Builders often come into the situation where an owner or client wants to use their own subcontractors. The question of who is liable for the work can become an issue at a later stage.
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This information sheet looks at the transitional arrangements for modern awards.
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A worker was struck in the eye by a metal fragment from a screw whilst ripping a length of second hand timber with a circular saw.
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Following the recent bushfires the government has moved to introduce higher building standards in bushfire prone areas Victoria.
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Poor standards of workplace housekeeping creating potential hazards to both workers and members of the public.
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This booklet has been produced to provide completing HIA Apprentices with some guidance for their future direction. All the material presented is of a general nature only and you should do further research and follow up with the relevant authorities for specific advice.
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Consultation should not be seen as just a legal requirement, but as an essential part of managing health and safety at work. Effective consultation can lead to more informed decisions that take into account a wider range of ideas about health and safety issues in the workplace and how to fix them. It can also lead to more openness, respect , trust and a stronger commitment to decisions because everyone’s involved in reaching them.
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Safe concrete pumping is the responsibility of both the principal contractor and the concrete pumping contractor. This information sheet provides an overview of the basic rules to follow for concrete pumping in housing construction.
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WorkSafe can enforce OHS laws by issuing improvement notices, prohibition notices, non-disturbance notices and directions. In serious cases, WorkSafe may pursue further legal action. This information sheet gives an overview of Prohibition Notices under Victorian OH&S laws.
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WorkSafe can enforce OHS laws by issuing improvement notices, prohibition notices, non-disturbance notices and directions. In serious cases, WorkSafe may pursue further legal action. This information sheet gives an overview of improvement notices under Victorian OH&S laws.
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A compliance campaign in relation to prefabricated scaffolding will be rolled out nationally from August. The following checklist may serve as useful guidance for an audit of your scaffolding systems.
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Scaffolds are a common means of providing a safe work platform for working at height provided a few basic safety rules are followed. This includes making sure that workers are provided with the necessary information, instruction, training and supervision to enable them to safely erect, alter, dismantle or use scaffolds and keeping scaffolds and their means of access in a safe condition.
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