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Guidance materials
Occupational lung diseases remain a priority for Safe Work Australia. Significant work has been undertaken to help improve the health and safety outcomes for in Australian workers in relation to occupational lung diseases. However, it is clear that more…
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Page last updated: 16 May 2022
26 October 2021 |
Guidance materials
This guide helps doctors monitor the health of workers exposed to nickel.
Nickel (CAS 7440-02-0) is a hard, silver-white metal that exists naturally in the earth’s crust. It’s in small amounts in food, water, air and soil.
The main uses of nickel are…
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Page last updated: 05 May 2022
19 March 2020 |
Guidance materials
Provides an overview of workplace health and safety advice to educators and employers so that they can prepare for work experience students. The guide also provides a brief introduction to student work placement and offers avenues for further…
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Page last updated: 28 Apr 2022
01 October 2015 |
Guidance materials
Use this guide if you manage diesel exhaust exposures at the workplace.
Exposure to diesel exhaust can cause eye, nose, throat and lung irritation, and suffocation. Long-term exposure can:
worsen allergies
increase the risk of heart and lung disease…
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Page last updated: 27 Apr 2022
19 February 2020 |
Guidance materials
Cobalt (CAS 7440-48-4; Co) is a grey metal that exists in a number of oxidation states, including divalent (Co[II]) and trivalent (Co[III]) oxidation states.
Examples of work activities involving cobalt and its compounds that may require special…
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Page last updated: 07 Mar 2022
01 November 2013 |
Model Codes of Practice
If you’re a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU), this model Code of Practice provides practical guidance on how to effectively consult with workers about work health and safety and meet your duties under the work health and safety (WHS) Act…
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Page last updated: 07 Mar 2022
28 August 2020 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice guides you on working in a confined space.
Use this Code of Practice if you:
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
01 July 2019 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice provides guidance on providing first aid in the workplace.
It includes information on:
first aid kits
procedures
facilities
training for first aiders.
In this model Code, the word:
• ‘should’…
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
28 August 2020 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice sets out the requirements for how to manage and control asbestos in all workplaces, including when working in residential premises.
This Code is for:
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
01 May 2018 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice has been developed to provide practical guidance for persons who have duties to manage risks to health and safety under the WHS Act and Regulations applying in a jurisdiction. The duty is placed on persons conducting a business…
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