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Topic 3 – Health & Safety Procedures and Codes of Practice related to the employee’s assigned job tasksWhat is a code of practice?A code of practice is a documented set of rules that outlines to employees how, when working inhazardous situations or environments, to safely conduct themselves so that all workers are protected. Itis a detailed procedure for specified circumstances that must be posted in the workplace.What should be contained in a code of practice?There are seven elements that should be contained in a code of practice:1. An introduction identifying:• The hazardous substances and situations that may be encountered.• A description of the hazards.• The possible effects on health or safety.2. Identification of the person or persons at risk from the hazardous substances and situations.3. Identification of the person or persons responsible for implementing the code of practice.4. The time, day, event, etc. before, during, or after which the code of practice might be applicable.5. The location or locations where the code of practice might apply, (for example, all ceilingsthroughout the building or the tank of the delivery truck in the yard).6. The methods and equipment to be used to ensure the health and safety of any employee at risk.7. Emergency procedures and equipment that might be required in the event of failure of any of theregular procedures or equipment.Rule of thumbAll procedures and codes of practice must be current, dated, signed by management and visible in theworkplace.Page 22 | Orientation Guide | WorkSafeNB