Information, training and instruction for workers
76 Information, training and instruction for workers
(1) A person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure that relevant workers are provided with suitable and adequate information, training and instruction in relation to the following:
the nature of all hazards relating to a confined space;
(b) the need for, and the appropriate use of, control measures to control risks to health and safety associated with those hazards;
(c) the selection, fit, use, wearing, testing, storage and maintenance of any personal protective equipment;
(d) the contents of any confined space entry permit that may be issued in relation to work carried out by the worker in a confined space;
emergency procedures.
Maximum penalty:
in the case of an individual – $6 000.
in the case of a body corporate – $30 000.
Note for subregulation (1)
Strict liability applies to each physical element of this offence. See section 12B of the Act.
(2) The person must ensure that a record of all training provided to a worker under this regulation is kept for 2 years.
Maximum penalty:
in the case of an individual – $1 250.
in the case of a body corporate – $6 000.
Note for subregulation (2)
Strict liability applies to each physical element of this offence. See section 12B of the Act.
In subregulation (1):
relevant worker means:
(a) a worker who, in carrying out work for the business or undertaking, could:
enter or work in a confined space; or
(ii) carry out any function in relation to work in a confined space or the emergency procedures established under regulation 74, but who is not required to enter the space; or
any person supervising a worker referred to in paragraph (a).
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