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… Spray painting and powder coating Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice on how to manage the risks associated with spray painting and powder coating is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… for spraying: − − − using a conventional air compressor where air is driven across the mouth of a small outlet under pressure to draw liquid paint out of the container and produce an … eliminate or minimise risks and reduce the associated costs. Spray painting and powder coating Code of Practice Page 5 of 56 …

… Person conducting a business or undertaking WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care A PCBU must eliminate risks arising from spray painting and powder coating, or if that … The health and safety duty of an officer under section 27. Spray painting and powder coating Code of Practice Page 6 of 56 …

… Workers WHS Act section 28 Duties of workers Workers have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and to … coating? WHS Regulations Part 3.1 Regulations 32–38 Managing Risks to Health and Safety This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with spray painting and powder … working as planned. Further guidance on the risk management process is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Spray painting and powder coating Code of …

… 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, … work being carried out at that workplace. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Spray painting and …

… 1.4. Information, training, instruction and supervision WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care WHS Regulation 39 Provision of information, training and instruction The WHS Act … training and instruction required under WHS Regulation 39. Spray painting and powder coating Code of Practice Page 9 of 56 …

… be implemented to control risks. It will help to: − − − − identify which workers are at risk of exposure determine what sources and processes are causing that risk identify if and what kind … grinding equipment, airless spray equipment, compressed air Spray painting and powder coating Code of Practice Page 10 of 56 …

… lacerations, dislocations, concussion, permanent injuries or death spray painting at height or of trucks, ships, aeroplanes or bridges Electricity or static electricity − exposure to … the risk, and how urgently the action needs to be taken. Spray painting and powder coating Code of Practice Page 11 of 56 …

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… Hazards have the potential to cause different types and severities of harm, ranging from minor discomfort to a serious injury or death. For example, exposure to … 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. Spray painting and powder coating Code of …

Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals 2018 cover

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Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to prepare safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals that are being manufactured or imported for use, handling or storage in Australia.

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… Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice …

… 97 Division of substances into families and sub-families … ....................................................................... 109 Other relevant codes of practice ................................................................................... … 116 Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 4 of 116 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice about the preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… An SDS is an important tool for assessing and managing the risks associated with the use of hazardous chemicals in workplaces. See Appendix A for the definition of ‘hazardous chemical’ and other terms used in this Code. 1.2. What are the duties in relation to the preparation of safety data sheets? WHS … in the last five years. Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 6 of 116 …

… an SDS if they are the manufacturer or importer and the changes are consistent with the duties of the importer or manufacturer. A PCBU who is not the manufacturer or importer may only change … to prepare an SDS for a non-hazardous chemical it should be prepared in accordance with this code so far as is reasonably practicable. The definition of hazardous chemical can be found in … to the WHS Regulations. Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 7 of 116 …

… is evidence that the nanomaterials are not hazardous. Other information on hazard properties of a chemical not already captured within the SDS should be included, for example if the … and beverages within the meaning of the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code that are in a package and form intended for human consumption therapeutic goods within the … nerve, by a toxin. A list of ototoxic substances is included in Appendix A of the Code of Practice: Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work. Preparation of safety data sheets …

… the exemption for therapeutic goods and veterinary chemical products only applies at the point of intentional intake or administration. SDS are required for these products at all other times, … at a pharmacy or veterinary clinic. Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 9 of 116 …

… An SDS must be prepared and written to provide accurate information about: − − − − the hazards of a chemical how to handle the chemical safely, including its storage and disposal the … and the available information. Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 10 of 116 …

… All pages of an SDS should be numbered and include an indication of the end of the SDS, for example, ‘Page … Section 15—Regulatory information Section 16—Any other relevant information. Chapter 3 of this Code contains further guidance about the information that should be included in the SDS, where … the manufacturer or importer. Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 11 of 116 …

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… − − − − is written in English states the name, Australian address and business telephone number of the manufacturer or importer states that full identification or hazard information is not … the importer will be responsible for preparing an SDS that does comply. Section 3.1 of this Code details what information is required to be included in an SDS for it to be is compliant … workplaces at a later date. Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 12 of 116 …

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Excavation work

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

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

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… Excavation work Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

