High risk construction work—safe work method statements
312 High risk construction work—safe work method statements
The principal contractor for a construction project must take all reasonable steps to obtain a copy of the safe work method statement relating to high risk construction work before the high risk construction work commences.
Maximum penalty: tier G monetary penalty.
Note 1 Strict liability applies to each physical element of each offence under this regulation, unless otherwise stated (see s 6A).
Note 2 The WHS management plan contains arrangements for co‑operation between persons conducting a business or undertaking at the construction project workplace, including in relation to the preparation of safe work method statements (see s 309 (2) (b) and (e)).
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