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…
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…
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…
When talking about work health and safety in Australia you will often hear the term ‘reasonably practicable’. The legislation uses it, workplace inspectors use it and your WHS advisor will use it when explaining what has to be done to keep things safe around the workplace. It’s easy enough to Read more…
