Having trouble with WHS terminology?
SWMS (Safe Work Method Statements) - A comprehensive step by step work procedure and document, essential in the Building & Construction Industry. These should be developed in consultation with affected staff.
ITP (inspection and test plans) – A document that records all inspections and testing requirements relevant to a specific work process or equipment.
Why do I need to ensure work practices and procedures are designed specifically for young people in the workplace?
New research shows young people's brains are still developing until well into their 20's and this, combined with inexperience, can impact on workplace safety. Decision making, risk taking, communication and even fatigue are affected by a still maturing brain. In NSW in 2003, nine young workers aged 15 to 24 years died due to injuries in the workplace and a further 7,026 were compensated for work-related injuries.
How do I know which construction sites (NSW) need an WHS management plan?
An WHS management plan is required when:
The principal contractor for a construction project must prepare a written WHS management plan for the workplace before work on the project commences.
The principal contractor for a construction project must review and as necessary revise the WHS management plan to ensure that it remains up to date.
What is a Construction Project?
A construction project is a project that involves construction work where the cost of the construction work is $250 000 or more
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