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Fatigue Management Policy

Hamilton By Design – Fatigue Management Policy

1. Purpose

Hamilton By Design is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and productive work environment.
The purpose of this Fatigue Management Policy is to identify, assess, and manage fatigue-related risks to ensure work is performed safely and effectively.

Fatigue can impair judgement, reaction time, decision-making, and situational awareness. In engineering and site-based environments, unmanaged fatigue presents a significant safety risk.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • Employees
  • Directors and officers
  • Contractors and consultants
  • Subcontractors
  • Any person performing work on behalf of Hamilton By Design

This policy applies to office work, remote work, travel, and site-based activities, including shutdowns and extended work periods.

3. Definition of Fatigue

Fatigue is a state of physical and/or mental exhaustion that reduces a person’s ability to perform work safely and effectively.

Fatigue may result from:

  • Long work hours
  • Insufficient sleep or rest
  • Extended travel or commuting
  • High mental workload or sustained concentration
  • Night work or early starts
  • Poor work-life balance

4. Responsibilities

4.1 Hamilton By Design

Hamilton By Design will:

  • Plan work to minimise fatigue risk
  • Monitor working hours, travel demands, and workload
  • Avoid scheduling excessive hours where practicable
  • Ensure fatigue risks are considered when planning site work and shutdown activities
  • Encourage open communication regarding fatigue concerns
  • Take reasonable action where fatigue risk is identified

4.2 Workers

All workers are responsible for:

  • Presenting fit for work and adequately rested
  • Managing personal fatigue and wellbeing
  • Not performing work when fatigued to the point it may affect safety
  • Reporting fatigue concerns to management as soon as practicable
  • Following client and site-specific fatigue management requirements

5. Working Hours and Rest

To manage fatigue, Hamilton By Design will, where reasonably practicable:

  • Plan work schedules to allow adequate rest between shifts
  • Consider cumulative fatigue during extended or consecutive workdays
  • Manage travel to avoid excessive driving hours, particularly after long workdays
  • Allow rest breaks during prolonged periods of work or travel

Workers must take reasonable steps to ensure they obtain sufficient sleep and rest prior to performing work.

6. Travel and Remote Work

Hamilton By Design recognises that travel and remote work can significantly contribute to fatigue.

  • Travel time will be considered when planning work schedules
  • Workers must not drive or operate vehicles when fatigued
  • Alternative arrangements (rest breaks, overnight accommodation, or schedule changes) will be implemented where practicable
  • Remote and isolated work will be planned to minimise fatigue risk

7. High-Risk and Safety-Critical Work

Additional fatigue controls may be implemented for:

  • Shutdowns and time-critical work
  • Work requiring high levels of concentration or judgement
  • Site activities with elevated safety risk

Where fatigue is identified as a risk, work may be modified, delayed, or suspended.

8. Reporting Fatigue

Workers are encouraged to report fatigue without fear of reprisal.

  • Fatigue reports will be treated seriously and confidentially
  • Reporting fatigue will not result in disciplinary action when raised in good faith
  • Early reporting helps prevent incidents and injuries

9. Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with this policy may result in:

  • Removal from work duties or site
  • Review of work arrangements
  • Disciplinary action where applicable
  • Termination of engagement in serious or repeated cases

10. Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure alignment with:

  • Australian WHS legislation
  • Client and site requirements
  • Industry best practice

11. Commitment

Hamilton By Design is committed to managing fatigue proactively to protect the safety, wellbeing, and performance of all people engaged in our work.

Approved by:
Hamilton By Design Management

Effective Date: 06/12/2006

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Fitness for Work Policy

Hamilton By Design – Fitness for Work Policy

1. Purpose

Hamilton By Design is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and productive working environment for employees, contractors, clients, and visitors.
The purpose of this Fitness for Work Policy is to ensure that all persons performing work on behalf of Hamilton By Design are physically and mentally capable of safely carrying out their duties, without risk to themselves or others.

Fitness for work is critical to maintaining high standards of safety, engineering judgement, and professional performance—particularly when working on industrial sites, construction environments, and shutdown-critical projects.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • Employees
  • Directors and officers
  • Contractors and consultants
  • Subcontractors
  • Any person performing work on behalf of Hamilton By Design

This policy applies to office-based work, remote work, and site-based activities, including travel to and from work sites where required as part of duties.

3. Definition of Fitness for Work

A person is considered fit for work when they are in a physical and mental condition that enables them to perform assigned tasks competently and safely.

