Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012
Div 6Remote or isolated work
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Division 6—Remote or isolated work 48—Remote or isolated work (1) A person conducting a business or undertaking must manage risks to the health and safety of a worker associated with remote or isolated work in accordance with Chapter 3 Part 1. (2) In minimising risks to the health and safety of a worker associated with remote or isolated work, a person conducting a business or undertaking must provide a system of work that includes effective communication with the worker. assistance includes rescue, medical assistance and the attendance of emergency service workers; remote or isolated work, in relation to a worker, means work that is isolated from the assistance of other persons because of location, time or the nature of the work.