The code will not only ensure consistent safety measures through legislation but will see construction companies enjoy the economic and administrative benefits that come through the efficiency such a code implements.
One of the great things about this code is that it will help companies and people who work with these concrete elements to be able to identify appropriate hazards, risks and control measures. These measures will reduce work place accidents which will also be a major bonus for companies not only in the obvious way but also because less injury time and work site closures inevitably saves money.
The article:
The National Code of Practice for Precast, Tilt-up and Concrete Elements in Building Construction was declared by the Australian Safety and Compensation Council (ASCC) at the end of February 2008.
The code aims to encourage a nationally consistent approach to legislation and guidance material, to prevent fatalities and injuries among those who work with and around tilt-up and precast concrete elements...
To read the full article click on the link below:http://www.safetysolutions.net.au/news/3148-Tilt-up-national-code-declared
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