SafeWork NSW is seeking feedback on a draft formwork code of practice developed to provide practical guidance for workers and businesses when working with concrete formwork and falsework.
Executive Director of SafeWork NSW, Tony Williams said the updated Code, which has been supported by industry, provides information on how to manage risks in the high-risk industry and provides a framework outlining best practice for businesses.
“More than 6,000 people work in the concrete construction services industry, where formwork tradesmen and other structural trade workers are twice as likely to have a serious injury, so it is vital that businesses are applying consistent safety standards across NSW worksites,” Mr Williams said.
“The nature of formwork construction puts workers in high-risk situations, such as being exposed to the risk of falls from heights, being struck by falling objects and muscular stress.”
He said the draft code aimed to provide practical guidance on incident prevention measures and ongoing risk assessments that workplaces should adopt in order to reduce risks.
Mr Williams said SafeWork NSW encouraged all industry members and individuals interested in the duties of workers under work health and safety regulation to contribute to the consultation process and submit feedback on the draft by 17 September.
The 56-page Draft Code can be accessed at this PS News link.
