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… CODE OF PRACTICE FORMWORK MARCH 2021 …

… This Code of Practice has been developed by SafeWork NSW and has been approved under section 274 of the NSW … Act 2011. Notice of that approval was published in the NSW Government Gazette referring to this Code of Practice as Formwork (page 3055) on Friday 26 June 2020. This Code of Practice commenced …

… 5 How to use this Code of Practice .................................................................................. 6 1. … 11 2.1. Designers of formwork … ............................................................................. 18 3. Systems of … procedures for slip forms or jump forms ......................................... 22 4. Types of formwork …

… Foreword The SafeWork NSW Formwork Code of Practice (this Code) on how to manage the risks associated with formwork is an approved code of …

… How to use this Code of Practice This Code includes references to the legal requirements under the WHS Act and WHS Regulation. These …

… 1. Introduction This section defines what formwork is, the different types of formwork and what is involved in managing the risks associated with formwork. This section … rams or electric motors connected to climbing feet or screw feet or screw shafts. Formwork Code of Practice Page 7 of 59 …

… Jump forms climb in steps following each concrete pour. This type of construction is more suited to high rise building cores where there are regular levels … 37 Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation clause 38 Review of control measures This Code provides guidance on how to manage risks associated with formwork using the following … entering an area where formwork is to be erected and stripped/dismantled; or Formwork Code of Practice Page 8 of 59 …

…  then use personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimise any risks that remain. A combination of controls may be used if a single control does not adequately minimise the risks. Duty holders … risk management process and the hierarchy of control measures is contained in the SafeWork NSW Code of Practice - How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks. 1.4 Consultation and communication WHS …

… into account before making decisions on health and safety matters, and then advising workers of the outcome of the consultation in a timely manner. A PCBU must consult, so far as is … may be used to facilitate consultation. Further information is contained in the SafeWork NSW Code of Practice - Work Health and Safety Consultation, Cooperation and Coordination. Formwork Code of …

… 2. Design and planning for formwork This section explains the roles and responsibilities of people involved in the design and planning for formwork construction, information on design … capable of supporting the loads specified in AS 3610 series. A designer must consider the work practices necessary for safe erection and stripping/dismantling of formwork. This should … to ensure stability during stripping/dismantling e.g. minimum cure time, back propping Formwork Code of Practice Page 11 of 59 …

Code of practice Managing electrical risks in the workplace 2014 cover

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Code of practice Managing electrical risks in the workplace

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SafeWork NSW

Version: 2014. (Current)

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

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… CODE OF PRACTICE MANAGING ELECTRICAL RISKS IN THE WORKPLACE AUGUST 2019 …

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

… 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 76 …

… 60 Appendix B—Advantages and disadvantages of non-portable and portable RCDs ..... 63 Non-portable RCDs … 76 Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 4 of 76 …

… 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 …

… 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 76 …

…    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 … for their own health and safety at the workplace. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 8 of 76 …

… than one person can have the same duty at the same time. Early consultation and identification of risks can allow for more options to eliminate or minimise risks and reduce the associated … install, construct or commission plant or structures Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 9 of 76 …

… 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 … adversely affect other people’s health and safety. Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice Page 10 of 76 …

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Code of Practice Demolition work

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: August 2019 (Current)

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

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… CODE OF PRACTICE DEMOLITION WORK AUGUST 2019 …

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

… 34 4.7 Removal of debris … 37 Demolition work Code of Practice Page 3 of 59 …

… 46 5.4 Basements, cellars, vaults, domes and arched roofs .......................................... 46 5.5 Masonry and brick arches … 58 Demolition work Code of Practice Page 4 of 59 …

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

… is demolition work? Demolition work means work to demolish or dismantle a structure or part of a structure that is load-bearing or otherwise related to the physical integrity of the … risk construction work starts. Further guidance on SWMS is available in section 3.4 of this Code. Further guidance on construction work and high risk construction work duties is available in the Code of Practice: Construction work. Other key terms relating to demolition work are listed in Appendix …

… Primary duty of care A PCBU must eliminate risks arising from demolition work, or if that is not reasonably … duties to consult, cooperate and coordinate with other duty holders. For the purposes of this Code, the PCBU who has management or control of the demolition work is sometimes referred to as … of construction projects. (Refer to section 3.2 of this Code.) Demolition work Code of Practice Page 7 of 59 …

… 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 WHS Act section 22 Duties of persons conducting … Guideline: The health and safety duty of an officer under section 27. Demolition work Code of Practice Page 8 of 59 …

… Workers WHS Act section 7 Meaning of worker WHS Act section 28 Duties of workers WHS Regulation clause 46 Duties of workers Workers have a duty to take reasonable … Regulation clause 37 Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation clause 38 Demolition work Code of Practice Page 9 of 59 …

