… the WES, provided all reasonably practicable higher order controls in the hierarchy of controls have been implemented and that RPE is worn … the WES, provided all reasonably practicable higher order controls in the hierarchy of controls have been implemented …
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Welding fumes What are welding fumes? Welding fumes are a complex mixture of hazardous chemicals produced during welding. The composition of welding fumes depends on factors, including: the welding process, the metal(s) being welded, shielding gases or …
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Excavation As a person conducting a business or undertaking, you have a duty to keep workers and your workplace safe from the risks of excavation. Excavation work means work to make an excavation or to fill, or partly fill, an excavation. Excavation work …
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Consulting, cooperating and coordinating activities with other duty holders PCBUs might share a duty in relation to the same work health and safety matter when they: are involved in the same activities (e.g. part of a supply chain) have a duty of care for …
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Biological hazards - Japanese encephalitis
… of Japanese encephalitis, and train workers in the use of controls. Before implementing control measures, the model … of Japanese encephalitis, and train workers in the use of controls. Before implementing control measures, the model …
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Asbestos Safe Work Australia is undertaking a comprehensive review of the model WHS asbestos framework, including the model WHS Regulations, Codes of Practice, guidance and the model WHS Act where relevant. This review aims to identify opportunities to …
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Biological hazards - Resources
Resources Disease specific information Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) COVID-19 Japanese Encephalitis Regulators WHS regulators and workers’ compensation authorities contact information Office of the Gene Technology Regulator Therapeutic Goods Administration …
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… safer Isolate the risk from workers Use engineering controls. If a risk remains, minimise it using administrative controls and personal protective equipment (PPE). You must … safer Isolate the risk from workers Use engineering controls. If a risk remains, minimise it …
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Plant - Overview
Overview Plant includes: machinery – for example, conveyors, cranes and forklifts equipment – for example, quad bikes, lifts and scaffolds appliances – for example, computers containers – for example, shipping containers implements – for example, …
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Noise - WHS duties
WHS duties Under the model WHS Regulations , you must eliminate or minimise the risk of your workers getting work-related hearing loss. You must also identify and manage risks of noise. Protecting workers from noise The model WHS Regulations says …