Guides

Preventing injuries in poultry processing

With the rate of time-lost compensation claims in poultry processing nearly double the Queensland average, research into injury prevention in the industry was recently undertaken. In a collaboration between Workplace Health and Safety Queensland and the University of Queensland (UQ), research was conducted into identifying the benefits of an integrated, systems-based approach to injury prevention, early intervention, and how employers can enhance safety and productivity in the poultry processing industry.

D2 Information Paper – Requirements to supervise demolition work

This information paper states the competencies a person must have to be regarded as competent to supervise demolition work.

Starting a business

How to set up your business so you comply with Queensland’s health and safety laws.

D1 Information paper - Approved criteria for a certificate to carry out demolition work

This information paper states the criteria an applicant must satisfy before applying for a licence to carry out demolition work.

Getting back to work

The steps involved in starting your recovery and getting you back to work.

Asbestos assessors

A regularly updated list of asbestos assessors.

If an injury or illness occurs

The steps to take—from making sure people are safe to reporting injuries and making a claim.

Demolition licence holders

A current list of liscence holders

Declaring wages for labour hire companies

As a labour hire company, your premium is calculated based on the wages information you supply. You'll need to identify the business activities for your clients to accurately declare your wages.

Guide to health and safety laws

An overview of the laws, how they fit together and what they require of employers and workers.

Asbestos B class licence holders

An up to date list

Safe work method statements

A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) documents a process for identifying and controlling health and safety hazards and risks. PCBU must prepare a safe work method statement prior to commencing any high risk construction work.