Hot Weather Guidelines. For the purposes of site based discussions regarding the need to plan and perform work during expected periods of hot weather, the following issues shall be considered in conjunction with proper consideration of Occupational Health and Safety issues.
Hot Weather Guidelines. 14.1 Under this Agreement when air temperature reaches:
(a) 35°C; or
(b) 29°C and 75% humidity or more after three hours from commencement of each trades shift in southeast Queensland, it shall constitute inclement weather (Extreme Hot Weather).
14.2 This definition will be subject to review in other regions. This clause 14 must be incorporated in the Employer’s OHS Procedures for all applicable Projects.
14.3 Before finishing work, Employees must be alerted to possible Extreme Hot Weather forecasted for the following day by the PCBU, Site manager, and HSRs. This will allow preparation for works to be modified to reduce this category of heat exposure in accordance with clause 14.1. For forecasting, planning and guidance the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) shall be used for weather observations. Monitoring heat on the day will be done with a calibrated wet bulb thermometer.
14.4 When Extreme Hot Weather is forecasted for the following day, the Employer’s Site Manager, WHS Committee and WHS Representatives will consult and determine what actions are to be taken to reduce exposure and modify the program and/or workload prior to the Extreme Hot Weather, which may include:
(a) rescheduling work so that certain tasks are performed during the cooler part of the day, or on another day
(b) reducing the time spent doing hot tasks (for example, by job rotation)
(c) arranging for more workers to do the job
(d) providing extra rest breaks in a cool area
(e) providing cool drinking water and ice (machines) near the work site
(f) increasing air movement by fans or coolers
(g) installing shade cloth to reduce radiant heat from the sun
(h) consideration must be given to working an eight-hour day.
14.5 Once the temperature reaches extreme levels, as defined in clause 14.1 the following process will be followed:
(a) Where the temperature reaches 35°C, there will be an orderly cessation of work and preparations for safe completions of critical tasks currently under way and/or applicable modifications to the program and workload as described in clause 14.4.
(b) where the temperature is 29°C and 75% humidity or more after three hours from the commencement of a shift, there will be an orderly cessation of work and preparations for safe completions of critical tasks currently under way and/or applicable modifications to the program and/or workload as described in clause 14.4.
14.6 If there are areas of the workplace that are below any Extreme Hot Weather, work shall continue as norma...
Hot Weather Guidelines. 33.9.1 Under this Agreement, temperature of or above 35°C shall be defined as constituting ‘inclement weather’ for work in the Greater Melbourne area. This definition will be subject to review in other regions.
33.9.2 When it is expected that the temperature will be 35°C or more, or when the temperature approaches 35°C, the parties on site shall confer regarding the performance of work.
33.9.3 As part of a process leading to improvements, it is recognised that hot weather procedures including relocation, must be part of a formal OH&S procedures developed, adopted and managed on a project basis having regard to the different conditions that may prevail on projects in various locations.
Hot Weather Guidelines. For the purposes of site based discussions regarding the need to plan and perform work during expected periods of hot weather, the following issues shall be considered in conjunction with proper consideration of Occupational Health and Safety issues. 24.10.1 Definition Under this Agreement, temperatures of or above 35 degrees C shall be defined as constituting ‘inclement weather’ for work in the greater Melbourne area. This definition will be subject to review in other regions.
Hot Weather Guidelines. (a) Under this Agreement, temperature of or above 37.5°C will be defined as constituting ‘inclement weather’ for work in the Perth Metropolitan Area. This definition will be subject to review by the Parties in other regions.
(b) When it is expected that the temperature will be 37.5°C or more, or when the temperature approaches 37.5°C, the Parties on site will confer with the on-site safety committee (however described) and the Union Delegate regarding the performance of work.
(c) As part of a process leading to improvements, it is recognised that hot weather procedures including relocation, must be part of a formal work health and safety procedure developed, adopted and managed on a Project basis having regard to the different conditions that may prevail on Projects in various locations.
Hot Weather Guidelines. 33.9.1 Under this Agreement, temperature of or above 35°C shall be defined as constituting ‘inclement weather’ for work in the Greater Melbourne area. This definition will be subject to review in other regions.
