Issue Resolution Procedures. As soon as possible after any occupational health and safety issue has been reported, the Enterprise’s or management representative and elected safety representative must meet to try resolve the issue. The resolution of the issue must take into account those of the following factors that are relevant: • Whether the hazard or risk can be isolated • The number and location of employees affected • Whether appropriate temporary measures are possible or desirable • Whether environmental monitoring is desirable • The time that may elapse before the hazard or risk is permanently corrected • Who is responsible for performing work and overseeing the removal of the hazard or risk As soon as possible after the resolution of an issue, details of the agreement must be brought to the attention of affected employees in an appropriate manner. Should the matter not be resolved, the issue will be dealt with in line with Clause 19 & 20 of the VBIA “Safety Disputes Resolution Procedure.” The parties agree that the Worksafe Australia Guidance Notes on Material Safety Data Sheets will be observed at all times.
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Samples: Certification of Agreement, Certification of Agreement, Certification of Agreement
