Silicosis is a form of lung disease not unlike mesothelioma which is commonly associated with asbestos exposure. For many years workers have been doing their best to reduce their exposure to asbestos dust and fibres by using procedures and PPE mandated by legislation. However, recently a ‘new’ threat has emerged Read more…
Unfortunately there is a lot of misinformation about the safety requirements for businesses in all industries. Let’s check out some of the main myths in the construction industry and what the actual truth is! I only need a safe work method statement if I’m doing work over $100,000 MYTH! The Read more…
In October 2016 two men working on a construction site lost their lives, and now two years later those in charge of the site are facing the consequences of not running a safe site, and of not having the proper WHS documents in place. Tragically these deaths could have been Read more…
WHAT IS A PCBU? A ‘person conducting a business or undertaking’ (PCBU) is a legal term under WHS laws for individuals, businesses or organisations that are conducting business. A person who performs work for a PCBU is considered a worker. Types of PCBUs can include: public and private companies partners Read more…
Is the WHS documentation for your business out of date, or even worse… non-existant? When was it last reviewed for changes in the legislation? Step 1: Identify the Problem– ALL Australian businesses no matter what their size need to manage their WHS obligations by law. Step 2: Find a Solution– Read more…
Managing the safety documentation of a business can often be overlooked. This can be for various reasons, of which some are: It’s too hard I don’t have time I’ve never had an inspector come to my site before It’s a waste of time I know how to work safely However, Read more…
A safe work method statement, also known as a SWMS (pronounced ‘swims’) is a written document that communicates to workers how high risk construction work is going to be completed safely. A SWMS identifies the hazards and risks associated with various tasks, and how they can be controlled to ensure Read more…
A safety management plan may also be known as a WHS management plan or a construction site safety plan. The site specific safety management plan is a document that helps communicate how safety is going to be managed on a construction site, and who is responsible for ensuring compliance. In Read more…
