Heat stress management: protecting workers in high heat
Learn how to develop an effective heat stress management plan to protect workers, reduce risks, and comply with Australian WHS laws.
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Plant safety: managing plant risks in Australian workplaces
A practical guide to plant safety in Australia: buying, registering, guarding, maintaining and disposing of plant under WHS laws and the code of practice.
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Electrical safety: managing electrical risks at work
Electrical safety at work in Australia: common electrical hazards, the laws and standards that apply, and practical steps to manage electrical risks.
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Working in a confined space: keeping safety in check
What counts as a confined space in Australia, the hazards of confined space work, duty holder roles, entry permits and the controls that keep workers safe.
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Crystalline silica dust: how to manage it safely
Respirable crystalline silica dust causes silicosis and lung cancer. Learn which tasks create it, the WHS rules that apply and how to control exposure.
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Asbestos removal: how to manage it safely
Asbestos removal in Australia: where asbestos is found, its health risks, licence classes, WHS duties and the steps to manage removal safely at work.
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Preventing falls from heights: keep your workers safe
Falls from heights are a leading cause of workplace deaths in Australia. Learn the main working-at-height hazards and the controls that prevent falls.
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