33.9.2 When it is expected that the temperature will be 35°C or more, or when the temperature approaches 35°C, the parties on site shall confer regarding the performance of work.
33.9.3 As part of a process leading to improvements, it is recognised that hot weather procedures including relocation, must be part of a formal OH&S procedures developed, adopted and managed on a project basis having regard to the different conditions that may prevail on projects in various locations.
33.9.4 The current industry practice whereby all employees on site working in direct sunlight were relocated to shaded or air-conditioned areas when the temperature reached 32°C, will no longer operate.
33.9.5 At temperatures below 35°C workers are not to be relocated out of direct sunlight unless the work environment creates a serious risk to their health and safety, having regard to the nature of the tasks being undertaken, provided that the task or activity being performed is completed and the penalty provisions as for emergency work under the Award shall apply.
33.9.6 Once the temperature reaches 35°C work will cease, and workers may leave the site, provided that the task or activity being performed is completed and the penalty provisions as for emergency work under the Award shall apply.
33.9.7 During periods of hot weather, work in air conditioned environments shall continue as normal. Workers will walk a reasonable distance through the open to and from amenities and the air-conditioned work space, provided it does not pose a serious threat to their health or safety.
33.9.8 By agreement with the OH&S committee and head contractor during periods of inclement weather (heat) the Saturday break roster can be applied to weekday work.
33.9.9 It is expressly agreed that, other than as provided for in 33.9.5, work shall not cease at any temperature below 35°C, and any stoppage of work prior to 35°C shall be a breach of this Agreement, rendering the employees ineligible for any payment which may otherwise accrue.
Hot Weather Guidelines. For the purposes of site-based discussions regarding the need to plan and perform work during expected periods of hot weather, the following issues will be considered in conjunction with proper consideration of Occupational Health and Safety issues.
9.1 Definition
9.2 During periods of hot weather, work in air-conditioned environments will continue, subject to amenities being located adjacent to or within a reasonable distance from the workface. It is recognised that during periods of hot weather, some tasks/workers may be relocated prior to 35 degrees C due to OH&S considerations but other tasks may continue up until 35 degrees C.
Hot Weather Guidelines. 13.1 Under this Agreement when air temperature reaches (a) 35°C; or
Hot Weather Guidelines. The Employer will comply with all on-site workplace health and safety requirements, directions, guidelines and instructions (which may, for example, involve hot weather guidelines), including those set by the Employer, the Principal Contractor, the PCBU (‘Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking’), and any other party in control of the site. KEY CONCEPTS AND TERMS
Hot Weather Guidelines. 27.8.1 Under this Agreement, temperature of or above 37.5°C shall be defined as constituting `inclement weather' for work in the Perth Metropolitan area. This definition will be subject to review in other regions.
27.8.2 When it is expected that the temperature will be 37.5°C or more, or when the temperature approaches 37.5°C, the parties on site shall confer regarding the performance of work.
27.8.3 As part of a process leading to improvements, it is recognised that hot weather procedures including relocation, must be part of a formal OH&S procedure developed, adopted and managed on a project basis having regard to the different conditions that may prevail on projects in various locations.
27.8.4 Once the temperature reaches 37.5°C work will cease, and workers may leave the site, provided that the task or activity being performed is completed and the penalty provisions as for emergency work under the Award shall apply.
27.8.5 During periods of hot weather, work in air conditioned environments shall continue as normal. Workers will walk a reasonable distance through the open to and from amenities and the air-conditioned work space, provided it does not pose a serious threat to their health or safety. Temperature Measurement
27.8.6 Temperature will be measured by the nearest automatic Perth Bureau of Meteorology Monitoring Station. At the commencement of each project, the onsite management and employee representatives shall agree which is to be the applicable automatic weather monitoring station or shall determine an alternative method of temperature measurement.
27.8.7 Shift Workers All shift workers (i.e. workers whose shift commences at or after the end of the ordinary day work hours) presenting for work when the temperature is at or over 37.5°C will remain on site in air conditioned amenities for a minimum two hours, holding themselves available to commence work should the temperature fall below 37.5°C.
