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Guidance books

These publications are produced to offer guidance in workplace health and safety for workers, employers and industries.

Did you know we have a CD with a large number of our publications on it? So to order one please call the Helpline or order one using the online request form and quoting CD001. You can see which ones are on the CD by noting the format in the right column in this listing.

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A guide for the election of employees' safety representatives

Outlines the process workplaces must follow to elect an employees’ safety representative under the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995. Includes forms needed for the election.

Pub no: GB139
Size: 871.1 kb, 13 pages
Format: CD Rom; Guidance booklet
Date: Mar 2007
A guide to First Aid in the workplace

Provides practical guidance (including checklists) for choosing the most appropriate first aid facilities and services. Explains options for first aid kits, rooms and centres, training and first aider staff.

Pub no: GB119
Size: 2.5 mb, 20 pages
Format: CD Rom; Guidance booklet
Date: Oct 2007
A guide to the workplace health and safety legislation

Provides an overview of the workplace health and safety legislation in Tasmania. Explains the rights and responsibilities of different people in the workplace, as well as WorkCover Tasmania and Workplace Standards Tasmania.

Pub no: GB133
Size: 1.2 mb, 20 pages
Format: CD Rom; Legislation guide; Internet only
Date: Mar 2008

Image of publication GB112 - Guide to Workers Compensation in Tasmania
A guide to workers compensation in Tasmania

Explains the workers compensation system and legislation in Tasmania. Includes a sample return to work plan, glossary of terms, and a list of organisations involved in the workers compensation system.

Pub no: GB112
Size: 889.0 kb, 36 pages
Format: CD Rom; Legislation guide
Date: Aug 2008

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A Guide to Working Safely Near Overhead Power Lines

Provides practical guidance for safely operating mobile equipment near overhead power lines and conductor. Includes information about safety observers, separation distances, and what to do if you contact with power lines.

Pub no: GB137
Size: 379.2 kb, 20 pages
Format: CD Rom; Guidance booklet; Internet only
Date: July 2009
Advisory Service

Explains how the Advisory Service can help workplaces manage workplace health and safety.

Pub no: GB196
Size: 823.6 kb, 2 pages
Format: Guidance booklet
Date: May 2009
Asbestos in your home

Explains what asbestos is, where it might be found in homes, and the need to engage professionals to safely remove and dispose of asbestos.

Pub no: GB149
Size: 93.3 kb, 2 pages
Format: CD Rom; Fact sheet
Date: Nov 2004

A B C E F G H L M O P R S T W [Other]
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