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Mentally healthy workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors 2019 cover

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Mentally healthy workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors

Publisher

WorkSafe Western Australia

Version: 2019. (Current)

Provides guidance on creating and maintaining a mentally healthy workplace.

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… 4 Identification of psychosocial hazards and risk factors 4.1 Identification approaches A comprehensive risk … where easily available, or published literature for similar workplaces •• consulting relevant codes of practice and other guidance •• analysing available de-identified data from work medical staff …

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… tasks •• sustained concentration •• high mental workload •• extended work hours •• large number of consecutive days worked •• roster length •• shift rotation •• exposure to emotionally … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE •• different accommodation preferences (e.g. privacy) 7 …

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… Psychosocial hazard or risk factor Description Examples Low recognition and reward Lack of positive feedback on job and task performance, and inadequate skills development and … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 8 Work where access to resources and communications is difficult Working and living in …

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… where there may be: •• limited opportunities for problem sharing and feedback •• a perception of increased responsibility for decision making •• limited opportunities for socialisation •• … demands, such as sustained concentration •• extended work hours Design, quality and management practices for accommodation facilities and amenities that compromise the amount and quality of … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE Fatigue 9 …

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… Psychosocial hazard or risk factor Description Examples Alcohol and other drug use Use of legal and illegal substances such as alcohol, prescription and non-prescription drugs that affect the ability to work Use of alcohol and other drugs that: •• reduces quality of sleep •• contributes to long-term … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 10 …

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… 5 Assessing the risks Following the identification of psychosocial hazards and risk factors at the workplace, the next step in the risk management … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 5.1 Assessment approaches 11 …

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… to socialise. For example, even-time and shorter rosters (e.g. one week on, one week off; eight days on, six days off) are linked to better mental health and wellbeing outcomes. … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 12 The type, design and quality of accommodation and activities available may be used …

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… 6 Controlling the risks 6.1 Applying the hierarchy of control Some controls are more effective than others. They can be ranked from the highest level of protection and reliability to the lowest. This ranking is known as the hierarchy of control. … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE Promotion (primary) 13 …

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… Table 6.1 continued Strategy Examples of controls Prevention (primary) Eliminate exposure to psychosocial hazards, so far as is … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE 14 •• providing access to an employee assistance program (EAP) for work and non-work …

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… 7 Monitoring and review The results of monitoring for psychosocial hazards and risk factors are used: •• for verification and validation of controls •• to identify learning opportunities for the purpose of continuous improvement. •• … workplaces for fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in the resources and construction sectors – CODE OF PRACTICE •• worker surveys 15 …

Construction and Operation of Solar Farms 2019 cover

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Construction and operation of solar farms

Publisher

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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… wildlife or vermin) may also require site-specific induction training. 3.3.3 Supervision of workers WHS Act section 19(f): A person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure, so … supervision. 3.4 Non-electrical risks associated with the construction of solar farms In this code of practice health and safety risks during the construction of solar farms are classified as either …

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… is reasonably likely to cause injury to the person or any other person. This includes the risk of a fall: • in or on an elevated workplace from which a person could fall • in the vicinity of … of fall prevention systems is available in the Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Code of Practice. 3.4.2 Slips, trips and falls WHS Regulation section 40: A person conducting a business …

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… to be seen using safety steps on ground surfaces to improve stability and reduce the loss of balance when stepping back onto the ground providing boot cleaning stations to reduce build … the lift. Further information on the safe lifting of loads can be found in the Mobile crane Code of Practice. Construction and operation of solar farms (PN12493) Page 27 of 65 …

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… movements, forces and vibration relating to the hazardous manual task; • duration and frequency of the hazardous manual task; • workplace environmental conditions affecting the task or worker; … on managing the risk of hazardous manual tasks can be found in the Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice, the Hazardous manual task worksheet or at Construction and operation of solar farms …

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… from ground workers until the operator has been advised by ground workers that they are aware of the proposed movement. Mobile plant operators and ground workers should be provided with and … and maintenance requirements, can be found in the Managing risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice. 3.4.6 On-site traffic management Managing traffic is an important part of ensuring the …

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… A traffic management plan documents and explains how risks will be managed during construction of a solar farm. This may include details of: • designated travel paths for vehicles including … Further advice is available in the Traffic management for construction or maintenance work Code of Practice. 3.4.7 Exposure to noise WHS Regulation section 57: A person conducting a business or …

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… Further guidance on managing the risk of noise in the workplace is available in the Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice. 3.4.8 Excavation work WHS Regulation section 305: A person conducting a business or …

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… what work is electrical work (see section 3.5.1, Electrical work during the construction of solar farms) • undertake risk assessments and planning and preparation before work commences … high voltage areas, and arc flash are appropriately managed. Information provided in this code of practice on managing electrical safety risks during the construction of solar farms should be …

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… conductors or cables as this work must be done by a licensed electrician. Despite the mounting of other equipment being able to be performed by non-licensed workers, the safety of workers and … 1.3 (What is involved in managing risks) or in the How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice and the Electrical safety Code of Practice Managing electrical risks in the workplace. …

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… and maintained • ensuring, where practicable, procedures are implemented to ensure isolation of electrical parts near the work being conducted. Further information on working near energised electrical parts can be found in the Electrical safety Code of Practice - Managing electrical risks in the workplace and the Electrical safety Code of Practice …

Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) guidelines 2020 cover

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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.

