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NEW SAFETY CODES OF PRACTICE RELEASED Members are advised that Safe Work Australia has released 12 new Codes of Practice relevant to the Building and Construction Industry as part of the national harmonised work, health and safety laws.
The new Codes replace a number of existing Codes that were in place under the previous laws. In order to avoid duplications and conflict, five previous Codes of Practice have been revoked, which are: • Excavation work • Safe work on roofs part 2 – residential buildings • Work in hot and cold environments • Amenities for construction • Work prevention of occupational overuse syndrome The 12 new Codes of Practice, which came into force on Friday 18 July, 2014 are all relevant to the Building and Construction Industry and are as follows: • First aid in the workplace • Construction work • Preventing falls in housing construction
• Managing electrical risks in the workplace • Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace • Managing the risks of plant in the workplace • Safe design of structures • Excavation work • Demolition work • Welding processes • Spray painting and powder coating • Abrasive blasting Master Builders has welcomed the introduction of these news Codes of Practice, as they will help to clarify and update issues for employers in the health and safety space. Members who wish to view or download a copy of the new Codes of Practice should visit WorkCover NSW website: www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
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