White Card WHS Legislation and Duties

Question 1

Under the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act, what is the main duty of a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU)?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the health and safety of workers so far as is reasonably practicable

Answer

A PCBU has the primary duty of care to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of workers and others affected by the work.

Question 2

What does the White Card (CPCWHS1001) certify that you have completed?

Accepted Answer

General construction induction training

Answer

The White Card shows you have completed the nationally recognised general construction induction training unit CPCWHS1001.

Question 3

Which body regulates work health and safety in most Australian states and territories?

Accepted Answer

The state or territory WHS regulator (e.g. SafeWork)

Answer

Each state and territory has a WHS regulator, such as SafeWork NSW, WorkSafe Victoria or Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, that enforces the legislation.

Question 4

What is a worker's duty under WHS law while at work?

Accepted Answer

To take reasonable care for their own and others' safety and follow reasonable instructions

Answer

Workers must take reasonable care for their own safety, not put others at risk, and comply with reasonable WHS instructions and policies.

Question 5

Before any high risk construction work starts, what document must be prepared?

Accepted Answer

A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

Answer

A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) must be prepared for high risk construction work and kept on site for the duration of that work.

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White Card WHS Legislation and Duties