WHO NEEDS THIS LETTER?

This letter is required for employees who have been appointed to act as an Explosives Expert in Respect of Demolition Work on the work site. They will be responsible for developing and overseeing the method statement to be applied in relation to the use of explosives for demolition work conducted on the work site.

WHAT IS THIS LETTER FOR?

This letter shows that an Explosives Expert in Respect of Demolition Work has been appointed to oversee the use of explosives in relation to demolition work on the work site, according to the requirements of the OHS Act. The letter allows these persons to act under the authority of the Principal Contractor or Contractor in order to ensure that all demolition work involving the use of explosives is conducted correctly and safely.

WHY IS THIS LETTER IMPORTANT?

This letter shows that a responsible person has been appointed to oversee the use of explosives in demolition work. This provides evidence to an inspector that a basic structure is in place to ensure that all demolition work involving explosives is conducted correctly and safely on the work site. This letter is mandatory under section 14(11) of the Construction Regulations of the OHS Act and its availability shows that the employer is complying with these Regulations in respects of this appointment requirement.

VALIDITY

This letter needs to be signed by the Principal Contractor or Contractor (as the appointer) and by the appointee, dated and kept on record where it can be accessible to an inspector. A time period must be included for the appointment. Each appointee must have the relevant accredited qualification or experience in order to be competent to perform these duties. 

HOW DOES THIS WORK AS A CONTROL MEASURE?

In the hierarchy of controls this letter forms part of the administrative control measures which should be in place to ensure that all demolition work is conducted correctly and safely. This letter ensures that a responsible person is appointed to oversee the use of explosives in relation to demolition work on the work site.