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… Demolition work Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

… 35 4.7 Removal of debris … 38 Demolition work Code of Practice Page 3 of 59 …

… 47 5.4 Basements, cellars, vaults, domes and arched roofs ......................................... 47 5.5 Masonry and brick arches … 59 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 …

… 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. Demolition work Code of Practice Page 6 of 59 …

… 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 …

… practicable. The WHS Regulations include specific requirements for PCBUs to manage the risks of hazardous chemicals, airborne contaminants and plant, as well as other hazards associated … 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 8 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 9 of 59 …

… Workers WHS Act section 7 Meaning of worker WHS Act section 28 Duties of workers WHS Regulation 46 Duties of workers Workers have a duty to take reasonable care for … measures WHS Regulation 37 Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation 38 Demolition work Code of Practice Page 10 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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Managing psychosocial hazards at work

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2022. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage psychosocial health and safety risks at work.

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… Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice JULY 2022 …

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

… hazards are hazards that: - - arise from or in relation to: o the design or management of work o the working environment o plant1 at a workplace, or o workplace interactions or … things or anything fitted or connected to those things. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 5 of 54 …

… hazards can create stress. Stress is the body’s reaction when a worker perceives the demands of their work exceed their ability or resources to cope. Stress creates a physiological and … PCBU must have regard to all relevant matters, including: Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 6 of 54 …

… - - the duration, frequency and severity of the exposure of workers and other persons to the psychosocial hazards how the psychosocial hazards may … or procedures that have been notified to workers. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 7 of 54 …

… at preventing bullying and harassment. Other persons in the workplace WHS Act section 29 Duties of other persons at the workplace Other persons at the workplace, like visitors, must take … staff. Other relevant duties Other relevant duties under WHS laws are set out throughout this Code of Practice. See Consulting workers, Consulting, cooperating and coordinating activities with other …

… along with all workers who are likely to be directly affected. WHS Act section 48 Nature of consultation All consultation must include any Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) representing your workers. References to consultation with workers in this Code includes consultation with any HSRs. You must provide workers with a reasonable opportunity … using culturally appropriate people and messages. Managing psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice Page 9 of 54 …

… could impact on their employment or career progression. You may need to use multiple methods of consultation for psychosocial hazards. The form and methods of consultation must be decided … allows you to identify and fix potential problems early. Further guidance is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Consulting, …

… with other duty holders can help you more easily and effectively control risks, and assist each of you to comply with your duty. For example, both a PCBU who engages workers through a … workers have the skills and support to perform the work. Further guidance is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Managing …

… 2 Overview of the process to manage psychosocial risks To meet your duties to ensure health and safety, you … this, just as for any other hazard, you can apply the risk management process described in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. The risk management process involves four …

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Managing the work environment and facilities

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage the work environment and facilities.

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… 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 47 …

… 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 47 …

… 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 47 …

… 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 47 …

… (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 47 …

… such as counterbalance springs or ratchet devices, to prevent them falling back. The location of exits should be clearly marked and signs should be posted to show the direction to exit doors … Further guidance in relation to manual tasks and the layout of work areas is available in the Code of Practice: Hazardous manual tasks. 2.3. Workstations It may be necessary to determine whether the …

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… out the standing task. If the job is primarily carried out while standing, but the nature of the work allows workers to sit from time to time, appropriate seating should be provided. … with slips and trips is available in the Slips and trips at the workplace fact sheet and the Code of practice: Managing the risk of falls at workplaces provides guidance on managing the risks …

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Moving Plant On Construction Sites

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2004. (Current)

Assists employers in deciding appropriate measures to prevent risks to workers and other people on construction sites where moving plant is used.

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… MOVING PLANT on construction sites CODE OF PRACTICE WorkCover. Watching out for you. 2004 New South Wales Government …

… CONTENTS What is an industry Code of Practice? 2 Preface 3 What do the symbols in the Code of Practice mean? 3 CHAPTER 1 – Establishment 4 1.1 Title 4 1.2 Purpose 4 1.3 Scope 4 1.4 …

… WHAT IS AN INDUSTRY CODE OF PRACTICE? An approved industry code of practice is a practical guide to achieving the standard of safety required by the …

… PREFACE The aim of this code of practice is to assist employers in deciding appropriate measures to prevent risks to workers and … Health and Safety Act 2000 and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation 2001. This code of practice is for employers, employees, contractors, subcontractors and other parties …

… CHAPTER 1 – ESTABLISHMENT 1.1 Title This is the Code of Practice for Moving Plant on Construction Sites. 1.2 Purpose This code of practice provides …