… Review of control measures This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with … 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. Consulting workers WHS Act section 47 Duty …

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Code of Practice Managing psychosocial hazards

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: (Current)

This Code of Practice on how to manage psychosocial hazards at work is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the New South Wales Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE MANAGING PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS AT WORK SAFEWORK NSW MAY 2021 …

… This Code of Practice has been developed by SafeWork NSW and has been approved under section 274 of the NSW Work Health and Safety Act 2011. The code commenced on the date of gazettal on 28th May 2021. ISBN 978-0-642-33297-4 [PDF] ISBN …

… CONTENTS Foreword4 Scope and application 4 How to use this Code of Practice and key terms4 1. Introduction 1.1 1.2 2.1 6 What are the common psychosocial hazards …

… FOREWORD This code of practice on how to manage psychosocial hazards at work is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the New South Wales Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS …

… any person who owes a duty under the WHS Act, including a PCBU with management and control of a business, or a designer, manufacturer, importer, supplier, installer of products or plant … Control measures (controls) are actions taken to eliminate or minimise WHS hazards and risks. CODE OF PRACTICE – MANAGING PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS AT WORK 5 …

… • unachievable task deadlines, expectations or responsibilities • unpredictable shifts or hours of work, shift structures or rosters that do not allow adequate time for workers to recover • … and fairly and if steps are not taken to address poor, unacceptable or harmful behaviours. CODE OF PRACTICE – MANAGING PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS AT WORK 7 …

… response to high job demands or inadequate support (e.g. excessive time pressures, lack of role clarity or inadequate training and skills). To effectively control risks, duty holders … PCBU is required to make reasonable adjustments under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. CODE OF PRACTICE – MANAGING PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS AT WORK 9 …

… The PCBU’s duty in section 17 of the WHS Act is to take measures to eliminate the risk; and if this is not ‘reasonably … with partner organisations, suppliers, sub-contractors, building managers or workers. CODE OF PRACTICE – MANAGING PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS AT WORK 11 …

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… 2.2 AN OFFICER OF A PCBU WHS Act 2011 s27 Duty of officers Officers, such as company directors, senior managers … provided, for example, requesting information on risk assessments and incident notifications. CODE OF PRACTICE – MANAGING PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS AT WORK 13 …

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… As is required for any other hazard, the systematic four-step process described in the NSW code of practice How to manage work health and safety risks should be applied to address psychosocial …

Code of Practice First aid in the workplace cover 2014

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Code of Practice First aid in the workplace

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2020. (Current)

This Code of Practice on first aid in the workplace is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE FIRST AID IN THE WORKPLACE JANUARY 2020 …

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

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

… workers or others who have been injured or become ill at the workplace may reduce the severity of the injury or illness. In some cases it could mean the difference between life and death. … number of other people who have been trained to administer first aid (see section 3.5 of this Code). A PCBU may not need to provide first aid equipment or facilities if these are already … easily accessible at the times the workers carry out work. First Aid in the workplace Code of Practice Page 5 of 36 …

… Designers, manufacturers, importers and suppliers of plant, substances or structures WHS Act Part 2 Division 3 Further duties of persons conducting businesses or undertakings Designers, manufacturers, importers and … given by the PCBU to allow that person to comply with the WHS Act. First aid in the workplace Code of Practice Page 6 of 36 …

… aid? First aid requirements will vary from one workplace to the next, depending on the nature of the work, the types of hazards, the workplace size and location, as well as the number of … factors must be taken into account when deciding what first aid arrangements are provided. This Code provides information on using a risk management approach to tailor first aid to suit the … change. Guidance on the general 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 …

… - the number of first aiders. Consulting, cooperating and coordinating activities with other duty holders WHS … and coordinate access to the first aiders. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. First aid in the …

… aiders you must have regard to all relevant matters, including the following: - the nature of the work being carried out at the workplace the nature of the hazards at the workplace the … Flammable chemicals could result in injuries from fire or explosion. First aid in the workplace Code of Practice Page 9 of 36 …

… Infection, allergic reactions Animals Bites, stings, kicks, crush injuries, scratches Records of injuries, illnesses, ‘near miss’ incidents and other information will be useful when making … first aid kits in motor vehicles and other separate work areas. First aid in the workplace Code of Practice Page 10 of 36 …

… The distance of the workplace from ambulance services, hospital and medical centres should be taken into … in an emergency. Further guidance about working in remote or isolated areas is available in the Code of Practice: Managing the work environment and facilities. 2.3. The number and composition of …

