Published in gazette no 129 of 24 august 2001, page 6197 page 1 280 new south wales occupational health and safety regulation 2001 under the occupational health and safety act 2000 her excellency the governor, with the advice of the executive council, has made the following regulation under the occupational health and safety act 2000. Gpo box 5420, sydney, nsw 2001, australia this is a free 5 page sample. The ohs act places general duties of care on persons to take reasonable care for the health and safety of employees in the workplace. The management of occupational health and safety in the. New south wales occupational health and safety regulation 2001 contents page repealed version for 7.
Ohs act provides the rules and legislation to be abided by all workplaces. Ohs act provides the rules and legislation to be abided by all workplaces, to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all persons at work in the state of new south wales. Occupational health and safety regulation 2001 nsw legislation. Occupational health and safety regulations 2001 and work cover nsw, 2001, workplace safety kit. Other products developed under the auspices of the construction mou include. The asnzs 4804 guidelines describe a systematic management approach that can assist in both meeting legal requirements and lead to. The ohs regulation replaces all regulations made under the occupational health and. A number of regulations operate under the occupational health and safety act and associated legislation. Occupational health and safety laws and volunteers new south wales this quick guide provides a straightforward overview of the responsibilities of volunteerinvolving organisations in providing a safe and risk free environment for volunteers. The occupational health and safety regulation regulation contains legal requirements that must be met by all workplaces under the inspectional jurisdiction of worksafebc. The resources required to set up and continually improve an ohsms. The new south wales government does not guarantee that the information is complete, current or correct and. Minimum requirements for election of ohs representatives 48.
Occupational health and safety risk management policy. Occupational health and safety regulation 2001 nsw. The management of occupational health and safety in the australian mining industry mining ohs legislation in australia development and harmonisation historically, each state and territory in australia has managed ohs separately, with its own general legislation applicable to most workplaces. Ohs is a planned system of working to prevent illness and. Companys objective is for contractors to be working to a satisfactory standard meeting all company and legislative requirements. It is your responsibility to make sure you comply with them. Temporary support of masonry walls under construction.
Jointly published by standards australia international ltd, gpo box 5420, sydney, nsw 2001. The major mining states wa, nsw and qld have elected to retain specific mining ohs legislation. Work health and safety regulation 2017 nsw austlii. The occupational health and safety act 2004 ohs act is the main workplace health and safety law in victoria. The management of occupational health and safety in the australian mining industry mining ohs legislation in australia development and harmonisation historically, each state and territory in australia has managed ohs. Oct 28, 2019 the occupational health and safety act 2004 and related regulations aim to keep victorian workplaces safe. Click on the relevant state to open their ohs act and regulations. This publication may refer to workcover nsw administered legislation that has been amended or repealed. They know what the ohs problems have been in the past and can help in avoiding them in the future. New south wales consolidated regulations search this regulation work health and safety regulation 2017 made under the work health and safety act 2011 as at 25 march 2020 reg 404 of 2017 table of provisions chapter 1 preliminary part 1. Occupational health safety regulations 2001 nsw occupational health and safety ohs act 2004 vic. Scope this standard is for all contractors providing. While subby pack was developed for the construction industry, the pack has been applied to a number of different industries with great success. Occupational health and safety act ohs act description occupational health and safety act 85 of 1993 ohs act category lra forms sub category department of labour document type forms filename ohs act 8593.
Occupational health and safety regulation 2001 contents page 4 current version for 7. Vehicle national law nsw industrial relations general regulation 2001. May 02, 20 example contractor safety management procedure this standard provides requirements which company managers, supervisors, contractors and subcontractors must meet and follow when engaged by company for any work. Organisations represented on the nsw mining industry health working party are coal services pty limited. Occupational health and safety laws and volunteers new. Covid19 workplace preparedness health, safety and claims management course. The purpose of the ohs regulation is to promote occupational health and safety. Work health and safety regulation 2011 act legislation register. Printing multiple copies of a statute or regulation for the purpose of distribution without the. The nsw occupational health and safety act 2000, the ohs act, as amended, is the principal legislation for workplace health and safety in nsw, together with the nsw occupational health and safety regulation 2001.
