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… CODE OF PRACTICE MANAGING THE RISK OF FALLS IN HOUSING CONSTRUCTION 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 risk of falls in housing construction is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… This Code should be read in conjunction with the Code of Practice: Managing the risk of falls at workplaces and the Code of Practice: …

… 1. Introduction Falls are a major cause of death and serious injury in Australian workplaces. Fall hazards are found when carrying out common tasks in the construction of a typical one or two storey house (see Figure 1). Falls can also occur at ground level into … substances or structures, and officers. Managing the risk of falls in housing construction Code of Practice Page 7 of 83 …

… 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 … 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 …

… in meeting these duties, the WHS Regulation requires: - manufacturers to consult with designers of plant importers to consult with designers and manufacturers of plant, and the person who … that person to comply with the WHS Act. Managing the risk of falls in housing construction Code of Practice Page 9 of 83 …

… 1.2. What is involved in managing the risk of falls? WHS Regulation clause 34 Duty to identify hazards WHS Regulation clause 35 Managing … Regulation clause 299 Safe work method statement required for high risk construction work. This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risk of falls in housing construction using the … as planned. Further guidance on the general 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 …

… 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, … do not create risks for other workers on the site. Further guidance is available in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination. Managing the risk …

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… 1.3. 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 … plant like elevating work platforms (EWPs). Managing the risk of falls in housing construction Code of Practice Page 12 of 83 …

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Code of Practice How to manage work health and safety risks

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SafeWork NSW

Version: August 2019 (Current)

This Code of Practice on how to manage work health and safety risks 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 MANAGE WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS 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 work health and safety risks is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… a business or undertaking (PCBUs) designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers and installers of plant, substances or structures, and officers. Workers and other persons at the workplace … hazards and risks associated with the operations of How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice Page 5 of 40 …

… processes to eliminate or minimise risks to health and safety. Further information on who is an officer and their duties is available in the Interpretive Guideline: The health and safety duty … to allow that person to comply with the WHS Act. How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice Page 6 of 40 …

… operate and manage the business or undertaking. You also need the involvement and cooperation of your workers, supply chain partners, and other businesses you work with. Management … skill to do tasks safely, and apply health and safety values and behaviours to your own work practices. A step-by-step process A safe and healthy workplace does not happen by chance or … This process is known as risk management and involves the four steps set out in this Code (see Figure 1 below): − − − − Identify hazards—find out what could cause harm. Assess …

… Further information is available in the Interpretive Guideline: The meaning of ‘reasonably practicable’. The process of managing risk described in this Code will help you decide what is reasonably practicable in particular situations so that you … reducing work-related injuries and disease. How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice Page 8 of 40 …

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

… attention over time, but particularly when any changes affect your work activities. Examples of when you should work through the steps in this Code include: − − − − − − − − − − − − starting a new business expanding or purchasing an existing business changing work practices, procedures or the work environment changing organisational structure or job roles …

… that could potentially cause harm to people. Hazards generally arise from the following aspects of work and their interaction: − − − − physical work environment equipment, materials and … micro waves and lasers Burns, cancer or blindness How to manage work health and safety risks Code of Practice Page 11 of 40 …

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Code of Practice Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals

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SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

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).

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… CODE OF PRACTICE PREPARATION OF SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR 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 …

… 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 117 …

… 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 117 …

… 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 Regulation. Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice Page 7 of 117 …

… 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 117 …

… 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 117 …

… 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 117 …

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Code of Practice Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work

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SafeWork NSW

Version: 2019. (Current)

This Code of Practice on managing noise and preventing hearing loss at 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 MANAGING NOISE AND PREVENTING HEARING LOSS AT 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 …

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… 12 2.3. Other effects of noise … 20 5.1. Hierarchy of control measures ............................................................................ … 26 6. Role of designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers and installers of plant, substances or … 45 Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice Page 3 of 60 …

… Appendix E—Content of a noise assessment report ...................................................... 50 Appendix … 59 Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice Page 4 of 60 …

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

… and safety duties in relation to noise? Duty holders who have a role in managing the risks of noise include:    persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) designers, … for noise, in relation to a person, as: Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice Page 6 of 60 …

…   LAeq,8h of 85 dB(A)1, or LC,peak of 140 dB(C)2. PCBUs must manage risks to health and safety relating to … noise emissions. Further information about these duties can be found in Chapter 6 of this model Code. Officers WHS Act section 27 Duty of officers Officers, for example company directors, have … of noise immission and exposure. Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice Page 7 of 60 …

… is an officer and their duties is available in the Interpretive Guideline: The health and safety duty … and preventing hearing loss? WHS Regulation Part 3.1 Managing Risks to Health and Safety This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with hazardous noise in the … 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. Managing noise and preventing hearing loss …

… 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, … 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. Managing noise and …

… 1.3. 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 … to be exposed to a hazardous chemical. Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice Page 10 of 60 …

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National Code Of Practice: For Precast, Tilt-Up And Concrete Elements In Building Construction

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Australian Building Codes Board

Version: 2008. (Current)

Provides practical guidance on ways to eliminate hazards and/or minimise risks in the safe handling of concrete elements in building construction.