… 53 Excavation work Code of Practice Page 3 of 70 …

… 6.4. Removal of shoring supports … 70 Excavation work Code of Practice Page 4 of 70 …

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

… The word ‘should’ is used in this Code to indicate a recommended course of action, while ‘may’ is used to indicate an optional course of action. Excavation work Code of Practice Page 6 of 70 …

… Excavation collapses are particularly dangerous. They can occur quickly, limiting the ability of workers and others to escape, especially if the collapse of a trench, tunnel or shaft is … guidance on the duties related to high risk construction work and SWMS is available in the Code of Practice: Construction work. Other key terms relating to excavation work are listed in Appendix …

… Early consultation and identification of risks can allow for more options to eliminate or minimise risks and reduce the associated costs. The main duties in relation to managing the risks of excavation work are set out in Chapter 2. Person conducting a business or undertaking WHS Act … for consultation, cooperation and coordination between the PCBUs at the site. Excavation work Code of Practice Page 8 of 70 …

… A construction project is a project that involves construction work where the cost of the construction is $250 000 or more. Additional duties apply to principal contractors of construction projects. (Refer to section 3.1 of this Code). Designers, manufacturers, suppliers and importers of plant, substances or structures WHS … eliminate or minimise risks to health and safety from excavation work. Excavation work Code of Practice Page 9 of 70 …

… Further information on who is an officer and their duties is available in the Interpretive Guideline: The health and safety duty of an officer under section 27. Workers WHS Act section 7 Meaning of worker WHS Act section 28 … and safety WHS Regulation 36 Hierarchy of control measures WHS Regulation 37 Excavation work Code of Practice Page 10 of 70 …

… Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation 38 Review of control measures This Code provides guidance on … if applicable. Further guidance on the risk management process is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Consulting workers WHS Act section 47 Duty …

Managing the risks of plant in the workplace 2021 cover

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Managing the risks of plant in the workplace

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2023. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with managing risks of plant in the workplace.

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… Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice JUNE 2023 …

… Plant not requiring registration of design in Schedule 5 (Part 1) of the WHS Regulations 56 Items of plant requiring registration in Schedule 5 (Part 2) of the … 69 Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice Page 4 of 69 …

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

… vehicles, power tools, quad bikes, mobile plant and amusement devices. The general duty of care under the WHS Act applies to this type of plant. Plant that relies exclusively on manual … or minimise risks and reduce the associated costs. Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice Page 6 of 69 …

… Person conducting a business or undertaking WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care A PCBU must eliminate risks arising from plant in the workplace, or if that is not … Regulation 213 Maintenance and inspection of plant Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice Page 7 of 69 …

… The WHS Regulations include specific duties for PCBUs involving the management or control of plant including requirements to:    manage the health and safety risks associated with … to consult with the designer of the structure. Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice Page 8 of 69 …

… Officers WHS Act section 27 Duty of officers Officers, for example company directors, have a … risks to health and safety WHS Regulation 203 Management of risks to health and safety This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with plant in the workplace using …  Identify hazards—find out what could cause harm. Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice Page 9 of 69 …

…     Assess risks, if necessary—understand the nature of the harm that could be caused by the hazard, how serious the harm could be and the likelihood … over time. Review control measures to ensure they are working as planned. Chapter 2 of this Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with managing plant in the … the hierarchy of control. Further guidance on the risk management process is in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Providing and obtaining information …

… to contribute to the decision-making process relating to the health and safety matter the views of workers are taken into account workers are advised of the outcome of any consultation in a … work carried out in their business or undertaking Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice Page 11 of 69 …

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… or commissioning plant or structures at a workplace. For example, if the owner or manager of an on-hire business has workers carry out work at other workplaces then the owner or manager … way to manage the risks. Further guidance on consultation requirements is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. 1.4. Information, …

How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace 2018 cover

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How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage risks associated with asbestos, asbestos containing material (ACM) and asbestos-contaminated dust or debris (ACD) at the workplace and thereby minimise the incidence of asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer.

