Code Of Practice For The Safe Use Of Reinforced Plastics
Workplace Standards Tasmania
The purpose of this Code of Practice for the Safe Use of Reinforced Plastics (the Code) is to provide a safe and healthy workplace by outlining safe work practices and general responsibilities when handling reinforced plastics (RP) and also addresses systems and building design.
The Act establishes a duty on the employer to provide such information, instruction, training and supervision to employees as is necessary to enable the employees to perform their required duties in a manner that is safe and without risks to health. The Code provides practical guidance on how to fulfil that duty in relation to the reinforced plastics industry.
Compliance with the Code should eliminate or control the level of atmospheric contaminants generated as a result of working with reinforced plastics.
This document is based on the two main principles that:
(a) there are general provisions which are applicable in all RP applications and these are set out in this code; and
(b) detailed provisions relating to the use of specific materials in the workplace.
This code of practice is intended to apply to both new and existing premises in which RP material is to be used or is used.
Revised edition.
Contents:
Preface
What Is A Code Of Practice
Abbreviations Used
1: Title
2: Authority
3: Purpose
4: Scope
5: Definitions
6: Responsibilities
7: Risk Management
8: Work Practices
9: Hazardous Substances
10: Ventilation
11: Noise
12: General Practices
13: Confined Spaces
14: Emergency Procedures
15: Personal Hygiene And Amenities
16: First Aid
17: Personal Protective Equipment
18: Health Surveillance
19: Building Requirements
20: Electrical Safety
Appendix 1: Personal Protective Equipment Policy
Appendix 2: Health Effects Of Styrene Exposure
Appendix 3: List Of Pre-Employment Medical And On-Going Medical Surveillance Tests And Information
Appendix 4: Format For Documenting Hazards, Risks And Risk Control Measures
Appendix 5: Example Risk Assessment
Appendix 6: Examples Of Risk Definition And Classification
References
Legislation
