19 March 2020 |
Guidance materials
The role and influence a person has in a business determines if they are an ‘officer’ under WHS laws. This is different for each person and each business.
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- Model Work Health and Safety Laws
Page last updated: 05 Oct 2021
20 March 2020 |
Guidance materials
Officers in small businesses have an obligation under WHS laws to demonstrate a proactive approach to WHS matters.
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- Model Work Health and Safety Laws
Page last updated: 05 Oct 2021
20 March 2020 |
Guidance materials
Use this guide to manage the risks of machinery, vehicles and other types of plant used in rural workplaces.
The guide includes information on:
using plant in rural workplaces
selecting the most suitable vehicle for your needs, and …
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- Safe design
- Quad bikes
- Plant design, supply and registration
- Plant, equipment and structures
- Safety by industry and business
Page last updated: 22 Sep 2021
20 March 2020 |
Guidance materials
This information sheet provides information about managing the risks of using quad bikes in rural workplaces, including:
determining farm vehicle needs
identifying other options to find the most suitable farm vehicles.
Prevention of…
Document
- Safe design
- Quad bikes
- Plant design, supply and registration
- Plant, equipment and structures
- Safety by industry and business
Page last updated: 21 Sep 2021
19 March 2020 |
Guidance materials
This document provides guidance on the interpretation and application of section 27 of the Work Health and Safety Act, including who will be an 'officer' and what it will mean for them.
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- Model WHS Laws
- Officer duty
- Model Work Health and Safety Laws
Page last updated: 17 Aug 2021