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

… Safe design of structures Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

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

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

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

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

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

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

… control measures (as a back-up) as a short term interim measure until a more effective way of controlling the risk can be used, or when there are no other practical control measures … Further guidance on the risk management process and the hierarchy of control measures is in the Code of Practice: How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks. Safe design of structures Code of Practice …

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

How to safely remove asbestos 2018 cover

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How to safely remove asbestos

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018. (Current)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

… not a licensed asbestos removalist, observing the requirements outlined in Chapter 4. Examples of Class A or B licensed asbestos removal work − − Asbestos-cement sheets are to be removed from … must be competent to identify asbestos). More information on these tasks can be found in the Code of Practice: How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace. 1.3. Health monitoring duties WHS …

Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination 2022 cover

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Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2022. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to effectively consult with workers who carry out work for the business or undertaking and who are (or are likely to be) directly affected by a health and safety matter.

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… Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice JULY 2023 …

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… 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 47 …

… Example A marketing company is located in one office building in the city. The company needs to consult with all its workers who are likely to … also need to consult with the four workers from another marketing firm who will be working out of the company’s office for a period of two months while a joint project is undertaken. … a business or undertaking. Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 7 of 47 …

… and any health and safety representatives. Further information and examples are provided in the Code of Practice: Construction work. Designers, manufacturers, importers and suppliers of plant, …

… care for their own health and safety and to not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons. Workers must comply with reasonable instructions, as far as they are … risks are complementary. Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 9 of 47 …

… 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 … and safety of workers in the Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 10 of 47 …

… personal or medical information that identifies or could reasonably lead to the identification of 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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… Example A community soccer club has a large number of volunteers, including team managers and coaches. The club pays its president and referees and … a PCBU. The president organises an information evening for volunteers before the start of each soccer season to provide input into draft policies and procedures on health and safety, … to all workers they cover. Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice Page 12 of 47 …

Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work 218 cover

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Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2018 (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with workplace noise.

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… Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice OCTOBER 2018 …

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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 59 …

… 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 59 …

… 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 59 …

… − − LAeq,8h of 85 dB(A) 1, or LC,peak of 140 dB(C) 2. PCBUs must manage risks to health and safety relating … 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 59 …

… is an officer and their duties is available in the Interpretive Guideline: The health and safety duty … and preventing hearing loss? WHS Regulations 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 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 59 …

… on health and safety 2.1. How does hearing loss occur? Hazardous noise affects the functioning of the inner ear, which may cause temporary hearing loss. After a period of time away from … causes of hearing loss in the workplace.. Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice Page 11 of 59 …

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Managing the risks of working in heat

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2021. (Current)

Provides practical guidance for a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) on how to manage the risks associated with working in heat and information on what to do if a worker begins to suffer from a heat-related illness.

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… on thermal comfort, where a worker is comfortable at a particular temperature, see the Code of Practice: Managing the work environment and facilities. What are some common effects of working …

… Managing the risks of heat The following steps should be used, so far as is reasonably practicable, to ensure that … so far as is reasonably practicable. Further information on consultation requirements is in the Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, co-operation and co-ordination. More information …

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… an ambulance immediately and perform first aid until an ambulance arrives. For the early stages of heat-related illness first aid can often be effective, but you should always seek medical … treating the most common forms of heat-related illness. You can find further information in the Code of Practice: First aid in the workplace. Further resources For more information on controlling the …

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Welding processes

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Safe Work Australia

Version: 2020. (Current)

Provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with welding processes in their workplace.

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… 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 Regulations. 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 44 …

… 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 44 …

… 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 19 Primary duty of care WHS Regulation 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 44 …

… − the person who commissions construction work to consult with the designer of the structure. Principal contractors WHS Regulation 309 WHS management plan—preparation The … 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 44 …

… processes? 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 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 …