WHS Regulation clause 37 requires that:

A control measure to eliminate or minimise risks to health and safety in your workplace 
must be maintained so that it remains effective including being;
 

• fit for the purpose, and
   

• suitable for the nature and duration of the work, and
   

• installed, set up and used correctly

Actions that can help satisfy clause 37 include:
 

• Provide Managers, Supervisors and other relevant persons, with the authority and resources, to implement and maintain control measures effectively.
   

• Regularly inspect and test plant and equipment. Repair or replace any that are damaged or worn.
   

• Check that control measures are suitable for the nature and duration of work, are set up and used correctly.
   

• Inform and train workers so that they achieve and maintain the ability to work safely.
   

• Regularly check you have the latest information about hazards from your manufacturers and suppliers to make sure the controls used in your workplace are still relevant.
   

• Regularly review work procedures and consult with workers.
   

• Amend or add to this list to best suit your workplace.

Reference:


WHS Regulation clause 37

Code of Practice: How to Manage Work Health & Safety Risks, page 23