In order to understand the workplace health and safety requirements for foundry, and your obligations under the law you must consider and understand relevant legislation and codes of practice.
What law applies
Legal obligations, legislation, codes of practice, guides
What is foundry work?
Types of foundries and foundry processes
Foundry health hazards and solutions
Heat, hazardous substances, dangerous goods, airborne contaminants, manual tasks, noise and vibration, molten metal, plant and machinery, and electricity
Last updated July 10, 2008
Noise as a major issue in foundries
For more information contact:
Queensland Government
Workplace health and safety infoline 1300 369 915