Dusts The air you breathe in when working on a construction site can contain dust. Silica dust Workplace Exposure Standards Hazardous chemicals As a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU), you have a duty to keep yourself, your workers and …
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Demolition work Demolition work means to knock down or dismantle a structure, or part of a structure, that is load-bearing or related to the physical integrity of the structure. A structure is a fixed or moveable, temporary or permanent constructed …
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Confined spaces Confined spaces pose dangers because they are usually not designed to be areas where people work. A confined space means an enclosed or partially enclosed space that: is not intended to be occupied by a person, and is likely to involve …
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Asbestos Before asbestos was banned in December 2003, asbestos was used in a range of industries, including the construction industry. Asbestos use has been prohibited since December 2003. However, you may still find asbestos in older buildings and …
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Manage the risks I would like to know how to manage the risks. Manage the risks In construction, risks may arise from physical labour such as manual tasks, using plant or machinery or falls from height. There are also risks to mental health that need to …
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Table 5.1: Income replacement Member for 3 years 7 months Submitted by erin.starling on Thu, 2022-08-25 14:48 Calculation Settlement, redemption, commutation New South Wales Part 3, Div 2 ( Workers Compensation Act 1987 ). No current work capacity * …
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General duties I would like to know about general duties that apply to all industries under the model WHS laws. Incident reporting Emergency plans and procedures First aid Personal Protective equipment (PPE) Labour hire Safe design Everyone working in the …