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Workplace health and safety authorities in Queensland and Victoria have released safety alerts around the electrical risks for insulation installers.
Recent fatalities in both states have highlighted the importance of insulation installers being aware of the risks when installing insulation and working near electrical equipment in ceilings.
In Queensland, effective from 1 November 2009, all Queensland insulation installers, whether or not operating under the Australian Government's Home Insulation Scheme, will be required to take additional electrical safety measures as provided in the Electrical Safety (Installation of Ceiling Insulation) Notice 2009, to protect themselves and Queensland householders. Non-compliance is a breach of electrical safety obligations-significant penalties apply.
To view the Queensland safety alert visit www.deir.qld.gov.au/workplace/publications/alerts/insulation_install/index.htm
To view the Electrical Safety (Installation of Ceiling Insulation) Notice 2009 visit www.legislation.qld.gov.au/LEGISLTN/SLS/2009/09SL242.pdf
The Victorian alert provides installers with guidance on how to identify and control hazards when working in a ceiling.
To view the Victorian safety alert visit www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/WorkSafe/Home/Forms+and+Publications/Alerts/Alert+-+Electrical+risks+to+insulation+installers
This page was generated on 11 December, 2009
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