Factors that may affect fitness for work include, but are not limited to:

  • Fatigue
  • Alcohol or drug use
  • Medical conditions or injuries
  • Stress or mental health concerns
  • Medication that may impair performance
  • Illness
  • Excessive working hours or insufficient rest

4. Responsibilities

4.1 Hamilton By Design

Hamilton By Design will:

  • Take reasonable steps to ensure workers are fit for work
  • Manage work hours, travel, and workload to reduce fatigue risk
  • Comply with client site fitness-for-work and drug & alcohol requirements
  • Provide a supportive environment where fitness-for-work concerns can be raised without fear of reprisal
  • Take appropriate action where fitness for work may be compromised

4.2 Workers

All workers are responsible for:

  • Presenting fit for work at all times
  • Managing personal health and fatigue
  • Not attending work while impaired by alcohol, drugs, fatigue, or illness
  • Complying with client and site-specific fitness-for-work requirements
  • Promptly reporting any condition that may affect their ability to work safely

5. Fatigue Management

Hamilton By Design recognises fatigue as a significant safety risk.

To manage fatigue:

  • Work hours and travel will be planned to allow adequate rest
  • Extended hours and high-risk activities will be assessed and managed
  • Workers must advise management if they believe fatigue may affect their safety or performance
  • Workers must not perform safety-critical tasks when fatigued

6. Alcohol and Drugs

Workers must not attend work while under the influence of alcohol or drugs that may impair judgement, coordination, or reaction time.

  • Zero tolerance applies where required by client or site rules
  • Workers must comply with client drug and alcohol testing requirements
  • Prescription and over-the-counter medications that may affect performance must be managed responsibly

Any concerns regarding impairment will be addressed immediately and may result in removal from work duties.

7. Medical Conditions and Medication

Workers must ensure that any medical condition, injury, or medication does not compromise their ability to work safely.

Where required:

  • Workers should inform management of any condition that may affect safety
  • Reasonable adjustments may be implemented where practicable
  • Medical clearance may be required for specific site or task requirements

All medical information will be treated confidentially.

8. Mental Health and Wellbeing

Hamilton By Design recognises that mental health is an important component of fitness for work.

  • Workers are encouraged to speak up if experiencing stress, anxiety, or other mental health concerns
  • Supportive and practical solutions will be considered where possible
  • No worker will be disadvantaged for raising genuine fitness-for-work concerns

9. Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with this policy may result in:

  • Removal from work duties or site
  • Further assessment of fitness for work
  • Disciplinary action, where applicable
  • Termination of engagement in serious cases

10. Review and Continuous Improvement

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains current with legislative requirements, client expectations, and industry best practice.

11. Commitment

Hamilton By Design is committed to ensuring that all work is carried out by people who are fit for work, capable of exercising sound engineering judgement, and able to perform their duties safely and professionally.

Approved by:
Hamilton By Design Management

Effective Date: 06/12/2006

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Work Health & Safety Policy

Hamilton By Design – Work Health & Safety Policy

Hamilton By Design is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees, contractors, clients, and visitors. We recognise that effective work health and safety management is fundamental to professional engineering practice and the successful delivery of our services.

This policy outlines our commitment to preventing injury and illness, managing workplace risks, and complying with all applicable work health and safety legislation.

Scope

This policy applies to all Hamilton By Design activities, including:

  • Mechanical and structural engineering services
  • 3D LiDAR scanning and site data capture
  • CAD modelling, drafting, and engineering analysis
  • Office-based work, workshops, and client sites
  • Interaction with clients, suppliers, and contractors

Our Commitment

Hamilton By Design is committed to:

  • Complying with all applicable Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
  • Providing and maintaining a safe working environment and safe systems of work
  • Identifying hazards and implementing effective risk control measures
  • Preventing work-related injury, illness, and incidents
  • Consulting with workers on health and safety matters that affect them
  • Continually improving our WHS performance

Hazard Identification and Risk Management

Hamilton By Design applies a risk-based approach to health and safety by:

  • Identifying hazards associated with office-based and site-based activities
  • Assessing risks and implementing controls using the hierarchy of controls
  • Preparing and following Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and risk assessments where required
  • Reviewing risk controls to ensure they remain effective

Roles and Responsibilities

Management

Management is responsible for:

  • Implementing this policy and providing adequate resources to support WHS objectives
  • Ensuring risks are identified and controlled
  • Providing appropriate training, supervision, and instruction

Employees and Contractors

All employees and contractors are responsible for:

  • Taking reasonable care for their own health and safety
  • Ensuring their actions do not adversely affect others
  • Following WHS procedures, site rules, and client requirements
  • Reporting hazards, incidents, and near misses

Training and Competency

Hamilton By Design ensures that:

  • Personnel are appropriately trained and competent for the tasks they perform
  • Site-specific inductions are completed where required
  • WHS awareness is maintained through ongoing communication and engagement

Incident Reporting and Investigation

All incidents, injuries, and near misses must be reported promptly. Incidents are investigated to identify root causes and to implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Site and Client Safety

When working on client or construction sites, Hamilton By Design will:

  • Comply with site-specific WHS requirements and permit systems
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Coordinate with clients and contractors to manage shared risks

Consultation and Communication

Hamilton By Design is committed to consulting with employees and contractors on WHS matters and encourages active participation in identifying hazards and improving safety outcomes.

