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8.2.1.3.(1)
OS5
ObjectiveOS5 Safety at Construction and Demolition Sites
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Construction and minimum height of fences, boardings or barricades erected between the site and the public way or open sides of a construction site, when a construction or demolition activity may constitute a hazard to the public and is located 2 m or more from a public way.
This applies to sites where buildings are undergoing construction, alteration or demolition, including any incomplete or abandoned buildings.
Application 2: 
This also applies to fences or barricades, as stated in Clause 8.2.1.5.(1)(b).
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that persons using a public way or passing by will be exposed to hazards associated with construction or demolition activities, which could lead to harm to persons.
Intent 2: 
To limit the probability that persons will inadvertently wander onto the site, which could lead to persons being exposed to unsafe conditions, which could lead to harm to persons.
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