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… NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FEBRUARY 2008 …

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… to prevent workplace deaths, injury and disease in Australia. Through the quality and relevance of the information it provides, the ASCC seeks to influence the awareness and activities of … and > > strengthen the capacity of Government to influence OHS outcomes. National standards and codes of practice are declared by the ASCC under Section 4 of the Australian Workplace Safety Standards …

… The ASCC acknowledges those who have assisted in the development of this National Code of Practice for Precast, Tilt-up and Concrete Elements in Building Construction, including …

… and regulations and how they apply 13 2.2 Clients 13 2.3 Designers 13 2.4 Person with control of the construction project or construction work 14 2.4.1 Risk Management 14 2.4.2 Person with … of control 20 3.4 Monitoring and maintaining controls and recording in a SWMS 20 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 5 …

… 4.2.2 Fixing inserts 26 4.3 Design for handling, storage and transport 26 4.3.1 Size and shape of concrete elements 27 4.3.2 Lifting Inserts 28 4.3.3 Location of lifting inserts 29 4.3.4 … 4.3.17 Other footings 35 5. Prefabrication and Casting 5.1 Materials and Components 6 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 36 36 …

… 5.2 Casting bed 39 5.3 Formwork 40 5.3.1 Stripping and repair 40 5.4 Placement and compaction of concrete 40 5.5 Curing and release agents 41 5.6 Element identification 41 5.7 Prefabricator … Concrete element protection 51 7. Erection process 7.1 Planning considerations 52 52 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 7 …

… – Preventing unplanned collapse 53 7.3 SWMS for erection 53 7.4 ‘No-Go’ zones 54 7.5 Erection of elements 54 7.5.1 Erection crew 56 7.5.2 Crane standing area 57 7.5.3 Operating near overhead … H. ERECTION DESIGN ENGINEER CERTIFICATION LETTERS – BRACING AND WIND LOADING 88 8 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION …

… APPENDIX I. PROJECT DESIGN ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE 89 APPENDIX J. PANEL CASTING CHECKLIST 90 APPENDIX K. QUALIFICATION REGISTER FOR PANEL ERECTION 91 NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 9 …

… 1. INTRODUCTION The National Code of Practice for Precast, Tilt-up and Concrete Elements in Building Construction (referred to in this document as this National Code) provides practical guidance on ways to eliminate hazards and/or minimise risks in the safe …

… 1.1 Purpose This National Code provides guidance to persons working in the general construction industry on the safe handling of concrete elements in building construction. 1.2 Scope This National Code is concerned with … other methods or processes that can also meet the required safety standards. NATIONAL CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PRECAST, TILT-UP AND CONCRETE ELEMENTS IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 11 …

Code of Practice Managing The Risks Of Respirable Crystalline Silica From Engineered Stone In The Workplace 2022 cover

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Code of Practice Managing The Risks Of Respirable Crystalline Silica From Engineered Stone In The Workplace

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SafeWork NSW

Version: 2022. (Current)

Provides guidance through the lifecycle of an engineered stone product including fabrication, installation, maintenance, removal and disposal.

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… Code of Practice Managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica from engineered stone in the workplace SafeWork NSW February …

… 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 …

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… ...................................................................... 7 1.3. Health effects of silica dust … Statements (SWMS) ............................................................. 14 2. Role of designers, manufacturers, importers and suppliers ..................................... 17 … 54 Managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica from engineered stone in the workplace - Code of Practice 3 of 57 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice on managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica from engineered stone in the workplace (hereafter referred to as the Code) is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the …

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

… Introduction Working with engineered stone can expose workers, and other persons, to the risks of respirable crystalline silica (silica dust). Exposure to silica dust can have serious health … effects, including fatal lung disease. 1.1. What is engineered stone? For the purpose of this Code, engineered stone 1 is an artificial product that: a) is created by combining and heat … the risks of respirable crystalline silica from engineered stone in the workplace - Code of Practice 6 of 57 …

