Posts Tagged ‘whs’
COVID-19 Information from WHS Regulators
WHS regulators are responsible for enforcing and regulating WHS laws. Here is a list of Australian WHS Regulators and their information and support channels regarding COVID-19. Comcare – Comcare has issued guidance for workers and employers on work health and safety and workers’ compensation in relation to the coronavirus outbreak. The information includes advice on WHS obligations, managing risks and compensation coverage. SafeWork NSW – Coronavirus Worksafe…
Read MoreSafeWork SA High Risk Construction Work Audits
In a recent media release, SafeWork SA has stated that they will begin auditing high risk construction work from February 2020 onwards. Construction is one of the most dangerous industries, and exposes workers to numerous hazards, resulting in high levels of workplace injuries and fatalities. There are 18 activities defined as High Risk Construction Work…
Read MoreSafety App for Plant Operators
Plant Operators can now use the SiteBook mobile app to do pre-start check lists and prepare SWMS on-site using their phone or tablet. The app offers a wide range of features including: An Asset / Plant Register Pre-Start Check Lists Online Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) Online Safety Manual & Safety Data Sheets (SDS) The…
Read MoreBricklayer Safety Overview
While not always considered high-risk work, bricklaying still comes with a high potential for workplace injury. For this reason a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) that outlines all risks and control measures should be prepared prior to commencing work. This way all potential hazards and risks can be identified and eliminated as far as possible.…
Read MoreRoofer Safety Overview
Roofing work in considered high-risk if there is a risk of a person falling more than 2 meters (or 3 meters in SA). A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) that outlines all risks and control measures must be prepared prior to commencing work. It is also important that all relevant workers are involved in the…
Read MoreSite Induction Mobile App
Site inductions are common practice on Australian work sites, as a method of exchanging safety information between Workers and Site Management. For example, an induction can be used to: Provide workers with a copy of the Site WHS Management plan, and Ensure workers have the required cards/tickets or qualifications for their activities. SiteBook’s Site Induction…
Read MoreHigh Risk Work Licences Suspended in SA
SafeWork SA recently suspended the High Risk Work Licences of three individuals after two separate incidents involving the unsafe operation of a mobile crane. In the first incident, the crane operator used the crane’s hook to transport a rigger from one level to another, sometimes called “riding the hook.” The second incident saw the crane…
Read MoreNT Workers warned of heat stress for coming months
WorkSafe NT has warned workers and employers in the Northern Territory to prepare for the coming summer, as the Bureau of Meteorology has forecast higher-than-average temperatures for the next three months. The Bureau has also noted that there is an increased risk of heatwaves to accompany the heat. Exposure to high temperatures and humidity can…
Read MoreSafeWork Australia publishes new precast concrete guidelines
SafeWork Australia has published new guidelines regarding prefabricated and tilt-up concrete. This new guide available from the SafeWork Australia website is designed for PCBUs to manage and minimize risks while working with prefabricated concrete on the worksite. Prefabricated or precast concrete, is any concrete manufactured anywhere other than its intended place of installation. Prefabricated (manufactured…
Read MoreSafety and Quality Checklists in the SiteBook app
The SiteBook mobile app can be used to complete safety and quality checklists eg. JSA, JSEA, and Vehicle Pre-starts. Checklists are an important part of risk assessment and a way of ensuring that a job meets all safety requirements and quality standards. Using the SiteBook mobile app workers can complete customizable safety and quality checklists…
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