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OHS and Strata Title Bodies Corporate

OHS and Strata Title Bodies Corporate Safe Work Australia has released a very useful Q&A to address yet another harmonisation misconception and grey area in relation to how body corporates and strata titled properties are affected by the new national WHS laws. The FAQ emphasise that the harmonised laws do not apply to strata title [...]

Apartment Building Safety Checklists

Balconies and Balustrades

Our 50 page Hotel and Resort checklist covers every aspect of the risks involved in these operations. With a few modifications, anyone who manages an apartment building, body corporate or residential strata building could also use this. If you would like the Word Version so you can modify it yourself then you can EMAIL us [...]

Schoolies face Gold Coast balcony ban

Balconies and Balustrades

Having nearly been hit by a watermelon thrown of a balcony a few years ago and been involved in a number of insurance claims involving stuff thrown off balconies and a fatal fall over an inadequate balustrade I would fully support this initiative: Schoolies could be banned from hotel and high-rise apartment balconies on the Gold [...]

New Premises Standards

The Australian Government Attorney Generals Department has issued New Premises Standards which come into effect on 1 May 2011 and will apply to buildings where building approval is lodged on or after that date. The Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010 (Premises Standards) set performance requirements and provide references to technical specifications to ensure [...]

BCA Requirements for Balustrades and Handrails

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Great article from the Australian Timber Database about the bca requirements for timber balustrades and handrails. They state that: For all buildings, handrails and balustrades are required to comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA). The BCA is primarily concerned with the safety of building users and occupants. Design and construction must therefore take [...]

New Swimming Pool Safety Legislation Changes

Australian Standards

Information provided by Qld Department if Infrastructure and Planning – here Residential swimming pools should be safe places for families to relax and have fun. Tragically, young children drown in Queensland swimming pools every year and many more suffer serious injuries as a result of near-drowning incidents. Many of these incidents could be prevented by [...]

Pool Safety Inspector Courses

All persons undertaking pool inspections as per the new Qld pool regulations must undertake an approved 4 day course. More details HERE and Here: New Swimming Pool Safety Legislation Changes The courses are provided by AssentTECS. The Company was established in 1996 to fill a void in the marketplace for qualified, experienced education consultants, particularly [...]

New QLD Swimming Pool Regulations

Australian Standards

The Queensland Government has introduced what are reported to be Australia’s toughest new pool safety laws after a comprehensive review of Queensland’s swimming pool safety laws, the first for over 20 years. The new pool safety laws aim to further reduce the incidences of drowning and serious immersion injuries of young children in swimming pools. [...]

Disneyworld balustrade height safety problem

Disneyworld safety problem

Disneys new Bay Tower Resort has a major risk of children scaling the balcony handrails – due to the poor design of the sa…

Balustrade and Railing Height Regulations

One of the most common searches on this site is in regards to the legal heights of balcony railings and balustrades. The main query we receive is whether existing railing needs to be modified to meet the current building code if it was built prior to the current code and met relevant requirements in place [...]

Free Hotel and Resort Risk Management Checklist

Anyone who manages and apartment building, body corporate or residential strata building could also use this Our most comprehensive hotel and resort risk management checklist is now available for free download. The checklist is over 50 pages long and covers every imaginable aspect of hotel and resort risk management, safety, property protection and public liability. [...]

Balcony and window safety for children

Window Protection New from WindowSAFE The Guardian Angel™ window guards have been specifically designed to prevent children, 5 years and younger, from falling out of windows. They allow you to keep your rooms well ventilated and will provide you with peace of mind as your children grow, play and explore. Even a fall from a [...]

Balcony Safety

Balcony Safety Balcony Safety By James Witherspoon Balconies are considered a luxurious addition to your home or apartment, and they often add value to your property. Unfortunately, improperly built balconies may present more of a danger than a luxury, especially since balconies are usually above the first floor of your home. There may be a [...]

Deck and Veranda Safety

Balconies and Balustrades

see more There I Fixed It Most Consulting Engineers offer a balcony and deck inspection services which will provide you with a report on the structural adequacy and any remedial work required. Highly recommended if you have any concerns, the structure or fittings are showing signs of age deterioration, you live in a hostile environment [...]

Building Safety and Maintenance

Essential Safety Measures Maintenance Manual (fourth edition) The Victorian Building Commission has just released the fourth edition of the Essential Safety Measures Maintenance Manual. This is an excellent resource for owners and managers of office buildings, apartment buildings or body corporate. The manual refers specifically to Victorian Regulations, which are similar with regulations in other [...]

Balcony Safety

There have been a few recent tragedies involving the collapse of balconies. here is a great article from the Building Commission on reducing this risk through proper balcony maintenance. Balcony maintenance Inspection statistics have revealed numerous rotting balconies that could cause severe injury or death in the event of a collapse. The risk is greatest [...]

Apartment Fire Safety

Apartment Fire Safety Apartment Fire Safety By Trey Huguley Living in an apartment can be one of the greatest joys in the world, but it only takes one unfortunate accident to forever alter your lifestyle. While many of these happenstances are unavoidable, some, particularly fires, can be minimized through basic safety practices. Smoke detectors should [...]

playground risk assessment template

Is the playground generally clean and well maintained? Can the playground be safely reached by pedestrians or those on bicycles? Are vehicle parking areas physically separated from the playground? Is perimeter fencing provided? Are fencing and gate in good condition? Are informational signs concerning the use of the playground and the equipment provided? Are signs [...]

Balconies and Balustrades

Each year, people are killed or seriously injured by either falling from balconies or being hit by objects which have fallen from balconies. Falls from upper storey windows has also led to fatalities. Balconies are used by adults and children for a range of activities including entertaining, playing, storage, relaxing and drying of clothes. Given [...]

Body Corporate Voluntary Workers

The Body Corporate is liable for any person who sustains bodily injury while voluntarily working on the behalf of the Body Corporate. Some of these incidents are preventable. Risk exposures that could lead to a claim include: · Slips, trips, and falls · Cuts · Burns · Electrocution · Dismemberment · Lifting injuries · Toxic [...]

Free Playground Safety Checklist

Is the playground generally clean and well maintained? Can the playground be safely reached by pedestrians or those on bicycles? Are automobile parking areas physically separated from the playground? Is perimeter fencing provided? Are fencing and gate in good condition? Are informational signs concerning the use of the playground and the equipment provided? Are signs [...]

Body Corporate Fidelity Guarentee

The fraudulent misappropriation of the Body Corporate funds or tangible property can be minimised by prudent risk management practices. Fidelity Guarantee insurance covers the insured’s money, negotiable instruments, goods or other property against theft, embezzlement or misappropriation by employees or those acting on behalf of the Body Corporate. What are the Issues? Every complex has [...]

Public Liability Standards and Legislation

The most common responses I get when I make a public liability risk recommendation to control or mitigate a potentially serious risk is: “it complies with the Building Code of Australia” or “show me the law that says you have to do that” or “this building was built before the BCA and its not retrospective”. [...]

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