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The OHS legislation in NSW provides choices on how consultation can occur. This code of practice provides guidance to employers and workers on how effective OSH consultation in the workplace can be achieved.
Why do you need first aid? First aid provides the initial and immediate attention to a person suffering an injury or illness. In extreme cases, a quick first aid response could mean the difference between life and death. In many cases, first aid can reduce the severity of the injury or illness. A quick and professional first aid response also calms the injured person, reducing unnecessary stress and anxiety.
The risk management process is also relevant to the duty of a controller of premises used by people as a place of work to ensure that the premises are safe and without risks to health.
Are you an employer of a young worker? You should know that young workers must be protected from the risk of injury or illness arising from workplace hazards. Employers must pay special attention to the needs of young workers because they lack experience and may not be familiar with workplace procedures.
Work from home arrangements can suit the needs of both workers and employers. The legislation setting out responsibilities and rights regarding occupational health and safety, rehabilitation and workers compensation is designed to protect people working from home, as well as people working in more traditional workplaces such as a factory or office.
This Fact Sheet provides basic information for all employees whose work could lead to ill effects following exposure to cold. This information does NOT substitute for medical advice: it provides an outline of common signs and symptoms which people exposed to cold may experience.
This Fact Sheet provides basic information for all employees whose work could lead to ill effects following exposure to heat. This information does NOT substitute for medical advice: it provides an outline of common signs and symptoms which people exposed to heat may experience.
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