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… CODE OF PRACTICE CONFINED SPACES 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 …

… 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 54 10 …

… 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 Regulation. Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 5 of 54 …

… What is not a confined space for the purposes of the WHS Regulation? 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 54 …

… 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 54 …

… − − 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 Regulation requires: Confined spaces Code of Practice Page 8 of 54 …

… − − − 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 54 …

… Duties of other persons at the workplace Other persons at the workplace, like visitors, must take … confined spaces? 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 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 …

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Code of Practice Managing psychosocial hazards

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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, …

… clause 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 … removalist, observing the requirements outlined in Chapter 4. How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice Page 10 of 96 …

Code of Practice Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals 2019 cover

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Code of Practice Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

This Code of Practice on labelling hazardous chemicals 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 LABELLING OF WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS 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 …

… 11 2.3. Disclosure of ingredients … 21 3.6. Duplication of labelling elements ........................................................................ … ..................................................................... 26 3.12. Labelling of products which pose hazard a but do not meet definition ................ 26 4. Labelling … 38 Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 3 of 129 …

… Appendix D—Application of label elements..................................................................... 50 D1. Structure of hazard statement text … ........................................................................... 50 D2. Structure of precautionary statement text................................................................. … 128 Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 4 of 129 …

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

… 1. Introduction This Code describes the type of information that is needed on labels for various hazardous chemicals so that users of these … all provisions in Part 7.1 of the WHS Regulation. Chemicals labelled under the National Code of Practice for the Labelling of Workplace Substances WHS Regulation clause 341 Labelling hazardous …

… purposes, workplace labelling must be used. For example, a pharmacist repacks a 1 kg container of formulated tablets in smaller containers for dispensing to patients. The 1 kg container must … chemicals must meet the labelling requirements of the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act 1994. Where an agvet chemical is also a workplace hazardous chemical, additional … and toiletries being used at a workplace. Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 7 of 129 …

… transit do not require labelling under WHS laws. The requirements for packaging and labelling of chemicals in transit are set out in various Australian transport laws and codes, including:     the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and … clause 335 Labelling hazardous chemicals Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 8 of 129 …

… The manufacturer or importer of a workplace hazardous chemical must ensure that the chemical is correctly labelled as soon as … More information about correct labelling of hazardous chemicals is given throughout this Code. Suppliers of hazardous chemicals WHS Regulation clause 338 Supplier labelling hazardous … under the WHS Regulation to correctly label. Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 9 of 129 …

… 2. Labelling hazardous chemicals – general information This chapter deals with the complete set of labelling elements that should be included on a container. A checklist for the preparation of … the label requirements for these and other special situations is provided in Chapter 3 of this Code. 2.1. What information must be included on a label? WHS Regulation Schedule 9 … of the SDS should be provided to them. Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 10 of 129 …

Code of Practice Managing the risk of plant in the workplace 2019 cover

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Code of Practice Managing the risk of plant in the workplace

Publisher

SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

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).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE MANAGING THE RISKS OF PLANT 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 …

… 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 5 of 66 …

… 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 … clause 213 Maintenance and inspection of plant Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice Page 6 of 66 …

… The WHS Regulation includes 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 7 of 66 …

… Officers WHS Act section 27 Duty of officers Officers, for example company directors, have a … to health and safety WHS Regulation clause 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 8 of 66 …

…     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 10 of 66 …