… 1.2. What is respirable crystalline silica? Crystalline silica is the crystalline form of silicon dioxide, a naturally occurring mineral that forms a major component of most rocks. It … Managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica from engineered stone in the workplace - Code of Practice 7 of 57 …

… 1.3. Health effects of silica dust Silica dust is a significant health hazard for workers. Very small particles of … requirements for workers who work with engineered stone are detailed in Part 3.3 of this Code. Managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica from engineered stone in the workplace - Code of Practice 8 of 57 …

… WHS Act section 21 Duty of persons conducting businesses or undertakings involving management or control of fixtures, fittings or plant at workplaces The person with management or control of fixtures, … Managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica from engineered stone in the workplace - Code of Practice 10 of 57 …

This Code of Practice on how to meet the requirements for consultation, cooperation and coordination on work health and safety matters 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 Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination

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SafeWork NSW

Version: (Current)

This Code of Practice on how to meet the requirements for consultation, cooperation and coordination on work health and safety matters 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 WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSULTATION, COOPERATION AND COORDINATION 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 …

… 41 Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 4 of 42 …

… Foreword This Code of Practice on how to meet the requirements for consultation, cooperation and coordination on work health and safety matters is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act (the WHS Act). An approved …

… a business or undertaking (PCBUs) designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers and installers of plant, substances or structures, and officers. Workers and other persons at the workplace … represent their work group. Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 6 of 42 …

… or safety duty in relation to the same matter, so far as is reasonably practicable. There is often more than one business or undertaking with responsibility for the same health and safety … designer of the structure. Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 7 of 42 …

… 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 … understand the decisions Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 8 of 42 …

…  positive working relationships—because understanding the views of others leads to greater cooperation and trust. In situations where a PCBU shares … with other duty holders will help address gaps in managing health and safety risks that often occur when:    there is a lack of understanding of how the activities of each person … risks are complementary. Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 9 of 42 …

… decisions about ways to eliminate or minimise those risks making decisions about the adequacy of facilities for the welfare of workers proposing changes that may affect the health or safety … be difficult to understand. Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 10 of 42 …

… risks, affecting workers in the work group and also information about the health and safety of workers in the work group. This does not extend access to personal or medical information … a worker without the worker’s consent. Further guidance on risk management is available in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. 2.2. Deciding on welfare facilities …

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Construction work

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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 risks relating to construction work.

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… Construction work Code of Practice MAY 2018 …

… 38 Appendix B—Examples of construction work ................................................................ 41 Appendix C—Examples of high risk construction work ................................................ 44 Appendix … work safe work method statement template ................................ 52 Appendix F—Sample of a completed Safe work method statement ............................. 54 Appendix G—Preparing … 88 Construction work Code of Practice Page 4 of 88 …

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

… 1. Introduction 1.1. What is ‘construction work’? WHS Regulation 289 Meaning of construction work ‘Construction work’ is defined in the WHS Regulations as any work carried … construction has started, and traffic control on a construction site. For the purposes of this Code, housing construction work involves construction work relating to the following: − − − … villa homes, strata or company title home units or residential flats Construction work Code of Practice Page 6 of 88 …

… or sewerage or drainage works, for example stormwater drains, sheet piling to divert the course of a river or to build a cofferdam, underground storage tanks for an irrigation system, road … construction work for which a safe work method statement (SWMS) is required. Chapter 4 of this Code provides more detail on SWMS. Examples of high risk construction work are provided in … it. The handover usually takes place at the practical completion Construction work Code of Practice Page 8 of 88 …

… of the project, for example when a house is considered habitable and the buyer or owner takes possession. Valuing construction work The cost of construction work can be determined by the contract price for carrying out the work. The … exposed to health and safety risks arising from the business or undertaking. Construction work Code of Practice Page 9 of 88 …

… Specific duties relating to construction work are outlined in Chapter 2 of this Code, noting a PCBU may also have multiple or shared duties while undertaking … risk control measures are implemented by the subcontractor. Construction work Code of Practice Page 10 of 88 …

… care for their own safety and that their acts do not adversely affect the health and safety of others. 1.7. What is involved in managing risks associated with construction work? WHS … Regulation 37 Maintenance of control measures WHS Regulation 38 Review of control measures This Code provides guidance on how to manage the risks associated with construction work in the … time. Review control measures to ensure they are working as planned. Construction work Code of Practice Page 11 of 88 …

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… Hierarchy of control measures The WHS Regulations require duty holders to work through the hierarchy of … Further guidance on the risk management process and the hierarchy or control measures is in the Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks. In addition to the duties covered in this …

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How to manage work health and safety risks

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

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

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