Post Transfer of OHS Regulation The DPI will continue to regulate the earth resources sector and to administer all the legislation. The key roles under this legislation were noted in the last newsletter. MPR propose to accelerate preparation/delivery of advice,…
For many Members, taking an application to the Victoria Civil Appeals Tribunal (VCAT) is something different and challenging. It seems the same applies even to town planners! Accordingly, the Department of Planning and Community Development runs professional development training for…
The following information is an expansion of the guidance provided in the Work Safely Reference Manual on signage requirements for the transport of explosives used in the extractive industry. Legislation There are a number of items of legislation relating to…
When a WorkSafe inspector visits your workplace, their role is to assess health and safety, provide constructive advice and, where appropriate, issue notices to require people at workplaces to meet their legal responsibilities or address an immediate risk. Sometimes, people…
On 18 March, Briony Rowley attended a WorkSafe Victoria MRISC Workshop focusing on plant safety with regards to working safely with machinery and equipment. The Workshop outlined the hazards and risks posed to those in the workforce who undertake MRISC…
Excavator Plunges Down Bank When a huge excavator plunged down a bank in New Zealand recently, sensible and simple safety precautions saved the operator’s life. The seven-tonne machine rolled twice down a bank on a building site. The operator was…
Australian Standards for Earthmoving Machinery Off the Road Wheels, Rims and Tyres – Maintenance and Repair – Tyres A new Australian Standard “AS 4457.2-2008: Earthmoving Machinery – Off-the-Road Wheels, Rims and Tyres – Maintenance and Repair – Tyres” has been…
Introducing Equipment to Save Time and Increase Business Efficiency Why use a Tool Carrier in a quarry? Basically the answer lies in the name ‘Tool Carrier’. These machines are such a versatile ‘tool’ in one’s kit that their application seems…
CMPA Workshop Results to Increase Industy Awareness IN March 2004, the CMPA held a Drilling Workshop to identify the hazards, risks and possible controls associated with drilling in the extractive industry. The results of this Workshop were compiled by the…
Complying to Part 5.1 “Construction” of the OHS Regulations IN general, construction work means: Any work performed in connection with the construction, alteration, conversion, fitting out, commissioning, renovation, refurbishment, decommissioning or demolition of any building or structure or any similar…