Your Industry
'Service' Industry - what is it?
The 'service' industry is very broad and includes the following industries:
- Call centres
- Contract cleaning
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Security industry
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Hairdressing
- Retail sector
FAQs
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Other FAQs
Workplace amenities, fire escapes and more..
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Offices: Temperature and humidity – what are the “rules”?
The VTHC OHS Unit often receives questions like "What does the legislation say about temperature in offices?" [read more] -
Rest/meal breaks - what am I entitled to?
There's nothing specific in OHS legislation. Read more.
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Electrical Equipment - What are the laws/guidelines?
Employers must ensure the workplace (including the plant) is safe and without risks to health - what does this mean for electrical equipment (eg testing and tagging)? [read more]
Hazard
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Needlestick Injuries
Many workers face the daily risk of injury from needlestick injuries - read more.
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Sprains and strains
Sprains and strains are the most common injuries suffered by workers across all workplaces, and in all industries. [read more] -
Legionnaires disease
What is 'legionnaires' or 'legionella'? What reps and workers you should know about it. [read more] -
General information on Infectious Diseases
General information covering a wide variety of infectious diseases in the workplace. [read more]
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Service Industry - Resources
Look here for internet resources for workers in the Service Sector. [read more] -
Teleworking - or working from home
Teleworking: a growing trend in Australia ... [read more] -
Eye tests
Eye tests - am I entitled to an eye test if I work at a computer (or visual display unit)?
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Ergonomics - what is it?
The word ergonomics is derived from Ancient Greek and means ‘rules or study of work’. Another term, which is used, human factors, identifies the method and main area of interest for ergonomists. [read more] -
Security Industry: Are there any guidelines?
Security Industry: Are there any guidelines? [read more]
Regulations
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2.1 General Duties
General Duties are covered by Chapter 2, Part 2.1 of the regulations [read more]