Regulations give details on how certain sections of the act are to be implemented. Ohs act provides the rules and legislation to be abided by all workplaces, to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all persons at. Contractors and the principal prior to commencement of work to discuss relevant parts of the ohs management plan for the places of work and documenting any additional ohs measures and controls that need to be implemented to ensure the health and safety of all persons at the site. This legislation is based on the national model whs legislation developed by safe work australia in consultation with the states and territories. Occupational health and safety in australia article pdf available in industrial health 503. Ohs act provides the rules and legislation to be abided by all workplaces, to ensure. Occupational health and safety regulation 2001 contents page 10 chapter 3 workplace consultation 21 definitions 46 22 setting up consultation arrangements section 15 f of the act 46 23 workgroups represented by ohs committees or ohs representatives 48 24 minimum requirements for ohs committees 49 25 minimum requirements for election of ohs. Work health and safety standing orders 140 version 20. Nsw occupational health and safety act 2000 occupational health and safety regulation 2001 qld workplace health and safety act 1995. The nswfb complements this legislation by issuing nswfb speci. Representing councils views on workplace health and safety to peak industry bodies such as workcover nsw and safe work australia. Occupational health and safety procurement guidelines ohs back to top. The occupational health and safety act 2004 and related regulations aim to keep victorian workplaces safe. New south wales consolidated regulations index table search search this regulation notes noteup download help made under the work health and safety act 2011 as at 25 march 2020 reg 404 of 2017 table of provisions chapter 1 preliminary part 1.
Occupational health and safety procurement guidelines ohs. The occupational health and safety ohs regulation is one of the regulations in force under the workers compensation act. Your employer or ohs representative should be able to help you. Introduction a healthy and safe workplace is important to the productivity, effectiveness and. New south wales legislation ohs legislation workplaceohs. Fast links to workplace health and safety pages, regulators and information. The ohs act seeks to protect the health, safety and welfare of. However every workplace has a legal responsibility for ensuring. Regulations, the contractor shall immediately notify transgrid of. Occupational health and safety procurement guidelines ohs documents. Occupational health and safety regulation 2001 made under the occupational health and safety act 2000 as at 1 january 2012 reg 648 of 2001 table of provisions chapter 1 preliminary 1. The ohs regulation contains legal requirements that must be met by all workplaces under the inspection jurisdiction of worksafebc. This includes the health and safety of anyone who does work for you as well as your customers, visitors and suppliers.
Audit checklist for ohs consultation in nsw mines audit checklist for ohs consultation for nsw mines iga07 december 2005 references to relevant legislative and regulatory provisions do not include regulations under the coal mine health and safety act 2002 and forthcoming regulations. Workplace culture health professionals workforce plan workforce planning and development junior medical officer recruitment map my health career. The nsw occupational health and safety act 2000, no 40. Occupational health and safety regulation worksafebc. Example contractor safety management procedure safety. The act was repealed by the work health and safety act 2011. The nsw occupational health and safety act 2000 and occupational health and safety regulation 2001 establish occupational health and safety ohs requirements for all workplaces throughout nsw. Ohs regulations means the occupational health and safety safety standards regulations 1994.
Subby pack ohs contractor management tool tool 2001 workcover nsw ohs contractor management tool construction safety kit subby pack cover210 18402 7. The object of this regulation is to amend the occupational health and safety regulation. New south wales occupational health and safety regulation 2001 under the occupational health and safety act 2000 this version of the legislation is compiled and maintained in a database of legislation by the parliamentary counsels office and published on the nsw legislation website. Occupational health and safety act and regulations worksafe. Ohs legislation and or regulations pertaining to that state or territory whether specifically. Example contractor safety management procedure safety risk. Business federalism analysis harmonization of laws occupational health and safety laws, regulations and rules occupational safety and health. The act was repealed by the work health and safety act 2011 the nsw occupational health and safety act 2000, no 40. The principal whs law in new south wales consists of the work health and safety act 2011, supported by the work health and safety regulation 2017. Hb 211 2001 occupational health and safety management systems a guide to as 4801 for small business. Training requirements for whs entry permitsact, s 1 and s 3.
Important notice about this page ministry of health. It sets out key principles, duties and rights about ohs. The occupational health and safety act 2000 is a repealed statute of new south wales nsw. Occupational health and safety act 2000 nsw business. This general legislation was often supplemented by. For a summary of the legislation, and a link to the full text, go to part 3.
This publication does not represent a comprehensive statement of the law as it applies to particular problems or to individuals or as a substitute for. Pdf version printerfriendly ideal for printing entire document occupational health and safety regulation 29697 published by quickscribe services ltd. V any other law relating to occupational health and safety. Information on the latest laws can be checked by visiting the nsw legislation website. The work health and safety act 2011 nsw the act provides a framework to protect the health, safety and welfare of all workers and others in relation to nsw workplaces and work activities. Health and safety regulation 2001 and the nsw work cover code of practice amenities for construction work.