How to comply

There are several solutions for controlling risk when using plant.

But it is not enough to simply eliminate the obvious risks – by law employers are responsible for controlling all potential risks in their workplace.

Where solutions are not obvious, employers should use a process to help them determine the most effective control measures for the plant risks they find in their workplace.

WorkSafe has a range of guidance materials to advise on the  required processes and actions that duty-holders must take in order to meet their legal obligations. Compliance Codes, Health and safety solutions,  Alerts and Guidance Notes each provide detailed advice for duty holders seeking to comply with the OHS regulations and the Act.

Types of plant

Specific Guidance Notes and Alerts are available for the types of plant that are commonly involved in incidents, such as forklifts, tractors, scaffolding, cranes and various kinds of installed machinery. Click on the Information Map for all guidance relevant to plant and machinery.