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… Government of Western Australia Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety CODE OF PRACTICE Mentally healthy workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and …

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… Government of Western Australia Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety CODE OF PRACTICE Mentally healthy workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and …

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… this publication is provided in good faith and believed to be reliable and accurate at the time of publication. However, the information is provided on the basis that the reader will be solely … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – code of practice: Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety, Western Australia, 19 pp. The …

… Assembly Education and Health Standing Committee tabled its final report on the impact of fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) work practices on mental health. The Standing Committee made a number of findings and recommendations … organisations and government agencies, provided input and feedback during the drafting of this code of practice. Acknowledgement of care in the circumstances described in the code of …

… usually means the physical location where someone works. However, the legislative definition of workplace varies and employers should use this and other terms in the context of the … place of residence. Arrangements will differ across individual workplaces and industries. The code of practice provides highlevel guidance for a risk management approach, which should be tailored to …

… 1 Introduction This code of practice provides guidance for organisations in the resources and construction sectors that … used for physical health and safety may be applied to mental health and wellbeing. This code of practice provides guidance on how to address psychosocial hazards and risk factors as …

… 1.4 What are the potential health effects of workplace psychosocial hazards and risk factors? Workplace psychosocial hazards are related … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 2 It is recognised that, as well as facing the stressors common to workplaces in …

… 2 Overview of risk management approach 2.1 Risk management process •• assessing the risks and identifying … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE •• identifying the psychosocial hazards and risk factors r ito f on s o Step 4 Mvenes e …

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… Primary – preventative (e.g. apply principles of good job design) Secondary – harm reduction (e.g. implement structured change management … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 4 …

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… 3.1 Demonstrating commitment 3.3 Training and education Everyone contributes to the culture of their workplace, not only by what they say but also by what they do. Effective leadership and … that positive mental health is important to the organisation, and encourage positive work practices. A mentally healthy workplace culture is more likely when those with management and … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 3.2 Supportive and capable management and supervision 5 …

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Construction and operation of solar farms

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Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Version: 2019. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to duty holders on how to comply with their work health and safety and electrical safety duties during the design, construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance and end of life management of solar farms.

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… This Queensland code of practice has been approved by the Minister for Education and Minster for Industrial Relations … of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and section 44 of the Electrical Safety Act 2002. This code commenced on 13 May 2019. This code was varied following section 73A (Work involving PV …

… Construction and operation of solar farms Code of Practice 2019 …

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… Foreword The Construction and operation of solar farms Code of Practice is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act …

… 1.1 What is a solar farm? A solar farm is a large scale electrical generating system comprised of photovoltaic (PV) modules and associated electrical infrastructure. For this code of practice, a solar farm is considered to have a system rating of at least 100kW and is, or will …

… tasks and situations that could potentially cause harm • assess risks that may result because of a hazard – consider what would happen if someone is exposed to a hazard and the likelihood of … should be used when: • establishing work processes before commencement of work • changing work practices, procedures or the work environment • purchasing new or used equipment or using new … to the construction and operation of solar farms is provided in sections 2 to 7 of this code of practice. Guidance on the general risk management process is available in the How to …

… the consultation must involve that representative. Consultation involves sharing of information, giving workers a reasonable opportunity to express views and taking those views … is available in the Work health and safety consultation, coordination and cooperation Code of Practice. Construction and operation of solar farms (PN12493) Page 9 of 65 …

… 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 … also be provided with information and training on: • work health and safety legislation and codes of practice • the risk management process • inspection and maintenance programs • how to access …

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… civil engineering) is required to either carry out the service or directly supervise the work of anyone undertaking the service during the design, construction, operation, maintenance and … farm should have: • knowledge of work health and safety and electrical safety legislation, codes of practice and other regulatory requirements • an understanding of the intended purpose of the …

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… • • • • • • • equipment selection, including civil works and physical layout of electrical parts wind ratings and loadings, including structure wind ratings and the PV … construction, operation, maintenance or dismantling • materials to be used • what legislation, codes of practice and standards must be complied with. Safe design can result in many benefits including: …

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… Solar farm construction crews face many of the same conditions found in typical construction trades with the notable exception that … trades. Managing this energy safely is an important aspect of solar farm construction. In this code of practice, a construction site is the area of land where a solar farm is being built, usually …

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Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) guidelines

Publisher

SafeWork SA

Version: 2020. (Current)

A PCBU must provide workers with reasonable information, instruction, training and supervision to operate the MEWP in all of the foreseeable work situations which may arise.

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… Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) are mobile items of plant designed to lift or lower people and equipment by a telescopic, hinged or articulated … Cranes, hoists and winches – Safe use. Part 10: Mobile elevating work platforms is an approved code of practice in South Australia. PCBUs’ duties A PCBU must provide workers with reasonable …

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… work health and safety matters, visit safework.sa.gov.au or call 1300 365 255. Further reading Code of Practice – Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace – safework.sa.gov.au Elevating Work …

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Managing electrical risks in the workplace

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018 (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on managing electrical risks in the workplace.

