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Managing risks in stevedoring

Made under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA)
The Western Australia Code of Practice: Managing Risks in Stevedoring provides practical guidance for PCBUs and other duty holders on managing health and safety risks in stevedoring operations — including loading/unloadi...
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Confined spaces and restricted/enclosed areas

Jul 2026
PCBUs must apply confined space controls when workers enter ship holds or work between cargo, managing crush, respiratory, and fatality risk...
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Hazard identification and risk management obligations

Jul 2026
PCBUs must identify, assess and control stevedoring hazards including manual tasks, working at height, falling objects, plant/equipment, ele...
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Hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods in stevedoring

Jul 2026
PCBUs must manage exposure risks when loading/unloading hazardous cargo and from fumigant chemicals in ship holds, addressing potential resp...
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1 citation

Plant and mobile equipment safety requirements

Jul 2026
PCBUs must manage risks from mobile plant (straddle carriers, RTGs, forklifts, reach stackers, ITVs) and damaged/poorly maintained equipment...
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1 citation

Working at height in stevedoring operations

Jul 2026
PCBUs must manage fall risks when workers access cargo, work near open hatches, or climb ladders on vessels and wharves. Falls are a leading...
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