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• Guide to Asbestos Compensation in Tasmania (PDF, 1.6 MB)

  Explains the asbestos compensation scheme and laws in Tasmania, who is entitled to compensation, making a claim, benefits, disputes and more.

• Asbestos Compensation Commissioner Annual Report 2020 21 (PDF, 12.8 MB)

• Asbestos safety

  The health and safety risks of asbestos and how to manage them. Aimed at DIY home renovators and tradespeople/workplaces.

• Asbestos removal licensing

  Explains when an asbestos licence is required for asbestos removal, the types of asbestos licences, and how to get an asbestos licence

  Topics > Licensing permits and registration > Asbestos licensing

• Asbestos Compensation Commissioner Annual Report 2021 22 (PDF, 919.9 KB)

• Asbestos in mineral kits

  Warns of the potential presence of asbestos in mineral kits; and what to do if you have these.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety alerts

• Asbestos safety in bushfire affected areas

  Warns of the potential presence of asbestos in bushfire affected areas; and what to do if you suspect it to be present or find it.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety alerts

• Asbestos claims for workers

  Aimed at workers. Details the step by step process that workers must follow to make a claim for asbestos compensation in Tasmania.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Applicants

• Application for asbestos removal licence Class A or B (PDF, 976.7 KB)

  Use this form to apply to Worksafe Tasmania to be a licensed asbestos removalist

• Definitions in asbestos compensation

  Defines terms and words commonly used in the Tasmanian asbestos compensation scheme.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Laws, reports and dispute resolution

• Asbestos claims for family members

  Aimed at family members of a deceased worker. Details the step by step process to follow to make a claim for asbestos compensation in Tasmania.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Applicants

• Asbestos Compensation Scheme

  Explains Tasmania’s asbestos compensation scheme and who can make a claim.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Applicants

• Medical practitioner guidance and forms

  Aimed at medical practitioners who are involved with Tasmania’s asbestos compensation scheme and/or are treating a person with asbestos-related disease.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Medical practitioners

• Medical panel guidance and forms

  Aimed at medical specialists who sit on medical panels in the asbestos compensation scheme.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Medical practitioners

• Workplace Issues magazine Summer 2022 (PDF, 1.7 MB)

• Asbestos in some bunsen burner mats

  Warning of the potential presence of asbestos in bunsen burner mats used in laboratories; and what to do if you have these.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety alerts

• How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace: Code of practice

  Provides practical guidance on how to manage risks associated with asbestos and asbestos-containing material, therefore reducing the incidence of asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer.

  Topics > Laws and compliance > Codes of practice > codes of practice folder

• Statutory benefits for asbestos related disease

  Explains the different types of compensation payable under the Tasmanian asbestos compensation scheme.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Applicants > Asbestos compensation benefits

• Find a licensed asbestos removalist or assessor

  Use this list to find a licensed asbestos removalist or assessor

  Topics > Licensing permits and registration > Asbestos licensing

• Information sheet: Attendance at medical appointments (PDF, 210.3 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Explains the rights and obligations for people requested to attend a medical examination.

• Application for an asbestos assessor licence (PDF, 1.3 MB)

  Use this form to apply to Worksafe Tasmania to be a licensed asbestos assessor

• Medical and other expenses

  Explains the medical and other expenses payable under the Tasmanian asbestos compensation scheme; and eligibility for these.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Applicants > Asbestos compensation benefits

• Getting a residential asbestos survey (PDF, 354.7 KB)

  Aimed at home owners and renovators. Explains the importance of getting an asbestos survey before starting any renovation or building work.

• Code of Practice How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace.docx (DOCX, 575.1 KB)

  Provides practical guidance on how to manage risks associated with asbestos and asbestos-containing material, therefore reducing the incidence of asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer.

• How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace Code of Practice Dec 2018 (PDF, 969.7 KB)

  Provides practical guidance on how to manage risks associated with asbestos and asbestos-containing material, therefore reducing the incidence of asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer.

• Asbestos compensation laws and annual reports

  Lists Tasmanian asbestos compensation laws and Asbestos Compensation Commissioner annual reports.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Laws, reports and dispute resolution

• Notification of Asbestos Removal Work and Control Plan

  Files > Licensing permits and registration > Asbestos licensing

• Asbestos Fact vs Myth (PDF, 244.3 KB)

  Debunks myths surrounding asbestos, and presents facts.

• Common law damages

  Explains the requirement to notify the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner of common law action.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Applicants

• Your guide to managing safety in housing and construction (PDF, 2.7 MB)

  Aimed at small residential builders. Explains how to manage your legal work health and safety requirements in residential construction; develop a work health and safety management plan for your business; and develop safe work method statements (SWMS) for high risk construction work.

• How to safely remove asbestos: Code of practice

  Provides practical guidance on how to manage risks associated with asbestos removal.

  Topics > Laws and compliance > Codes of practice > codes of practice folder

• Construction template WHS Management Plan 2022.docx (DOCX, 236.0 KB)

  Aimed at the construction industry. Use this template to help you create your own work health and safety management plan.