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… Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

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… 32 4.1. General principles—verification of de-energised electrical equipment ............... 32 4.2. Work on cables (including cutting … cables) .......................................................... 33 5. Isolation, locking off and access ............................................................................... … 55 Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 3 of 75 …

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… 60 Appendix B—Advantages and disadvantages of non-portable and portable RCDs .... 63 Non-portable RCDs … 75 Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 4 of 75 …

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

… work carried out on telephone, communication and data systems work carried out by or on behalf of an electricity supply authority on the electrical equipment controlled or operated by the … (50 V a.c.) or 120 volts ripple-free direct current (120 V ripple free d.c.). How to use this Code of Practice This Code includes references to the legal requirements under the WHS Act and WHS …

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… 1. Introduction 1.1. What are electrical risks? Electrical risks are risks of death, shock or other injury caused directly or indirectly by electricity. The most common … example, replacing domestic fuses or light bulbs) Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 7 of 75 …

… − − assembling, making, modifying or repairing electrical equipment as part of a manufacturing process building or repairing ducts, conduits or troughs where electrical … one person can have the same duty at the same time. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 8 of 75 …

… Early consultation and identification of risks can allow for more options to eliminate or minimise risks and reduce the associated costs. Person conducting a business or undertaking WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care WHS Regulation 147 Risk management A PCBU must eliminate electrical risks or, if that is … of people at or in the vicinity of a workplace. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 9 of 75 …

… Manufacturers of electrical equipment and installation must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that they are manufactured to be without risks to health and safety of people at or in the vicinity of a workplace. Importers of electrical equipment and … to allow that person to comply with the WHS Act. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 10 of 75 …

… 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 of control measures This Code provides guidance on how to manage electrical risks in the workplace using the following … working as planned. Further guidance on the general risk management process is in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Consulting workers WHS Act section 47 Duty …

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Book 2 - Guide to External Waterproofing - Balcony Decks

Publisher

Master Builders Australia

Version: 2017 Revised Edition. (Current)

A guide to waterproofing of balconies and decks.

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… INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW The creation of this manual for best practice in the waterproofing of external areas is the result of a chance meeting of several … The minimum performance requirements for waterproofing are set out in the National Construction Code (NCC)/Building Code of Australia (BCA). As of the time of producing this guide for high …

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… Contents | Tables and Illustrations CHAPTER 1: WATERPROOFING SYSTEM CONSIDERATIONS 1 ■ 1.0 INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW The minimum performance requirements for waterproofing are set out in the National Construction Code of Australia (NCC)/Building Code of Australia (BCA). As of the time of printing this guide, … “Guides to Waterproofing” series of guides is to document current high quality building practice with the intent of reducing the high incidence of waterproofing failures. ■ 1.1 …

… CHAPTER 2: EXPOSURE CATEGORY CLASSIFICATIONS 2 ■ 2.1 TERRAIN CATEGORIES For the purpose of this guide, Terrain Categories I and II as defined by AS 2048-1977 Code of Practice for Installation and Maintenance of Aluminium Windows in Buildings are termed ‘Exposed …

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… CHAPTER 17: PLAN AND PREPARE ■ 17.1 GENERAL INFORMATION Plan And Prepare For Waterproofing Installation Pre-installation considerations 1. Confirm that the recommended preparatory … and Safety Act 2011, Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 other relevant legislation and the Codes of Practice for WHS Consultation and Risk Assessment. For specific information, contact SafeWork …

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… ■ 19.9 CLEANING UP The work area needs to be cleared and unused materials need to be disposed of, stored for re-use and or recycled according to appropriate legislation, regulations, and codes of practice and the job specification. Plant, tools and other equipment needs to be cleaned, …

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Managing electrical risks in the workplace

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SafeWork SA

Version: 2020. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on managing electrical risks in the workplace.

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… Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice June 2020 …

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… This code is based on a national model code of practice developed by Safe Work Australia under the national harmonisation of work …

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… 58 Appendix B – Advantages and disadvantages of non-portable and portable RCDS .... 61 Appendix C – Risks associated with electrical work … 70 Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 4 of 73 …

… − − work carried out by or on behalf of an electricity supply authority on the electrical equipment controlled or operated by the … (50 V a.c.) or 120 volts ripple-free direct current (120 V ripple free d.c.). How to use this Code of Practice This Code includes references to the legal requirements under the WHS Act and WHS …

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… 1. Introduction 1.1. What are electrical risks? Electrical risks are risks of death, shock or other injury caused directly or indirectly by electricity. The most common … out the work is not exposed to an electrical risk Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 7 of 73 …

… − − − replacing electrical equipment or a component of electrical equipment if that task can be safely performed by a person who does not have … fuses or light bulbs) assembling, making, modifying or repairing electrical equipment as part of a manufacturing process building or repairing ducts, conduits or troughs where electrical … workers, and other persons at the workplace. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 8 of 73 …

… Person conducting a business or undertaking WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care WHS Regulation 147 Risk management A PCBU has the primary duty under the WHS Act to … requirements for managing electrical risks at the workplace, many of which are covered in this Code. PCBUs at a workplace have a duty to ensure effective residual current devices (RCDs) are … construct or commission plant or structures Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 9 of 73 …

… Designers of electrical equipment and installations must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that they are designed to be without risks to health and safety of people at or in the vicinity of a workplace. Manufacturers of electrical equipment and … to allow that person to comply with the WHS Act. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 10 of 73 …