Graduated Licensing System Flashcards

How should Graduated Licensing System equipment be inspected and maintained?

Answer: Per manufacturer specifications and relevant Australian Standards, with documented inspection and maintenance records

Equipment must be inspected and maintained according to specifications and standards, with all records documented.

What supervisory requirements exist for Graduated Licensing System activities?

Answer: Adequate supervision by competent persons, proportionate to the level of risk

The level of supervision must be proportionate to the risk level, with competent supervisors overseeing the work.

What is the purpose of monitoring and reviewing Graduated Licensing System controls?

Answer: To verify controls remain effective, identify new hazards, and drive continuous improvement

Monitoring and review ensures controls continue to work as intended and identifies any emerging hazards or improvement opportunities.

Under Australian law, what rights do workers have regarding Graduated Licensing System safety?

Answer: Rights to information, training, consultation, representation through HSRs, and to cease unsafe work

Workers have specific legal rights under WHS legislation including information, training, consultation, representation, and refusal of unsafe work.

What is a Code of Practice relevant to Graduated Licensing System?

Answer: A practical guide approved under WHS legislation that can be used as evidence of what is reasonably practicable

Codes of Practice provide practical guidance with legal significance — they can be cited as evidence of what is known and reasonably practicable.

How should Graduated Licensing System hazards be communicated to workers?

Answer: Through inductions, toolbox talks, signage, labels, SDSs, and written procedures before exposure

Hazard communication must use multiple channels and occur before workers are exposed to the hazards.