Confused by all the different terms used in Workplace Health and Safety? Let our Gold Coast Safety Consultants help you understand what the differences are. Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) Under a range of state legislation, certain High-Risk work tasks, require a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS). Furthermore, some companies require sub-contractors to prepare a …
State workplace health and safety legislation requires that employers provide a safe work environment for employees, and this extends to protecting them from the harm of UV radiation. All employers who have employees at risk of sun exposure during the workday should implement a sun-safe policy. Sun protection Employees are also responsible for a safe …
Is your business in a healthy position to manage the Work Health and Safety obligations that are required of you? Are you aware of your Work Health and Safety obligations? Perhaps a WHS health check is what your business needs. If you are unsure of your obligations, don’t worry because you are not alone. Many …
How to prevent workplace incidents injuries and illnesses? While Australia’s work-related fatality rates have been steadily trending downwards, the questions as to “why there are still so many workplace incidents occurring” and “what more can be done?” to prevent workplace incidents, injuries, and illnesses remain? Why are accidents still occurring after decades of increased safety …
Understanding WHS law – A WHS consultant to the rescue Our WHS consultant’s here at Big Yellow Safety pride themselves on developing the interpersonal skills that are required to aid businesses in improving their WHS compliance and meeting their legal obligations under the WHS law. Safe Work Australia is the national policy body responsible …
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A Safe Workplace – “What is that?” A safe workplace benefits everyone. It protects workers from injury and illness—but it also increases productivity, lowers running costs, and improves morale. A comprehensive Safety Management System that encompasses the following criteria will help you understand your responsibilities and create a safe workplace for you and your workers. …
Workplace Health and Safety obligations apply to both the employer and the employee, a collaborative effort is required to ensure a safe work environment is achieved. As an employer, you have an obligation to ensure the workplace health and safety of all workers whether they are employees or contractors of your business. You are also …
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