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… may feel more comfortable sharing their views with their HSR, who can then represent the views of workers in their workgroup. Any personal or confidential information provided during … if it occurs. Further detail on reporting and investigation can be found in Chapter 7 of this Code. Consulting with other duty holders WHS Act section 16 More than 1 person can have a duty … detail on the duty to consult with workers and other duty holders can be found in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination and the Code of …

… industries and the risk can be present in any workplace. Identifying hazards is the first step of the risk management process. As the PCBU you must identify risks of sexual and gender-based … and gender-based harassment is recognised as a WHS issue Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice Page 14 of 42 …

… and workers attend training on sexual and gender-based harassment and have a good understanding of what it is and the relevant workplace policies in place to address this conduct, and workers … job security, pay and other personal characteristics). Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice Page 15 of 42 …

… Consider work tasks and the design of work Look at the way work is designed including the tasks performed, how and when they are carried out. Some tasks may have higher risks of sexual and gender-based harassment, for example tasks: - associated with sexist jokes and … may indicate a risk of sexual and gender-based harassment. Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice Page 16 of 42 …

… around certain people?). Identify trends or patterns in behaviour that may highlight areas of concern or affected workers (e.g. think about whether a worker is performing differently, … and be proportionate to the risks in your business. Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice Page 17 of 42 …

… A lack of reports As the PCBU you should not rely only on formal reports. A lack of reports does not necessarily mean that sexual and gender-based harassment is not happening. … options to resolve a request for help or a complaint Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice Page 18 of 42 …

… - - - avoiding the use of confidentiality clauses in settlement agreements except where to protect the harassed person. … duration talking to workers to make sure they understand how to report harassment or behaviours of concern, their right to representation and the support, protection and advice available … WHS, such as reporting sexual or gender-based harassment. Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice Page 19 of 42 …

… 4. Assessing the risks Once you, as the PCBU, have identified where and when the risk of sexual and gender-based harassment may occur, and who might be affected, you can assess the … may be less likely to report sexual harassment concerns or incidents. Section 1.4 of this Code provides further information. Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice Page 20 of 42 …

… low job control, poor support, remote or isolated work, and bullying may increase the risk of sexual and gender-based harassment. Workers may be less likely to report harassment risks if … if they are also exposed to other psychosocial hazards. Further information is available in the Code of Practice: Managing psychosocial hazards at work. Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of …

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… 5. Controlling the risk Once you, as the PCBU, have identified and assessed the risk of sexual and gender-based harassment, you are in a position to control the risk in consultation … the process to identify and select reasonably practicable control measures is provided in the Code of Practice: Managing psychosocial hazards at work and the Interpretive Guideline: The meaning of …

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Excavation work

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SafeWork SA

Version: 2020. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with excavation work.

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… 1.4. Information, training, instruction and supervision WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care WHS Regulation 39 Provision of information, training and instruction WHS Regulation 317 … on general construction induction training and other training is available in Chapter 6 of the Code of Practice: Construction work. Excavation work Code of Practice Page 12 of 70 …

… hazards WHS Regulation 35 Managing risks to health and safety WHS Regulation 36 Hierarchy of control measures WHS Regulation 37 Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation 38 Review … the excavation previous disturbance of the ground including previous excavation Excavation work Code of Practice Page 13 of 70 …

… − − − − − − − the instability of the excavation due to persons or plant working adjacent to the excavation the presence of or … work is to be carried out hazardous atmosphere in an excavation, which could result from practices like using Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) solvent for PVC pipes in poorly ventilated … of people involved the possibility of unauthorised access to the work area Excavation work Code of Practice Page 14 of 70 …

… − − local weather conditions, and the length of time the excavation will be open. Review available information Information and advice about hazards and risks relevant to particular industries and types of work is available from regulators, industry associations, unions, technical specialists and … workers with training, instruction, information and supervision on the changes. Excavation work Code of Practice Page 15 of 70 …

… Chapters 4-6 of this Code provide information about control measures for excavation work. Further guidance on … the risk management process and the hierarchy of control measures is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Combining control measures A combination …

… steps, review the information and make further decisions about risk control. Excavation work Code of Practice Page 17 of 70 …

… should include discussions on the: − − − − − − − − − − − − − − nature and condition of the ground and working environment weather conditions nature of the work and other activities … to deal with emergencies. Further information on amenities and emergencies is available in the Code of Practice: Managing the work environment and facilities. 3.1. Principal contractor for a …

… − − installing signs showing the principal contactor’s name, contact details and location of a site office, and securing the construction workplace. Where significant excavation work is … calculate the cost of construction work and on principal contractor duties is available in the Code of Practice: Construction work. 3.2. Designers WHS Act section 22 Duties of persons conducting …

… work A SWMS is required for ‘high risk construction work’ activities. The primary purpose of a SWMS is to help PCBUs, supervisors and workers implement and monitor the control measures … control measures. WHS Regulation 300 Compliance with safe work method statement Excavation work Code of Practice Page 20 of 70 …

… with the statement. Further guidance on SWMS and an example SWMS template is available in the Code of Practice: Construction work and Information Sheet: Safe Work Method Statement for high risk …

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Mobile crane

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Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Version: 2006. (Current)

Provides practical advice about how to manage risks associated with mobile cranes, vehicle-loading cranes and other mobile plant used as a mobile crane to raise or lower a freely suspended load.