Review and Continuous Improvement

This Work Health & Safety Policy is reviewed periodically to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legislative requirements and industry best practice.

Approved by:
Hamilton By Design Management

Effective Date: 07/12/2006

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Environmental Policy

Hamilton By Design – Environmental Policy

Hamilton By Design is committed to conducting its engineering and design services in a responsible and environmentally conscious manner. We recognise that our work can influence environmental outcomes through the design decisions we make, the technologies we use, and the advice we provide to our clients.

This Environmental Policy outlines our commitment to minimising environmental impacts, complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, and supporting sustainable engineering outcomes across all areas of our business.

Scope

This policy applies to all Hamilton By Design operations, including:

  • Mechanical and structural engineering services
  • 3D LiDAR scanning and digital data capture
  • CAD modelling, drafting, and design development
  • Engineering analysis and project support
  • Office-based and site-based activities
  • Engagement with clients, suppliers, and contractors

Our Commitment

Hamilton By Design is committed to:

  • Complying with all applicable environmental legislation, regulations, and client requirements
  • Minimising the environmental impact of our operations and services
  • Incorporating environmental considerations into engineering and design decisions where feasible
  • Promoting environmental awareness and responsibility among employees and contractors
  • Continually improving our environmental performance

Operational Environmental Management

To reduce environmental impact in our day-to-day operations, Hamilton By Design will:

  • Minimise waste generation and promote recycling where practicable
  • Use resources, energy, and consumables efficiently
  • Reduce unnecessary travel through effective planning and use of digital collaboration tools
  • Maintain equipment to maximise service life and reduce premature replacement
  • Consider environmental impacts when selecting suppliers and subcontractors

Sustainable Design Influence

Hamilton By Design integrates environmental considerations into engineering and design decisions wherever feasible and appropriate to the project scope.

Where relevant, we may recommend design solutions that:

  • Reduce energy consumption across the life of an asset
  • Reduce material usage and fabrication waste
  • Support life-of-asset efficiency, durability, and maintainability
  • Improve overall resource efficiency for clients

To support informed and transparent decision-making, Hamilton By Design utilises engineering design platforms that include environmental assessment capabilities. This includes the use of SOLIDWORKS Sustainability and SustainabilityXpress tools, which allow environmental impacts to be evaluated and compared during the design process, including:

  • Material selection and environmental impact
  • Manufacturing and transportation considerations
  • Energy use over the asset life cycle
  • End-of-life and recyclability factors

These tools support life-cycle-based engineering assessment and are used to inform — not replace — professional engineering judgement. Environmental considerations are balanced alongside safety, performance, constructability, cost, and compliance with applicable Australian Standards.

Responsibilities

  • Leadership is responsible for implementing this policy and ensuring appropriate resources are available.
  • Employees and Contractors are responsible for working in accordance with this policy and for identifying opportunities to reduce environmental impact within their areas of control.

Communication and Awareness

This Environmental Policy is communicated to employees, contractors, and relevant stakeholders and is made publicly available through the Hamilton By Design website. Environmental awareness is promoted through ongoing engagement and appropriate training.

Review and Continuous Improvement

Hamilton By Design will review this Environmental Policy periodically to ensure it remains relevant, effective, and aligned with business activities, regulatory requirements, and best-practice engineering principles.

Approved by:
Hamilton By Design Management

Effective Date: 06/12/2006

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Reverse Engineering 3D Scanning Melbourne

Engineer-Led Reverse Engineering from Scan to Fabrication — Supporting Victoria & Remote Sites

At Hamilton By Design, we provide reverse engineering supported by engineering-grade 3D LiDAR scanning from our Melbourne engineering hub, helping maintenance teams, project engineers, and manufacturers replace, reproduce, or validate critical components when drawings are missing, obsolete, or no longer reflect site reality.

We specialise in like-for-like replacement and fit-for-purpose engineering, particularly for manufacturing facilities, bulk materials handling, brownfield infrastructure, and industrial plant, where shutdown windows are tight and first-time fit-up is critical.

