IPWEA will launch a series of workshops designed to help fleet managers and workshop supervisors provide a safe work environment for maintenance staff.
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one-day Plant and Vehicle Workshop series will coincide with the publication of the IPWEA Plant and Vehicle Maintenance Safe Practice Guide, on which the course is based.
Practice note author Robert Wilson, who will present at the workshops, said course attendees will walk away with an overview of the compliance issues they face in their day to day maintenance activities and most importantly practical tools to address these issues.
“We realize that health and safety is a significant issue in all workplaces and public works is no different,” he said. “These organisations want to do the right thing and send their employees home safely so this guide is aimed at helping them achieve that.”
The course was developed after the Systems Plus Panel identified workshop safety as an area of concern for IPWEA members. IPWEA has worked with practicing fleet managers on the Systems Plus Panel and independent consultant Plant Assessor, to develop the practice note and workshop.
Both will provide attendees with the tools required to identify hazards and risks in their workshop and outline potential ways to control the risk.
“The practice note has been prepared in response to member requirements. There’s been input from industry and members to make it practical and real,” said Wilson.
The Practice Note will be published in November to coincide with the first of nine workshops, starting in NSW on 10 November and ending in WA on 28 November.
Find out more about the course and register to attend here.