Forestry
Forestry and logging workers have a high rate of injuries and fatalities.
The new Victorian Industry Standard Safety in forest operations (harvesting and haulage) industry standard was recently launched by Graeme Johnstone, Victorian State Coroner. It provides practical advice and risk control measures to be taken by duty holders to prevent injury in harvesting and haulage forest operations.
The Standard Safety in forest operations (harvesting and haulage) industry standard will help you understand the risks of working in forestry plantations and native state forests and will explain what you need to do to make your workplace safe.
To search for all available guidance and information on Forestry use the ‘Forms & Publications’ section displayed on the left hand side of this page.
Your health and safety guide to
Forestry
| About the industry | Your legal duties | How to comply | Information Map |
|---|---|---|---|
| About the industry What is forestry? What are the risks? |
Your legal duties Employers Designers, manufacturers and suppliers Employees Compliance and enforcement |
How to comply Consult Planning Phase Equipment selection and use Hazards and high-risk forestry activities Safety supervision Review |
