Working safely with containers


  • Working safely with containers (PDF 2,743kb)
    Document Type: Publication
    Keycode: VWA1133/01/04.08 - web only
    Industry: Stevedoring 
    Division Author: Manufacturing and Logistics
    Publication Date: 01 May 2008
    Date First Published: 01 May 2008
    Summary: This handbook provides guidance to help identify practices that eliminate or reduce risk specific to working with containers in the stevedoring industry.

About this publication


This handbook was developed in conjunction with representatives from the stevedoring industry.

It provides a range of options to address identified risks in handling containers and shows ‘what compliance could look like’ for the range of issues that have been identified.

This handbook provides a resource for all parties involved in the handling of containers including duty holders, health and safety representatives, other employees and contractors.

It is to be read in conjunction with Working safely on the waterfront.


Further information


For information and advice on this subject or to check the availability of this publication for ordering, contact the Advisory Service on 1800 136 089.

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