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… specifies that the new type of rope may be used. The certificate does not stop being in force because of the change. 5. … cranes under which they have been design registered to, unless otherwise required by this code. The purpose of limiting devices is to stop a specific crane motion before the crane moves … instructions under any circumstances. Sole reliance on these devices in place of good operating practices may cause an incident. Where limiting and indicating devices are to be installed on a …

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… These categories of reliability level and SIL are related to the concept of ‘fail-safe’. 6.2 Rated capacity limiters A rated capacity limiter prevents overloading of the … fall facility, the free fall function is to be locked out with a keyed lock-out. Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 12 of 68 …

… 7. Ergonomic issues 7.1 Safe means of access Mobile cranes should be fitted with safe means of access that allow the crane operator to safely access the crane cabin and other frequently … are limited by structural strength, and which are limited by stability. Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 13 of 68 …

… are based on structural strength, while the ratings below the line are based on the stability of the crane. If a crane is overloaded in the structural area of the load chart, a structural or … function and operation. The markings on the controls must be either in English or international code. The crane’s computer is to be compatible with these requirements. 9. Planning and … determining crane requirements appropriate for the work to be undertaken Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 14 of 68 …

… conditions are adequate to support the mobile crane (f) ensuring that the appropriate number of people is available to support safe mobile crane operations. Other matters to be considered … selected for the job to be undertaken. Figure 1 – Hydraulic slewing mobile crane Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 15 of 68 …

… 9.2 Crane crew The number of people in the crane crew should be determined by a risk assessment and be appropriate to ensure the safe operation of the mobile crane at a workplace, especially in relation to minimising the risk of collision … vehicle-loading cranes, the dimensions of the hazard striping may be decreased. Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 16 of 68 …

… near aerodromes), the local aerodrome operator must be contacted to ensure the requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) are met (see the website at www.casa.gov.au). … on control measures to avoid the risk of injury from collision, refer to section 12 of this code. 9.4 Communication A reliable method of signalling between the crane operator and dogger is … arrangements to be in place for the use of more than two radios. Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 17 of 68 …

… Where radio communication is not or cannot be used, other forms of communication, such as hand signals and bell, buzzer and whistle signals should be used. … To ensure the crane does not overturn, the above factors must be addressed. Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 18 of 68 …

… 10.1 Stabilising and overturning moments 10.1.1 Stability function of load charts The stability factors specified by AS 1418.5: Cranes, hoists and winches – Mobile … design complies with AS 1418.5: Cranes, hoists and winches – Mobile cranes. Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 19 of 68 …

… to overturn resulting in serious injury to the crane operator and other people in the vicinity of the crane. 10.2.1 Ground factors Factors that will affect the ability of the ground to … managed when outriggers are positioned too close to an excavation. See section 10.2.2 of this code for further information. Care also needs to be taken with ground that has a ‘crust’ on its … should be at least twice the depth of the excavation (2H:1V rule). Mobile crane - Code of Practice 2006 (PN11180) Page 20 of 68 …

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Demolition work

Publisher

Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with demolition work.

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… should include discussions about: demolition methods types of risk control measures interaction with other trades SWMS provision of appropriate amenities … risks associated with the demolition work. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Demolition work …

… 1.4 Information, training, instruction and supervision WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care WHS Regulation 39 Provision of information, training and instruction WHS Regulation 317 … of plant at the workplace must possess a valid licence to operate that plant. Demolition work Code of Practice Page 13 of 59 …

… role, for example a leading hand or foreman should be experienced and trained in the type of demolition being done to ensure the work is carried out in accordance with the SWMS. Further … information on general construction induction training and other training is available in the Code of Practice: Construction work. Demolition work Code of Practice Page 14 of 59 …

… hazards WHS Regulation 35 Managing risks to health and safety WHS Regulation 36 Hierarchy of control measures WHS Regulation 37 Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation 38 Review … including: unplanned structure collapse falls from one level to another Demolition work Code of Practice Page 15 of 59 …

… falling objects the location of above-ground and underground essential services including the supply of gas, water, sewerage, … measures. In these situations, the second step in the process outlined in section 1.3 of this Code to formally assess the risk is not required. If, after identifying a hazard, you already … the risk management process and the hierarchy of control measures is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Demolition work Code of Practice Page 16 …