Code of Practice Safe design of structures 2014 cover

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Code of Practice Safe design of structures

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

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).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE SAFE DESIGN OF STRUCTURES AUGUST 2019 …

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

… 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 41 …

… 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 41 …

… - 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 Regulation to: - consult with the … 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 41 …

… 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 41 …

… 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 …

Code Of Practice Welding Processes cover 2019

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Code Of Practice Welding processes

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

This Code of Practice on how to manage the risks associated with welding processes in the workplace is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (WHS Act).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE WELDING PROCESSES AUGUST 2019 …

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

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

… the full text of the WHS Act or WHS Regulation. The words ‘must’, ‘requires’ or ‘mandatory’ indicate a legal requirement exists that must be complied with. 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. Welding processes Code of Practice Page 5 of 45 …

… 1. Introduction 1.1. What is welding? Welding is the process of permanently joining two or more materials together, usually metals, by heat or pressure or … to avoid electrocution, fire and explosion, burns, electric shock, vision damage, inhalation of poisonous gases and fumes, hearing loss, and exposure to intense ultraviolet radiation. 1.2. … have duties to consult, cooperate and coordinate with other duty holders. Welding processes Code of Practice Page 6 of 45 …

… 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, … plant or structures at a workplace. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Welding processes …

… Information, training, instruction and supervision WHS Act section 19 Primary duty of care WHS Regulation clause 39 Provision of information, training and instruction The WHS Act … the plant importers to consult with designers and manufacturers of plant, and Welding processes Code of Practice Page 8 of 45 …

… − the person who commissions construction work to consult with the designer of the structure. Principal contractors WHS Regulation clause 309 WHS management … in place for consultation, cooperation and coordination between the PCBUs at the site. Officers WHS Act section 27 Duty of officers Officers, for example company directors, have a … given by the PCBU to allow that person to comply with the WHS Act. Welding processes Code of Practice Page 9 of 45 …

… processes? WHS Regulation Part 3.1 clauses 32–38 Managing Risks to Health and Safety This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with welding in the workplace using … hazards – find out what could cause harm. 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 … 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. Welding processes Code of Practice Page 10 …

… 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 … take to control the risk, and how urgently the action needs to be taken. Welding processes Code of Practice Page 11 of 45 …

Code of Practice Managing the work environment and facilities 2019 cover

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Code of Practice Managing the work environment and facilities

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

This Code of Practice on managing the work environment and facilities is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE MANAGING THE WORK ENVIRONMENT AND FACILITIES AUGUST 2019 …

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

… Foreword This Code of Practice on managing the work environment and facilities is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… − − − − persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) persons with management or control of a workplace designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers and installers of plant, … work, noise, hazardous manual tasks and plant. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 5 of 48 …

… Person with management or control of a workplace WHS Act section 20 Duty of persons conducting businesses or undertakings involving management or control of workplaces … or undertaking, the worker must so far as they Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 6 of 48 …

… instruction and training provided. Other persons at the workplace WHS Act section 29 Duties of other persons at the workplace Other persons at the workplace, like visitors, must take … on the nature of the work being carried out and the PCBUs present at the workplace. The Code of Practice: Construction work should be consulted for further guidance on how to identify what …

… The duty to consult specifically includes consulting when making decisions about the adequacy of facilities for the welfare of workers, for example the number and location of toilets. The … systems and facilities such as toilets. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, coordination and cooperation. The nature of the …

… Size, location and nature of the workplace The types of facilities needed also depend on the size, location and nature of … of the workplace. 1.2. Managing risks associated with the work environment and facilities This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with the work environment and … done or to the workforce composition. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 9 of 48 …

… regularly. Workplaces and facilities should be cleaned regularly taking into account the type of work performed, the likelihood of contamination, the number of workers using them, including … environment and facilities provided to workers. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 10 of 48 …

… (PCBU) you must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that: − − − − − − − the layout of the workplace allows, and is maintained to allow, persons to enter and exit the workplace and … viewing panel, unless they are fire-rated doors. Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice Page 11 of 48 …

Code of Practice How to safely remove asbestos 2019 cover

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Code of Practice How to safely remove asbestos

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

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).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE ASBESTOS AUGUST 2019 …

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

… 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, … 61 How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 3 of 96 …

… protective equipment ............................................................. 76 Selection of RPE … 81 Fit testing of face pieces … 83 Appendix D—Example of a clearance certificate ............................................................. 85 … 88 Appendix E—Examples of asbestos removal work ......................................................... 89 Asbestos … 95 How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 4 of 96 …

… 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 Regulation Chapter 8 Asbestos How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 7 of 96 …

… The WHS Regulation includes 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 96 …

… 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, …