• Compensation under other laws

  Explains the requirement to notify the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner of any compensation received under other laws.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Applicants

• Tasmania Asbestos Compensation Information (PDF, 336.1 KB)

  Summarises the asbestos compensation scheme and laws in Tasmania, who is entitled to compensation, making a claim and benefits.

• Form 9a: Initial medical certificate for asbestos related diseases compensation (PDF, 533.8 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Medical specialists are to use this form for workers with an asbestos-related disease.

• Form 9b: Ongoing medical certificate for asbestos related diseases compensation (PDF, 477.4 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Medical specialists are to use this form for workers with an asbestos-related disease.

• Visual clearance certificate (asbestos removal) (PDF, 461.7 KB)

  For licensed asbestos assessors or competent persons. Use this form when asbestos removal work is completed and a clearance inspection has been done.

• Review of Asbestos Compensation laws

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation

• Asbestos compensation disputes

  Explains what to do in asbestos compensation disputes and referral to the Asbestos Compensation Tribunal.

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation > Laws, reports and dispute resolution

• Be Asbestos Aware 2020 (PDF, 597.7 KB)

  Supporting national Asbestos Awareness week 2020. Explains where asbestos can be found in residential homes and the dangers of exposure to tradies and DIY home renovators.

• Workplace Issues magazine Spring 2022 (PDF, 3.0 MB)

• Form 1: Asbestos related diseases: claim for compensation (worker) (PDF, 1.7 MB)

  Aimed at workers. Use this form to make a claim for asbestos compensation.

• Form 7: Notice of receipt of compensation under other legislation (PDF, 306.7 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Use this form to notify the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner if you have applied for asbestos compensation, but receive compensation under another scheme.

• Form 2: Asbestos related diseases: claim for compensation (member of the family) (PDF, 1.3 MB)

  Aimed at family members of a deceased worker. Use this form to make a claim for asbestos compensation.

• Asbestos related diseases Medical panel guidance material (PDF, 1.5 MB)

  Information for medical panel members on Tasmania's asbestos compensation scheme, including medical questions, process and obligations.

• Terms of Reference Second Independent Review of the Asbestos Related Diseases (Occupational Exposure) Compensation Act 2011 (PDF, 121.9 KB)

  Terms of Reference - Second Independent Review of the Asbestos-Related Diseases (Occupational Exposure) Compensation Act 2011

• Form 4: Request to change bank account and/or personal details (PDF, 218.0 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Use this form to change your bank account or other personal details lodged with the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner

• Code of Practice How to safely remove asbestos.docx (DOCX, 2.6 MB)

  Provides practical guidance on how to manage risks associated with asbestos removal.

• How to Safely Remove Asbestos Code of Practice Oct 2018 (PDF, 3.0 MB)

  Provides practical guidance on how to manage risks associated with asbestos removal.

• Workplace Issues magazine Winter 2022 (PDF, 2.5 MB)

• WorkCover Tasmania Board Annual Report 2020 21 (PDF, 9.5 MB)

• Asbestos removal control plan template (PDF, 196.2 KB)

  For licensed asbestos removalists. Use this form to detail and record any licensed asbestos removal work you have been commissioned to do.

• Notification of the commencement of asbestos removal work.docx (DOCX, 62.1 KB)

  Use this form to notify WorkSafe Tasmania of the commencement of the removal of asbestos.

• Asbestos related diseases Medical practitioner guidance material (PDF, 1.6 MB)

  Provides information for non-specialist medical practitioners, medical specialists and accredited impairment assessors on Tasmania's asbestos compensation scheme.

• WorkCover Tasmania Board Annual Report 2021 22 (PDF, 5.8 MB)

• Form 8: Notice of common law action (PDF, 374.6 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Use this form to notify the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner of any common law damages you receive.

• Licensing fees

  Current fees for WorkSafe Tasmania licences and permits.

  Topics > Licensing permits and registration

• Form 3: Medical services claim form (PDF, 614.9 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Use this form to claim for the cost of medical treatment you have received.

• Form 13: Medical panel proforma: chair of panel (worker) (PDF, 310.0 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. For use by the chair of a medical panel for worker details.

• Form 5: Extension of time to lodge application (PDF, 311.4 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Use this form to apply to extend the time you have to lodge an application for compensation.

• Hazard management advice for bushfire affected areas

  Details typical hazards in bushfire-affected areas and how to manage them.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety alerts

• Form 10: Medical panel proforma: panel member (worker) (PDF, 305.8 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. For use by members of a medical panel for worker details.

• Asbestos compensation forms and guides

  Topics > Compensation > Asbestos compensation

• Asbestos Compensation Commissioner Annual Report 2019 20 (PDF, 952.3 KB)

• 2019 WorkSafe Month Webinars

  Watch 2019 WorkSafe Month webinars.

  Topics > Services and events > WorkSafe Month

• Form 16: Medical panel tax invoice (PDF, 238.4 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. To be used by medical panel members.

• Worker application process (Flow chart) (PDF, 288.0 KB)

  Shows the process for applying for asbestos compensation in flow chart form.

