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Health and Safety for Cleaning Contractors in NSW


These days, most cleaning work is performed by contractors. These guides focus on how occupational health and safety (OHS) fits into a contracts/tendering process.

A Guide for Property Owners and Managers

Property owners and managers can assist in reducing injuries to cleaners by adopting the principles contained in this guide.

  • property owners and managers can gain information on legal obligations and practical advice on ways of meeting these obligations
  • property owners and managers can demonstrate their commitment to OHS
  • all parties that hold workers compensation insurance can work towards being eligible to apply for the WorkCover Premium Discount Scheme
  • contractors know up front that they must comply with requirements governing OHS and workers compensation
  • contractors know up front they must demonstrate the effectiveness of their own OHS management systems.

  Health and Safety for Cleaning Contractors in NSW - A Guide for Property Owners and Managers Publication No. 1221 (PDF format - 201 Kb)

A Guide for Cleaning Employers and Contractors

This guide will help cleaning employers and contractors who want to:

  • eliminate or reduce the risk of injury or illness to cleaners
  • learn about legal obligations and receive practical advice and tools to help meet occupational health and safety and workers compensation obligations
  • demonstrate their commitment to OHS, including when tendering for contract cleaning
  • receive a discount on their workers compensation premium through the Premium Discount Scheme.

  Health and Safety for Cleaning Contractors in NSW - A Guide for Employers and Contractors Publication No. 1222 (PDF format 170 Kb)

 

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