … and skill to do tasks safely apply health and safety values and behaviours to your own work practices. A step-by-step process A safe and healthy workplace does not happen by chance or … This process is known as risk management and involves the four steps set out in this Code (see Figure 1 below): • • • • Identify hazards—find out what could cause harm. Assess …

… The process of managing risk described in this Code will help you decide what is reasonably practicable in … trainees, work experience students, volunteers How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice 2021 Page 8 of 38 …

… Consultation with workers and their health and safety representatives is required at each step of the risk management process. By drawing on the experience, knowledge and ideas of your … is available in the: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice. How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice 2021 Page 9 of 38 …