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Know your duties - a tool for working safely
This tool provides information about duties under the model WHS laws, including duties for PCBUs and workers in the agriculture industry, how to meet these duties, and hazards you may face working in agriculture.
01 May 2015 |
Statistical reports
The Construction industry profile contains summary data relating to injuries incurred by workers employed in the construction industry as well as work-related fatalities. It is a useful summary resource for anyone with an interest in work-related injuries…
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Page last updated: 22 Jun 2022
01 January 2012 |
Guidance materials
Information on the representation and participation of workers in health and safety matters at the workplace, as well as guidance on resolving health and safety issues.
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Page last updated: 14 Jun 2022
01 May 2018 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice provides guidance on managing risks of plant in the workplace.
Use this Code if you:
manage or control plant in the workplace
install, construct and commission plant.
Plant is a major cause of work-related death…
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Page last updated: 07 Apr 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
20 March 2020 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice provides guidance on how to meet the standards of work health and safety (WHS) required under the WHS Act and Regulations in relation to construction work.
In this model Code, the word:
'should' indicates a recommended…
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
06 July 2021 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice provides guidance on managing the risks of demolition work.
You should use this Code if you:
manage or control a workplace where demolition work is carried out
carry out demolition work.
In this model Code…
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
20 March 2020 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice provides guidance on managing risks associated with excavation work.
This Code applies to all types of excavation work, including:
bulk excavations more than 1.5 metres deep
trenches
shafts
tunnels.
Excavation…
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
01 July 2020 |
Model Codes of Practice
This model Code of Practice sets out the legal duties for licensed and unlicensed asbestos removal.
This Code is for people involved in asbestos removal at work, including at residential premises. It applies if you:
hired someone to remove…
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
01 October 2018 |
Model Codes of Practice
Use this model Code of Practice if you design structures that will be used, or could reasonably be expected to be used, as a workplace. This includes architects, building designers and engineers.
This model Code is also relevant for anyone making…
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Page last updated: 06 Dec 2021
09 March 2012 |
Guidance materials
This guide helps major hazard facilities (MHF) operators prepare a safety case for their MHF. The regulator will ask for this when the operator applies for an MHF license.
A safety case is written information about the hazards and risks that could lead…
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