Safety fundamentals

Safety isn’t just a priority, it’s the foundation of every successful construction project. In Queensland, compliance with WorkSafe Queensland regulations ensures that builders and tradies operate in a secure environment, reducing risks and protecting lives.

Key safety practices for builders & tradies

• Regular site inspections. Conduct thorough site shutdown safety inspections and new year site inspections to identify hazards early.
• Company quarterly toolbox meetings. Keep teams informed with company specific workplace health and safety (WHS) policy reviews to reinforce best practices.
• Site toolbox/safety meetings conducted monthly. Keep workers informed of project specific hazards/risks and controls.
• Safety equipment registers. Maintain an up-to-date personal protective equipment (PPE) register, test and tag register, and hazardous chemical register to ensure compliance.
• Fit testing & health monitoring. Conduct audiometric testing for new workers within three months and psychosocial risk assessments to safeguard worker well-being.
• Training & compliance. Schedule first aid training (every three years) and CPR training (annually) while keeping the licence and training register updated.
• Workplace inspections. Perform office/workshop inspections, fire extinguisher inspections, and harness & synthetic sling inspections to maintain a safe working environment.
• Preventing harassment & discrimination. Implement a sexual harassment and gender-based harassment prevention plan to foster a respectful workplace.

Stay compliant, stay safe

By integrating these safety fundamentals into your daily operations, you

• Comply with WorkSafe Queensland regulations, and
  
• Create a culture of safety that benefits everyone on-site.
  

We've developed an On-site Safety Calendar & Checklist so you can be across activities you you should be undertaking, including: 

• Monthly
• Quarterly, and
• Annual.
  

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