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Construction work: Code of practice

Effective in Tasmania on and from 1 Aug 2018

The code of practice for Construction work:

  • provides practical guidance to principal contractors and other person conducting a business or undertaking who carry out construction work on how to manage health and safety risks associated with construction work; and how to achieve the standards required under the work health and safety laws
  • applies to all workplaces where construction work is carried out and anyone involved in these activities
  • includes extra guidance for businesses in the housing construction sector
  • explains safe work method statements and work health and safety management plans for construction projects
  • includes templates/samples
  • covers information, training, instruction and supervision.
Updated: 23rd August 2023