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Approved criteria for a certificate to perform the prescribed activity of demolition work (Information Paper D1)

 

This information paper states the criteria an applicant must satisfy before applying for a certificate to perform the prescribed activity of demolition work1.

 

Types of certificates

Criteria for obtaining a certificate to perform the prescribed activity of demolition work

Types of certificates

There are two types of certificates relating to demolition work.

DM1 – This is an unrestricted certificate and authorises the demolition of any type of building or structure.

DM2 – This certificate is restricted and authorises the demolition of buildings or structures not more than 2 storeys or a maximum height of 10 metres.

These certificates are held by the business undertaking the demolition work. The holder of either of these certificates must ensure demolition work is directly supervised by a competent person.

Criteria for obtaining a certificate to perform the prescribed activity of demolition work

Criterion 1 – Insurance

The applicant must provide proof of holding:

Criterion 2 – Competent person for direct supervision

The applicant must demonstrate there will be a competent person with the knowledge and experience of safe working methods and practices appropriate for the prescribed activity of demolition work. For more information about this, refer to Information Paper D2 –Requirements to supervise demolition work.

Criterion 3 – General workplace health and safety policies and procedures

The applicant must demonstrate there are effective management systems in place to ensure that the demolition work is performed safely and without risk to any person, including workers and the general public.

The applicant’s workplace health and safety systems will be assessed on the following elements:

a) Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Policy:
There must be a written WHS policy statement that:

Note: There should be adequate consultation with workers and, where they exist, with Workplace Health and Safety Officers, Representatives and Committees, in the development of the policy.

b) WHS information
There must be personnel with knowledge of current workplace health and safety legislative and operational requirements, including:

Legislation:

Operational:

c) Training and supervision

(i) Training of workers:

There must be written evidence that processes are in place for:

(ii) Supervision of work:

There must be written evidence that processes are in place to ensure the demolition work is directly supervised by a competent person at all times. This will include a list of the ‘competent person/s’ and how they meet the competencies stated in Information Paper D2 - Requirements to supervise demolition work. The arrangements for ensuring that the work is supervised (direct supervision is at least on site) by a competent person must be reflected in the work method statement.

d) Reporting and investigation of incidents/accidents

There must be written evidence that a system is in place to make sure required records (incident record/report) are maintained and investigations are undertaken. Workers are to be trained about the system and how to use it.

e) Emergency planning

There must be written evidence that an emergency response plan relevant to the site or project is in place, including arrangements for evacuation. This plan must take account of all persons on the site, including contractors.

f) Suppliers, sub-contractors and purchasing controls

There must be written evidence that the applicant’s management is aware of all its legislative obligations about contractors and suppliers under the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995 and Regulations. Contractors and suppliers should conform to the applicant’s workplace health and safety standards and procedures.

Criterion 4 – Demolition policies and procedures

The applicant must demonstrate that there are effective operational practices in place to ensure that demolition work is performed safely and without risk to any person including workers and the general public.

The applicant’s practices will be reviewed based on:

a) Work method statements

There must be written evidence that a process has been developed for preparing effective work method statements for each project. In preparing work method statements, consideration must be given to AS 2601 – The Demolition of Structures.

There must be written evidence of the ability to systematically:

Part 20 of the Workplace Health and Safety Regulation 2008 specifies requirements in relation to work method statements.

Demolition Removal Plan

A demolition removal plan should be developed which includes as a minimum the following project information:

Criterion 5 – Compliance

The applicant must demonstrate that issues relating to the following have been resolved or rectified:

This criterion can be met by the person who holds the business name or director of the company making a statutory declaration. The statutory declaration must be submitted as part of the application process.

How applicant may demonstrate criteria have been met

Applicants must be assessed by an authorised accredited provider. Fees charged for this service are determined by the accredited provider.

A list of accredited providers can be found at http://www.deir.qld.gov.au/workplace/training/training/activities/demolition/rto/index.htm

1The prescribed activity of 'demolition work' is defined in schedule 1 of the Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995. This legislation can be viewed at www.legislation.qld.gov.au.