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… How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

… ............................................................ 18 2.5. Indicating the presence of asbestos in the workplace ........................................ 19 2.6. Assessing the risk of exposure .......................................................................... 20 3. … 45 How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice Page 3 of 81 …

… 46 7.6. Safe work practices … 55 Appendix C—Examples of warning signs and labels..................................................... 57 Appendix D—Template of an asbestos register ............................................................. 58 … 81 How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice Page 4 of 81 …

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

… and local government regulation may apply in addition to the WHS Act and WHS Regulations. This Code applies to all workplaces covered by the WHS Act where asbestos is present and where products and equipment containing asbestos are used and stored. Some chapters of this Code will apply to asbestos that is present in residential premises when the premises become a workplace. How to use this Code of Practice This Code includes references to the legal requirements under the WHS Act and WHS …

… supplying, transporting, storing, removing, using, installing, handling, treating, disposing of or disturbing asbestos or asbestos-containing materials (ACM), except in prescribed … more information on the management of NOA). How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice Page 7 of 81 …

… Although the ultimate goal of this prohibition is for all workplaces to be free of asbestos, it is only when these … Further details on who can remove asbestos can be found in the WHS Regulations and the Code of Practice: How to safely remove asbestos. Prohibitions on the import of plant and other materials …

… Person conducting a business or undertaking WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care A PCBU must eliminate risks arising from managing and controlling asbestos, or if that … average fibre concentration calculated over an eight-hour working day. Part 6.1 of this code provides information on measuring exposure to asbestos fibres. WHS Regulations Chapter 8 … following chapters of this Code. How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice Page 9 of 81 …

… Designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers and installers of plant, substances or structures WHS Act Part 2 Division 3 Further duties of persons conducting businesses or undertakings Designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers … that person to comply with the WHS Act. How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice Page 10 of 81 …

… asbestos and ACM 2.1. What is involved in managing risks? WHS Regulations Part 8.3 Management of Asbestos and Associated Risks This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with asbestos and ACM using the … and reliability to the lowest. How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice Page 11 of 81 …

Managing the risk of falls at workplaces 2018 cover

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Managing the risk of falls at workplaces

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance for PCBUs, including those persons who design, construct, import, supply or install plant or structures, on how to eliminate, or if that is not possible, minimise the risk of falls from height in workplaces.

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… Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

… falls? .......................................... 6 1.2. What is involved in managing the risk of falls? .................................................... 8 1.3. Information, training, … instruction and supervision ............................................... 10 2. The role of designers of plant and structures ........................................................... … 57 Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Code of Practice Page 3 of 72 …

… 72 Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Code of Practice Page 4 of 72 …

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

… 1. Introduction Falls are a major cause of death and serious injury in Australian workplaces. Fall hazards are found in many workplaces … out at height, for example stacking shelves in warehouses and retail outlets, working on a roof, unloading a large truck or accessing silos. Falls can also occur at ground level into holes, … if a single control is not sufficient for the purpose. Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Code of Practice Page 6 of 72 …

… The WHS Regulations classify a number of activities as ‘high risk construction work’ for which a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) … person falling more than 2 metres. Further information on developing a SWMS can be found in the Code of Practice: Construction work. PCBUs have a duty to consult workers about work health and safety …

… Workers WHS Act section 28 Duties of workers Workers have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and to … Regulation 37 Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation 38 Review of control measures This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks of falls in the workplace using the following … reasonably practicable in the circumstances in Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Code of Practice Page 8 of 72 …

… − accordance with the hierarchy of control measures, and ensure they remain effective over time. Review control measures to … are working as planned. Further guidance on the risk management process is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Guidance on the preparation of a SWMS is …

… For example, the owner of a transport company with large trucks should consult the goods suppliers as well as the … on top of loads on the truck and be at risk of falling. Further information is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. 1.3. Information, …

… − − − the correct selection, fitting, use, care, inspection, maintenance and storage of fall arrest and restraint equipment, if this equipment is to be used the correct use of tools … for construction workplaces – Information sheet. Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Code of Practice Page 11 of 72 …

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Safe design of structures

Publisher

Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) who design structures that will be used, or could reasonably be expected to be used, as a workplace. This includes architects, building designers and engineers.

