SafeWork NSW and its partners are working together to help your industry.

Here are some of the reasons why:

For details of what SafeWork and is partners plan to do, check out the House construction industry action plan 2014-15. We'll be in touch as things progress but, in the meantime, see below for things you can do now to look after yourself, your workers and your business.

Key issues and quick tips

Falls through voids

• Plan ahead and install a void cover as soon as it is needed
• If you can’t, consider installing temporary stairs, barriers or fencing, or use a working platform

Unsafe movement of people and materials

• Before booking deliveries, decide where you’ll store materials and how you’ll move them safely
• Keep walkways clear

Sun exposure

• Plan to work indoors or in shaded areas in the middle of the day when UV levels are high
• Have broad spectrum SPF 30+ non-greasy sunscreen available on-site and encourage the use of sun-protective clothing

Delayed recovery and return to work

• The best place to recover from a work related injury or illness is at work
• Take advantage of the products and programs available to support recovery at work – eg financial incentives for micro employers