The obligation
PCBUs must identify and manage risks from hazardous manual tasks such as lashing/unlashing, fitting twist locks, and overhead work to prevent strains, sprains and injuries.
The Code requires PCBUs to assess and control hazardous manual task risks in stevedoring, including lashing and unlashing containers, fitting or removing twist locks, and working above shoulder height. Controls must be selected using the hierarchy of controls under the WHS Regulation 2017. Failure to comply can result in regulatory action under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW).
- What
- PCBUs must identify and manage risks from hazardous manual tasks such as lashing/unlashing, fitting twist locks, and overhead work to prevent strains, sprains and injuries.
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- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Hazardous Manual Tasks in Stevedoring Operations is a WHS requirement set out in Managing risks in stevedoring (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is Managing risks in stevedoring > Hazard Management > Hazardous Manual Tasks § Table 2.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Hazardous Manual Tasks in Stevedoring Operations is a WHS obligation under Managing risks in stevedoring (NSW). In short, PCBUs must identify and manage risks from hazardous manual tasks such as lashing/unlashing, fitting twist locks, and overhead work to prevent strains, sprains and injuries.
What changed recently?
Hazardous Manual Tasks in Stevedoring Operations was last updated on 3 September 2026.
