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Workplace Health and Safety (Plant) Code of Practice Approval Notice 1993

Jurisdiction Australia - Queensland
Year 1993
Published in English
Serial title Queensland Government Gazette
Source 19 Mar. 1993, Vol.302, No.58, p.1169-1272 (also numbered 1-101). Illus.
Descriptors [Primary] Australia, Queensland, equipment, workplaces and operations, hazard identification, machinery, major hazards, occupational safety
[Secondary] air conditioning, design of equipment, directive, escalators, lifts, personal protective equipment, pressure vessels, responsibilities of employees, responsibilities of employers, safe working methods, safety devices, tools and work holding devices, total loss control
Subject category Mechanical hazards, transport
Abstract This Code of Practice (the enabling notice commenced 30 Apr. 1993) was issued under the Workplace Health and Safety Act (CIS 90-1402). It provides practical guidance to all those with a duty to care with respect to plant (machinery, equipment, appliances, tools, personal protective equipment, etc., and their components) at the workplace. The Code outlines provisions for the prevention and control of risks arising from or associated with plant at workplaces. Classification of provisions of the Code is primarily by the person affected (designer, manufacturer, importer, supplier, installer, employer, person in control, employee, non-employee). Special provisions are outlined for specified plant: air-conditioning units, amusement devices, cylinders, escalators, lifts. In annex: relevant provisions of the Act; risk management; standards; scope of manufacturers' instructions.
CIS No. 94-442
Database ID 62089

 

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