• Member of family of deceased worker application process (PDF, 200.9 KB)

  Shows the process for applying for asbestos compensation by a family member of a deceased person in flow chart form.

• Form 14: Medical panel proforma: chair of panel (member of the family) (PDF, 311.4 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. For use by the chair of a medical panel for family member details.

• Asbestos Compensation Commissioner Annual Report 2018 19 (PDF, 1.6 MB)

• Form 12: Medical panel proforma: panel member (medical and other expenses) (PDF, 239.6 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. For use by members of a medical panel for medical and other expenses details.

• Form 6: Funeral benefit claim form (PDF, 354.3 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. Use this form to apply for funeral benefits.

• Form 15: Medical panel proforma: chair of panel (medical and other expenses) (PDF, 239.8 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. For use by the chair of a medical panel for medical and other expenses details.

• Form 11: Medical panel proforma: panel member (member of the family) (PDF, 307.7 KB)

  For asbestos compensation. For use by members of a medical panel for family member details.

• Asbestos safety guides

  Worksafe's safety guides

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety forms and guides

• Catch up on past events

  Watch recordings of past Better Work Tasmania events, along with content on current work health, safety and wellbeing issues

  Topics > Services and events > Better Work Tasmania

• Levy Amounts Return Form.DOCX (DOCX, 32.1 KB)

• 2020 Industry Overview Statewide (PDF, 3.9 MB)

  Provides performance data, trends and areas of focus for WorkSafe across the whole state.

• Tasmanian Industry Overview Statewide poster 2021 (PDF, 4.1 MB)

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  Topics > Health and safety

• Roles, functions and powers of HSRs

  Explains the role, power and functions of health and safety representatives (HSRs).

  Topics > Health and safety > Managing safety > Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs)

• Guideline: Independent medical reviews (PDF, 347.2 KB)

  Aimed at doctors who conduct independent medical examinations (IMEs). Explains their role and responsibilities in this process.

• Acts and Regulations

  The laws that WorkSafe Tasmania administers.

  Topics > Laws and compliance

• Medical panel process (Flow chart) (PDF, 286.4 KB)

  Shows the process for a medical panel in flow chart form.

• Construction

  Construction industry hazards, injuries, resources and solutions

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety by industry

• Statewide snapshot 2020

  Provides performance data, trends and areas of focus for WorkSafe for the whole state.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety by industry > 2020 Industry snapshots web pages

• Statewide snapshot 2019

  Provides performance data, trends and areas of focus for WorkSafe for the whole state.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety by industry > 2019 Industry snapshots web pages

• WorkSafe Webinar Wednesday Submission Guidelines (PDF, 311.9 KB)

  Guidelines for submitting a proposal for Webinar Wednesday

• Statewide snapshot 2021

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety by industry > 2021 Industry snapshots web pages

• Construction snapshot 2021

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety by industry > 2021 Industry snapshots web pages

• Basic rate and basic salary indexation

  Provides the declared basic salary calculated in accordance with the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1998.

  Topics > Compensation > Workers compensation > Employers

• Construction Snapshot 2021 (PDF, 527.7 KB)

• WHS & Wellbeing solutions

  WHS solutions and stories from businesses and workers, on how they solved work health, safety and wellbeing challenges

  Topics > Services and events > Better Work Tasmania

• Current WorkCover Board members

  About us > About the WorkCover Tasmania Board

• Statewide snapshot 2018

  Provides performance data, trends and areas of focus for WorkSafe for the whole state.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety by industry > 2018 Industry snapshots web pages

• Bushfires

  The health and safety risks that may be present when returning to bushfire-affected areas and how to manage them.

  Topics > Health and safety > Hazards and solutions A-Z > Hazards and solutions A-Z pages > B

• Emergency planning

  Explain how to plan and prepare for an emergency in or near your workplace.

  Topics > Health and safety > Managing safety > Getting your safety systems right

• Safe work method statements (SWMS)

  Explains what safe work method statements (SWMS) are, when they are required, and how to create one.

  Topics > Health and safety > Safety by industry > Construction

• Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace code of practice July 2022.docx (DOCX, 2.2 MB)

  Provides practical guidance on how to manage risks associated with plant, including managing, installing and commissioning plant.

• Work Health and Safety Consultation, Cooperation and Coordination Code of Practice July 2022.docx (DOCX, 134.6 KB)

  Provides practical guidance on how to consult, cooperate and coordinate activities with duty holders to manage risks.

• Suggested premium rates 2022 23 full report (PDF, 7.7 MB)

  This actuary's report provides explanation on the development of suggested workers compensation insurance premium rates for 2022-23

• Corporate publications

  Find annual reports for WorkSafe, the WorkCover Tasmania Board and the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner; our current Strategic Plan; and past corporate reports.

  Topics > Forms and publications

• Fumes, vapours and dusts

  The health and safety risks of airborne contaminants and how to manage them

  Topics > Health and safety > Hazards and solutions A-Z > Hazards and solutions A-Z pages > F

• 2020 Industry Overview Construction (PDF, 266.1 KB)

  Provides performance data, trends and areas of focus for WorkSafe across the Construction industry