… • demolition work for which a licence is not required • in tunnels • involving the use of explosives • near traffic or mobile plant • in or around gas or electrical installations • … (c) includes road vehicles. Note: this definition has been adopted for the purposes of this code of practice. This includes items such as earthmoving machinery and trucks. plant includes any …

… and the Regulation require employers to address workplace health and safety through a process of risk management and consultation. To effectively implement this Code, employers need to be aware of these requirements and have procedures in place to apply them. Employers are advised to consult the Act and the Regulation as well as the Code of Practice: Occupational Health and Safety Consultation and the Code of Practice: Risk Assessment …

… how the risk can be eliminated. Before implementing the control measures described in this Code, an employer should investigate possible strategies for eliminating the hazard from the … and control measures Control measures should be reviewed on a regular basis. The frequency of their review should be determined by considering the significance of the risks associated … in the case of hazardous substances, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) • industry codes of practice for particular hazards or work processes • Australian Standards, which set safety …

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… • turn off motor • remove keys from plant to prevent use by unauthorised persons • implement plant … Management) Regulation 2002. Advice for cranes and excavators is provided in the relevant codes of practice. When earthmoving machines or other plant, such as tip trucks, are operated near …

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… erection, commissioning, use, repair, maintenance, dismantling, storage or disposal of plant. Employers must also assess the risks arising from the identified hazards and take … competent person. For specific information about electrical testing, refer to the WorkCover NSW Code of Practice: Electrical Practices for Construction Work. Persons carrying out maintenance are also …

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Confined spaces

Publisher

Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with work carried out in a confined space.

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… Confined spaces Code of Practice OCOTBER 2018 …

… instruction and supervision ............................................... 12 2. Duty of designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers, installers and constructors … confined space entry permit ........................................................ 44 List of amendments … 53 Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 3 of 53 …

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

… dangers because they are usually not designed to be areas where people work. Confined spaces often have poor ventilation which allows hazardous atmospheres to quickly develop, especially if … these examples meet the definition of a confined space in the WHS Regulations. Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 5 of 53 …

… What is not a confined space for the purposes of the WHS Regulations? A confined space does not include a mine shaft or the workings of a mine. The following kinds of workplaces are also generally not confined spaces for the … Appendix B provides examples to illustrate how a confined space is determined. Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 6 of 53 …

… duties in relation to confined spaces? Duty holders who have a role in managing the risks of working in confined spaces include: − persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 7 of 53 …

… − − designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers, installers and constructors of plant, substances or structures, and officers. Workers and other persons at the workplace … practicable. To assist in meeting these duties, the WHS Regulations require: Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 8 of 53 …

… − − − manufacturers to consult with designers of plant importers to consult with designers and manufacturers of plant, and the person who commissions construction work to consult with the designer of the … service organisation. Other persons at the workplace WHS Act section 29 Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 9 of 53 …

… Duties of other persons at the workplace Other persons at the workplace, like visitors, must take … spaces? 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 confined spaces in the … a safe atmosphere. Further guidance on the risk management process is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 10 …

… Consulting workers WHS Act section 47 Duty to consult workers WHS Act section 48 Nature of consultation A PCBU must consult, so far as is reasonably practicable, with workers who carry … confined space are eliminated or minimised as far as is reasonably practicable. Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 11 of 53 …

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Tower cranes

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2023. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on managing health and safety risks of working with tower cranes.

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… Tower cranes Code of Practice JUNE 2023 …

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

… for raising or lowering a load and moving it horizontally including the supporting structure of the crane and its foundations, but does not include any of the following:  an industrial … hydraulic luffing jib), and self-erecting. Figure 1 Hammerhead tower crane Tower cranes Code of Practice Figure 2 Flat top tower crane Page 5 of 73 …

… that is not disassembled into a tower element and a boom or jib element in the normal course of use, and where erecting and dismantling processes are an inherent part of the crane's … as well as a person with management or control of plant at the workplace. Tower cranes Code of Practice Page 6 of 73 …

… 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 … 212 Warning devices WHS Regulation 213 Maintenance and inspection of plant Tower cranes Code of Practice Page 7 of 73 …

… 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 … for a purpose for which it was installed, constructed or commissioned; or Tower cranes Code of Practice Page 8 of 73 …

… activity at a workplace in relation to the proper use, decommissioning or dismantling of the plant or demolition or disposal of the structure; or who are at or in the vicinity of a … to health and safety WHS Regulation 203 Management of risks to health and safety Tower cranes Code of Practice Page 9 of 73 …