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… Safe design of structures Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

… 5 1.2. Who has health and safety duties in relation to the design of structures? ............ 6 1.3. What is ‘reasonably practicable’ in relation to the … ..................... 8 1.4. What is involved in managing risks associated with the design of structures? ..... 9 2. Key elements of safe design … 40 Safe design of structures Code of Practice Page 3 of 40 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice on how to meet the requirements for safe design of structures is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… 1. Introduction Eliminating hazards at the design or planning stage is often easier and cheaper to achieve than making changes later when the hazards become real risks … maintenance, operation, demolition or dismantling and disposal, and what legislation, codes of practice and standards need to be considered and complied with. Safe design of structures Code …

… 1.2. Who has health and safety duties in relation to the design of structures? A person conducting a business or undertaking WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care A person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) has the primary duty under the WHS … town planners and all other design practitioners contributing to, Safe design of structures Code of Practice Page 6 of 40 …

… − − − − or having overall responsibility for, any part of the design (for example drainage engineers designing the drain for a new development) … work A PCBU who commissions construction work in relation to a structure (referred to in this Code as the ‘client’) also has specific duties under the WHS Regulations to: − − consult with … risks for construction projects and principal contractor duties is available in the Code of Practice: Construction work. Safe design of structures Code of Practice Page 7 of 40 …

… 1.3. What is ‘reasonably practicable’ in relation to the designer’s duty? The duty of a PCBU to ensure health and safety is qualified by what is reasonably practicable. Deciding … the design detailed or specified by the designer and not by others. Safe design of structures Code of Practice Page 8 of 40 …

… 1.4. What is involved in managing risks associated with the design of structures? This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with the design … working as planned. Further guidance on the risk management process is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Hierarchy of control measures The WHS …

… control measures (as a back-up) as a short term interim measure until a more effective way of controlling the risk can be used, or when there are no other practical control measures … 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. Safe design of structures Code of Practice …

… 2. Key elements of safe design 2.1. Consider the lifecycle In the same way that designers consider the future … role, a designer should also have: − − − − − − knowledge of work health and safety legislation, codes of practice and other regulatory requirements an understanding of the intended purpose of the …

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How to safely remove asbestos

Publisher

Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with removing asbestos or asbestos-containing materials (ACM) from workplaces.

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… How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

… 17 3.3. Informing parties of the licensed asbestos removal ........................................... 19 3.4. Obtaining … plan ...................................................... 20 3.6. Notifying the regulator of the licensed asbestos removal work........................... 22 3.7. Limiting access, … 60 How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 3 of 94 …

… protective equipment ............................................................ 75 Selection of RPE … 80 Fit testing of face pieces … 82 Appendix D—Example of a clearance certificate ............................................................ 84 … 87 Appendix E—Examples of asbestos removal work ........................................................ 88 Asbestos … 94 How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 4 of 94 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice on how to safely remove asbestos is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… This Code applies to all workplaces covered by the WHS Act where asbestos removal is carried out. Some chapters of this Code will apply to asbestos that is present in residential premises where the premises become a workplace. How to use this Code of Practice This Code includes references to the legal requirements under the WHS Act and WHS …

… 1. Introduction 1.1. Who has health and safety duties when removing asbestos? There are a number of duty holders who have a role in managing risks associated with removal of asbestos and ACM at … not exceeded at the workplace. WHS Regulations Chapter 8 Asbestos How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 7 of 94 …

… The WHS Regulations include specific obligations for a number of duty holders in relation to safely removing asbestos. These duties are described in the following chapters of this Code. Officers WHS Act section 27 Duty of officers Officers, for example company directors, have … assists in reducing work-related injuries and disease. How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 8 of 94 …

… The broad definition of a ‘worker’ under the WHS Act means a PCBU must consult, so far as is reasonably practicable, … so far as is reasonably practicable. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Information, …

… 458 Duty to ensure asbestos removalist is licensed A PCBU who commissions the removal of asbestos at the workplace must ensure asbestos removal work is carried out only by a licensed … − − up to 10 m2 of non-friable asbestos or ACM ACD that is:   How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice associated with the removal of less than 10 m2 of non-friable asbestos or ACM not …