… Information and advice about hazards and risks relevant to particular industries and types of work is available from regulators, industry associations, unions, technical specialists and … Substitution—minimise the risk by substituting or replacing a hazard or hazardous work practice with something that gives rise to a lesser risk. For example, using a mechanical … and used on their own tend to be the least effective in minimising risks. Chapters 4-6 of this Code provide information on control measures for demolition work. Demolition work Code of …

… Further guidance on the risk management process and the hierarchy of control measures is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Combining control measures A combination …

… should include discussions about the: nature and condition of the ground and working environment weather conditions nature of the work and other activities … to deal with emergencies. Further guidance on amenities and emergencies is available in the Code of Practice: Managing the work environment and facilities. A demolition plan should be prepared for …

… if the work is in connection with a construction project, the name and contact details of the principal contractor for the project or the principal contractor's representative the … work is complete. Further guidance on principal contractor duties is available in the Code of Practice: Construction work. Demolition work Code of Practice Page 20 of 59 …

… 3.3 Designers WHS Act section 22 Duties of persons conducting businesses or undertakings that design plant, substances or structures WHS Regulation 295 Designer must give safety report to person who commissions design Designers of structures must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that the structures they design … when undertaking an engineering investigation are listed in Appendix C. Demolition work Code of Practice Page 21 of 59 …

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Managing psychosocial hazards at work

Publisher

Safe Work Australia

Version: 2022. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage psychosocial health and safety risks at work.

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… risk management process may be implemented in different ways depending on the size and nature of your business or undertaking. Larger businesses and those in sectors where workers are … organised and supported Systems of work are organisational rules, policies, procedures and work practices used to organise, manage and carry out work. These systems can introduce psychosocial … Well-designed accommodation can help control these risks. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 13 of 54 …

… introduce psychosocial hazards. However, supportive leadership, positive relationships and professional and respectful interactions can help to minimise a range of psychosocial hazards. … See Section 1.3 for more information on consultation. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 14 of 54 …

… Further guidance on the risk management process is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code …

… management process is to identify psychosocial hazards. This involves identifying the aspects of work and situations that could potentially harm your workers or others at your workplace and … workers need to wait for equipment or other workers. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 16 of 54 …

… Hazard Descriptions Low job control Workers have little control over aspects of the work including how or when the job is done. Workers have limited ability to adapt the way … resources or communications is difficult or limited. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 17 of 54 …

… to unpleasant or hazardous working environments. Violence and aggression Violence, or threats of violence from other workers (including workers of other businesses), customers, patients or … ‘sexual harassment’ may vary in each state and territory. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 18 of 54 …

… risks to individual workers It may also be reasonably practicable to accommodate the needs of an individual worker to prevent harm where the worker has disclosed those needs or the PCBU … Appendix B. Consult your workers You must consult with your workers (see Section 1.3 of this Code) when identifying hazards to health and safety arising from the work they carry out or are … understand and recognise psychosocial hazards. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 19 of 54 …

… For example, they work across multiples sites or shifts you need to consult with a large number of workers workers need time to consider your questions and their response, or workers may … (e.g. are workers isolated or exposed to poor conditions) the work and how work is performed in practice (e.g. are workers rushed, is work delayed, do certain tasks result in confusion or … similar workplaces and safety consultants. Advice Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 20 of 54 …

… For example, where workers are exposed to violence or aggression from a person they owe a duty of care to, such as nurses or teachers. Look for trends You may be able to identify trends from … decisively to control the risks your workers identify. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 21 of 54 …

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… and the risks in your workplace. For example, a large organisation with previous instances of violent behaviour should consider a formal system with documented procedures. In contrast, a … and have a method of reporting and recording details. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 22 of 54 …

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Managing the work environment and facilities

Publisher

SafeWork SA

Version: 2020. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage the work environment and facilities.

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… such as counterbalance springs or ratchet devices, to prevent them falling back. The location of exits should be clearly marked and signs should be posted to show the direction to exit doors … Further guidance in relation to manual tasks and the layout of work areas is available in the Code of Practice: Hazardous manual tasks. 2.3. Workstations It may be necessary to determine whether the …

… out the standing task. If the job is primarily carried out while standing, but the nature of the work allows workers to sit from time to time, appropriate seating should be provided. … with slips and trips is available in the Slips and trips at the workplace fact sheet and the Code of practice: Managing the risk of falls at workplaces provides guidance on managing the risks …

… to adopt awkward postures or strain their eyes to see. When considering the type and level of lighting needed in the workplace, the following factors should be taken into account: − − − − … lighting: General principles and recommendations Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 14 of 47 …

