1 . INTRODUCTION
This Code provides guidance on managing the risks associated with demolition work by following a systematic process that involves :
•identifying hazards
• if necessary , assessing the risks associated with these hazards
• implementing control measures , and
• maintaining and reviewing the effectiveness of control measures .
Guidance on the general risk management process is available in the Code of Practice : How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks .
CONSULTING YOUR WORKERS
Section 47
Section 48
The person conducting a business or undertaking must consult , so far as is reasonably practicable , with workers who carry out work for you who are ( or are likely to be ) directly affected by a work health and safety matter .
If the workers are represented by a health and safety representative , the consultation must involve that representative .
Consultation with workers and their health and safety representatives is required at every step of the risk management process . In many cases , decisions about construction work and projects are made prior to engaging workers , therefore , it may not be possible to consult with workers in these early stages . However , it is important to consult with them as the demolition work progresses .
Consultation may include discussions about :
• demolition methods
• type of risk control measures
• interaction with other trades
• Safe work method statements
• provision of appropriate amenities
• procedures to deal with emergencies .
CONSULTING , CO-OPERATING AND CO-ORDINATING ACTIVITIES WITH OTHER DUTY HOLDERS
Section 46
A person conducting a business or undertaking must consult , co-operate and co-ordinate activities with all other persons who have a work health or safety duty in relation to the same matter , so far as is reasonably practicable .
A construction workplace will often be shared by various persons conducting a business or undertaking , such as structural engineers , mobile plant operators and asbestos removalists . Persons with overlapping duties should exchange information about the risks associated with the demolition work and work together in a co-operative and co-ordinated way so that all risks are eliminated or minimised so far as is reasonably practicable .
Further guidance on consultation is available in the Code of Practice : Work Health and Safety Consultation , Co-operation and Co-ordination .
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