Overview

Introduction

This chapter covers general and process information for approving work projects, and guidelines for monitoring them.

Background

Section 63 of the Sentencing Act 2002 identifies authorised work for the community work sentence. Any work project or work placement must comply with the legislation.

Another consideration when assessing a work project is the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992.

Legislative reference

Work projects are governed by the following authorities:

• Section 63, Sentencing Act 2002
• Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and
• Forced Labour Convention 1930.

Contents

This chapter contains the following topics:

• Process for Establishing a Work Project
• Unsuitable Work Projects
• Selecting a Suitable Work Project
• Approving Work Projects
• Work Project Agreement
• Monitoring Projects
• Equipment Rules for Work Projects
• Transport Rules for Work Projects
• Project Sponsor Claims for Loss or Damage
• The Work Project Register