… Class of task Recommended illuminance (lux) Characteristics of the activity/interior Examples of types of activities/interiors Rough intermittent 80 For … grading of dark materials; colour matching of dyes Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 15 of 47 …

… injuries, in particular injuries resulting from slips and trips, therefore good housekeeping practices are essential for all workplaces. For example: − − − − spills on floors should be cleaned up immediately walkways should be kept clear of obstructions work materials should be neatly stored, and waste should be regularly removed. … usually between 0.1 m and 0.2 m per second. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 16 of 47 …

… and maintained in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions. Cooling towers that form part of many airconditioning systems may be a favourable environment for Legionella bacteria if they … chemicals is available in the Workplace exposure standards for airborne contaminants and the Code of Practice: Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace. 2.8. Heat and cold Workers …

… pregnancy and breastfeeding, the amount and type of clothing worn, and duration of exposure. Environmental factors include air temperature, the level of humidity, air movement … and act on symptoms of heat-related illness. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 18 of 47 …

… illness. Immediate medical attention should be sought if a worker experiences one or more of the following symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke: − − − − − − − − dizziness fatigue … behaviour—such as a person discarding clothing. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 19 of 47 …

… or undertaking (PCBU) you must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the provision of adequate facilities for workers, including toilets, drinking water, washing and eating … personal storage you should provide to workers at a construction workplace is set out in the Code of Practice: Construction work. You should consult this Code of Practice prior to commencing …

… 3.2. Drinking water Clean drinking water must be provided free of charge for workers at all times. The supply of the drinking water should be: − − − positioned … public toilets. Number of toilets For workplaces within buildings, the National Construction Code of Australia sets out the ratio of toilets to the number of workers, and the specifications … be provided in the following ratios. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 21 of 47 …

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Managing the work environment and facilities

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage the work environment and facilities.

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… are the minimum standard that should be provided. However, in some workplaces, the scheduling of workers’ breaks will affect the number of toilets required. There should be enough toilets … should be serviced regularly to keep them clean. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 22 of 47 …

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… washing Hand washing facilities must be provided to enable workers to maintain a good standard of personal hygiene. Workers may need to wash their hands at different times, for example after … contaminants. It should be supplied with: Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 23 of 47 …

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Scaffolding

Publisher

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Version: 2021. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to persons conducting a business or undertaking on how to comply with their health and safety duties relating to scaffolds, scaffolding and scaffolding work.

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… 1.5.1 High risk work licences WHS Regulation section 81: A person must not carry out a class of high risk work unless the person holds a high risk work licence for that class of high risk … level of competency and ensuring a capacity to respond in an emergency situation. Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 11 of 77 …

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… and design The following section provides general advice regarding the safe construction of basic types of scaffolds. Further information about particular types of scaffold can be found … the cost of the construction work is $250,000 or more (section 292 WHS Regulation). Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 12 of 77 …

… Work on scaffolds is considered high risk construction work where it involves the risk of a person falling more than two metres. A range of other activities that are considered high … Regulation must be registered. Prefabricated scaffolding must be design registered. Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 13 of 77 …

… Prefabricated scaffolding is an integrated system of prefabricated components manufactured in such a way that the geometry of assembled scaffolds is pre-determined and can include modular, tower, cantilever, hung and … with the technical design standard specified for particular plant or structures. Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 14 of 77 …

… in Appendix 1), such as a suitably qualified engineer experienced in the structural design of scaffolds, is usually responsible for verifying the information required to document the safe … Perimeter demolition scaffold (more than 9 m high) Public access structures (requiring Building Code of Australia compliance) Design verification Initial inspection (1), (3), (4) (2) Supplier … be referred to the designer or engineer for approval and/or inspection. Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 15 of 77 …

… different approved heights and loading configurations. These details should be included as part of the scaffold documentation. 6. Scaffolds over 30 m with staggered tie patterns on adjacent … support of concrete and should be designed and used in accordance with AS 3610 and the Formwork Code of Practice. 11. All loading/landing bays that exceed the duty rating of the scaffold need to be …

… during the design stage to ensure the supporting structure and the lower standards are capable of supporting the loads. The design of scaffolds and ties should be approved by a competent … suspension ropes, secondary ropes, traversing ropes, tie assemblies, scaffolding Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 17 of 77 …

… Scaffolding – General Requirements. 2.3.2.3 Live loads The live load includes: • the weight of people • the weight of materials and debris • the weight of tools and equipment • impact … or engineer but not less than 1kPa in accordance with Specified by the designer Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 18 of 77 …

… AS/NZS 1576.1 Scaffolding – General Requirements Ladder access hatches Rated to match point load of the duty rating of platform Note: No materials are permitted on platforms 450 mm wide or … should be level and some digging may be required to obtain a level surface. Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 Page 19 of 77 …