… Tower crane operations may present a risk of injury to persons from:           structural or mechanical failure and collapse … 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 tower cranes in the workplace … of control measures. Further guidance on the risk management process is in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Psychosocial risks A PCBU must ensure, so …

… and assists in reducing work-related injuries, diseases and illnesses. The broad definition of a ‘worker’ under the WHS Act means a PCBU must consult, so far as is reasonably practicable, … 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, …

… WHS Regulation 204 Control of risks arising from installation or commissioning Using a tower crane requires a high risk … in Chapter 4. As a PCBU, you must ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the provision of any information, training, instruction or supervision that is necessary to protect all … relating to an item of plant should be clearly displayed on or near it. Tower cranes Code of Practice Page 12 of 73 …

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Hazardous manual tasks

Publisher

Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with musculoskeletal disorders arising from hazardous manual tasks in the workplace.

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… Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice OCOTBER 2018 …

… in relation to hazardous manual tasks? .......... 6 1.4. What is involved in managing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders? .................. 7 2. Identifying hazardous manual tasks … tasks............................................................ 11 2.2. Characteristics of hazardous manual tasks ....................................................... 12 3. … 71 Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice Page 3 of 71 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice on how to manage the risks associated with hazardous manual tasks and control the risks of workers being affected by musculoskeletal disorders is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… 1. Introduction Most jobs involve carrying out some type of manual task using the body to move or hold objects, people or animals. Manual tasks cover a wide range of activities including stacking shelves, working on a conveyor line and entering data into a … These hazards directly stress the body and can lead to an injury. Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice Page 5 of 71 …

… in relation to hazardous manual tasks? Duty holders who have a role in managing the risks of hazardous manual tasks include: - persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) … manufacture, import or supply is without risks to health and safety. See Chapter 6 of this Code for further guidance. This duty includes carrying out testing and analysis as well as … to take all reasonable steps to obtain that information, and Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice Page 6 of 71 …

… suppliers to give that information to any person to whom they supply the plant or structure. Officers WHS Act section 27 Duty of officers Officers, for example company directors, have a … and safety WHS Regulations Part 3.1 Managing Risks to Health and Safety Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice Page 7 of 71 …

… as is reasonably practicable by implementing control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of control measures maintain the implemented control measure so it remains effective, and … is reasonably practicable, a work environment that is without risks to health and safety. This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with hazardous manual tasks that … is at Appendix C. 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 …

… Consultation involves sharing of information, giving workers a reasonable opportunity to express views and contribute to the … and what you will each do to control any risk of injury. Further guidance is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Information, …

… The WHS Act requires that a PCBU ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the provision of any information, training, instruction or supervision that is necessary to protect all … a worker from risks to health and safety in certain circumstances. Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice Page 10 of 71 …

… situations that may contribute to an MSD. Hazards generally arise from the following aspects of work and their interaction: − − − − work tasks and how they are performed work design and … Trends may show workers in a particular location are exposed to more Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice Page 11 of 71 …

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Abrasive blasting

Publisher

Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

Applies to all workplaces covered by the WHS Act where abrasive blasting processes are carried out and where abrasive blasting products and equipment are used and stored.

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

… 1. Introduction 1.1. What is abrasive blasting? ‘Abrasive blasting’ means propelling a stream of abrasive material at high speed against a surface using compressed air, liquid, steam, … practicable, minimise the risks so far as is reasonably practicable. Abrasive blasting Code of Practice Page 5 of 46 …

… The WHS Regulations include more specific requirements to manage the risks of hazardous chemicals, airborne contaminants and plant, as well as other hazards associated … and coordinate with other duty holders. Designers, manufacturers, importers and suppliers of plant, substances or structures WHS Act Part 2 Division 3 Further duties of persons … it in accordance with the information and instruction and training provided. Abrasive blasting Code of Practice Page 6 of 46 …

… 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 … 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 abrasive blasting in the … with abrasive blasting. Further guidance on the risk management process is in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. Consulting workers WHS Act section 47 Duty …

… The broad definition of a ‘worker’ under the WHS Act means a PCBU must consult, so far as is reasonably practicable, … other to implement the control measures. Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. 1.4. Information, …

… 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 … for a hazardous chemical, or is likely to be exposed to a hazardous chemical. Abrasive blasting Code of Practice Page 9 of 46 …

… 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 … 8-hour time-weighted average peak limitation, and short term exposure limit. Abrasive blasting Code of Practice Page 10 of 46 …

… Exposure standards are based on the airborne concentrations of individual substances that, according to current knowledge, should not cause adverse health … 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. Abrasive blasting Code of Practice Page 11 …