WHO NEEDS THIS LETTER?

This letter is required for a person who has been appointed as a Stacking Supervisor in the workplace. They will be responsible for ensuring all stacking activities in the workplace are conducted correctly and safely.

WHAT IS THIS LETTER FOR?

This letter shows that a Stacking Supervisor has been appointed to supervise all stacking activities in the workplace, according to the requirements of the OHS Act. The letter allows these persons to act under the authority of the 16(2) in order to ensure that all stacking activities are conducted correctly and safely.

WHY IS THIS LETTER IMPORTANT?

This letter shows that a responsible person has been appointed to supervise all stacking activities. This provides evidence to an inspector that a basic structure is in place to ensure that all stacking activities are conducted correctly and safely. This letter is relevant under section 8(1)(a) of the General Safety Regulations of the OHS Act and its availability shows that the employer is taking steps to comply with these Regulations in respects of ensuring all stacking activities in the workplace are conducted correctly and safely. 

VALIDITY

This letter needs to be signed by the 16(2) (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 experience or accredited training 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 stacking activities are conducted correctly and in a safe manner. This letter ensures that a responsible person is appointed to ensure all stacking activities in the workplace are conducted safely and correctly.