Managing electrical risks in the workplace 2018 cover

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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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… safety matters and assists in reducing work-related injuries and disease. The broad definition of a ‘worker’ under the WHS Act means a PCBU must consult, so far as is reasonably practicable, … safety of everyone at the workplace. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Information, …

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… instruction provided to a worker are suitable and adequate having regard to: − − − the nature of the work carried out by the worker the nature of the risks associated with the work at the … and specific skills required to carry out the work. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 13 of 75 …

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… that could potentially cause harm to people. Hazards generally arise from the following aspects of work and their interaction: − − − − physical work environment equipment, materials and … the risk so far as is reasonably practicable. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 14 of 75 …

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… You can identify potential electrical hazards in a number of different ways including: − − − − − talking to workers and observing where and how electrical … measures. In these situations, the second step in the process identified in section 1.4 of this Code (to formally assess the risk) is not required. If after identifying a hazard you already … visible and do not have any smell or sound Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 15 of 75 …

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… − − − − − − − − work practices and procedures and the nature of the electrical work to be carried out. For example … 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. Risk assessment and working on …

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… 2.3. Controlling the risks WHS Regulation 36 Hierarchy of control measures Once hazards have been identified and the risks assessed, appropriate … Further guidance on the risk management process and the hierarchy of control measures is in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Eliminating the risk You must always aim …

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… workers with training, instruction, information and supervision on the changes. Chapters 3–5 of this Code provide information on control measures when working de-energised, and Chapters 6–7 on … your workers to report electrical hazards? Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 18 of 75 …

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… and make further decisions about risk control. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 19 of 75 …

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… and control measures As a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) there is a range of things you should do to manage the risks to health and safety associated with electrical … equipment out of service for safety reasons. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 20 of 75 …

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… 3.2. Inspecting and testing electrical equipment WHS Regulation 150 Inspection and testing of electrical equipment Inspecting and testing electrical equipment helps determine whether it … service) before its first use if bought second-hand. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 21 of 75 …

Book 2 - Guide to External Waterproofing - Balcony Decks 2017 cover

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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.

Managing electrical risks in the workplace 2020 cover

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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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… and instruction provided to a worker is suitable and adequate having regard to: − − the nature of the work and the risks associated with carrying it out, and the control measures implemented … and specific skills required to carry out the work. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 13 of 73 …

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… specialists, and reviewing incident reports. 2.2. Assessing the risks Assessing the risks of a hazard involves understanding the nature of the harm that could be caused by the hazard, … hazardous because electrical currents are not visible and do not have any smell or sound work practices and procedures and the nature of the electrical work to be carried out- for example, … a risk to health and safety from fire or explosion Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 15 of 73 …

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… prior to work commencing. For more information about energised electrical work see Section 6 of this Code. Appendix C may be used to assist with identifying hazards and assessing risks in carrying … use PPE to minimise any risks that remain. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 16 of 73 …

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… Further guidance on the risk management process and the hierarchy or control measures is in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Elimination The most effective control …

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… safety must be reviewed regularly to make sure they work effectively. WHS Regulation 38 Review of control measures You must review and as necessary revise a control measure in the following … identified electrical hazards in a timely manner? Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 18 of 73 …

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… doorways and over sharp edges, and use lead stands or insulated cable hangers to keep leads off the ground. In many heavy industries, cable protection ramps are used to protect cables do … equipment out of service for safety reasons. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 19 of 73 …

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… 3.2. Inspecting and testing electrical equipment WHS Regulation 150 Inspection and testing of electrical equipment Inspecting and testing electrical equipment helps determine whether it … testing, electrical equipment should also be tested: Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 20 of 73 …

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… − − after a repair or servicing that could affect the electrical safety of the equipment (i.e. undertaken by the person carrying out the repair or servicing before … of electrical testing carried out at the workplace). Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 21 of 73 …

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… other than construction or demolition sites WHS Regulation 150 (1) Inspection and testing of electrical equipment A PCBU at a workplace must ensure that the electrical equipment is … testing requirements in relation to construction and demolition sites see Section 3.3 of this Code. Hire equipment If you are hiring electrical equipment you should ensure the equipment is … under the WHS Regulations and this Code. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 22 of 73 …

AS/NZS 3835.2:2006 Earth potential rise - Protection of telecommunications network users, personnel and plant, Part 2: Application guide 2006 cover

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AS/NZS 3835.2:2006 Earth potential rise - Protection of telecommunications network users, personnel and plant, Part 2: Application guide

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Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand

Version: First Edition 2006. (Pending Revision)

Specifies recommendation and code of practice for the application of the EPR Code of practice for the protection of persons or plant prescribed in AS/NZS 3835.1.