298Security of workplace

298 Security of workplace

(1)  A person with management or control of a workplace at which construction work is carried out must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that the workplace is secured from unauthorised access.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) an individual, a fine not exceeding $3 600; or

(b) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding $18 000.

(2)  In complying with subregulation (1) , the person must have regard to all relevant matters, including –

(a) risks to health and safety arising from unauthorised access to the workplace; and

(b) the likelihood of unauthorised access occurring; and

| Example | | The proximity of the workplace to places frequented by children, including schools, parks and shopping precincts. |

(c) to the extent that unauthorised access to the workplace cannot be prevented, how to isolate hazards within the workplace.