This guide outlines how the civil construction industry can provide a safe workplace for workers and the community. Use this guide to understand occupational health and safety (OHS) duties in construction and how to set up a safe work environment.
The guide covers the following topics:
OHS duties that apply to the construction industry
how to plan for safety, including other employers on site, work supervisions, preventing common injuries, safe work procedures, personal protective equipment and site services
site set up and operation, including the layout of services, electrical power, site security, investigating incidents and emergency response plans
high risk work involving equipment and traffic, such as driving equipment on roads, operational safety zones, protecting the public and working near powerlines
preventing injuries caused by falls, confined spaces and explosives
controlling noise, working with contaminated soil and servicing equipment
equipment safety and inspecting, maintaining and repairing equipment