Reverse Engineering Built on Real Site Data

Reverse engineering only works when it starts with what actually exists on site.

We use engineering-grade 3D LiDAR scanning to capture accurate geometry from worn, modified, or undocumented assets, then apply engineering judgement to develop engineered models and drawings suitable for fabrication and installation.

This removes reliance on:

  • Missing, outdated, or incomplete drawings
  • OEM data that no longer matches the asset
  • Manual measurements in live or congested environments
  • Assumptions that lead to rework during shutdowns

Managing Director Insight

“Reverse engineering isn’t about copying geometry — it’s about understanding wear, interfaces, and how an asset needs to function once it’s reinstalled. We use 3D scanning to capture reality, but it’s engineering judgement that ensures replacement components fit and perform as intended.”

— Anthony Hamilton, Managing Director, Hamilton By Design

What We Reverse Engineer

From our Melbourne base, we support Victorian and remote operations with reverse engineering of:

  • Conveyor components (pulleys, frames, guards, transfer assemblies)
  • Bulk materials handling equipment (chutes, hoppers, bins, screens)
  • Worn or damaged components requiring like-for-like replacement
  • Obsolete or unsupported OEM parts
  • Structural steel components and assemblies
  • Machined components, housings, and brackets

These assets are often located in brownfield, live, or space-constrained environments, where accurate capture and engineering ownership are essential.

Engineering-Grade Accuracy for Shutdown-Critical Fit-Up

Our reverse engineering approach is designed for shutdown-critical replacement work, not visual modelling.

We emphasise:

  • Engineering-grade LiDAR scanning suitable for fit-for-purpose replacement parts
  • Accuracy verified through engineering judgement, not point clouds alone
  • Manual verification of critical interfaces where required
  • Deliverables suitable for fabrication, installation, and inspection

Our work is engineering-grade and defensible—appropriate for mechanical and structural replacement in operating industrial environments.

Reverse Engineering as an Engineering Process

Reverse engineering is treated as a complete engineering process, with 3D scanning as one input.

Our typical workflow includes:

3D LiDAR scanning → point-cloud analysis → engineered 3D modelling → design intent definition → fabrication and installation drawings

Where required, this process may also include:

  • Mechanical or structural checks
  • Review of wear patterns and failure modes
  • Fit-for-purpose assessment against operational requirements

This ensures replacement components are engineered to work, not blindly replicated.

Engineering Ownership, Accountability & Risk Management

Reverse engineering carries real technical and commercial risk.

Our approach includes:

  • Engineering sign-off and accountability
  • Clear documentation of assumptions and limitations
  • Fit-for-purpose design intent aligned with operational reality
  • Engineering judgement consistent with Australian Standards
  • Lessons learned from real shutdowns, upgrades, and replacements

Deliverables are suitable for engineering review, audits, and compliance requirements.

Melbourne Engineering Hub Supporting Victoria & Remote Sites

We operate with Melbourne as our engineering base, supporting:

  • Manufacturing and industrial facilities across Victoria
  • Bulk materials handling and processing plants
  • Infrastructure and brownfield assets
  • Remote sites supported from Victoria
  • Fabricators and machine shops requiring accurate reverse-engineered data

This model provides local engineering accountability with the flexibility to support geographically dispersed assets.

Designed for Maintenance, Reliability & Project Engineers

This service is well suited to:

  • Maintenance and reliability engineers managing ageing assets
  • Project engineers planning shutdown replacements and upgrades
  • Manufacturers reproducing legacy or unsupported components
  • Asset owners dealing with undocumented modifications
  • Fabricators requiring accurate, fabrication-ready documentation

We work collaboratively with your teams, focusing on fit-first-time outcomes.

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If you’re dealing with missing drawings, obsolete components, or shutdown-critical replacements, we’d welcome the opportunity to help.

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Reverse Engineering 3D Scanning Sydney

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One Accountable Engineer from Scan to Fabrication — Supporting NSW & Remote Sites

At Hamilton By Design, we provide reverse engineering supported by engineering-grade 3D LiDAR scanning from our Sydney engineering hub, helping maintenance teams, project engineers, and manufacturers replace, reproduce, or validate critical components when drawings are missing, obsolete, or no longer reflect reality.

We specialise in like-for-like replacement and fit-for-purpose engineering, particularly for CHPP plants, conveyors, and brownfield industrial assets, where shutdown time is limited and poor fit-up is not an option.

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Reverse Engineering Built on Real Site Data

Reverse engineering only works when it is based on accurate, defensible data.

We use engineering-grade LiDAR 3D scanning as the foundation for reverse engineering—capturing real geometry from worn, modified, or undocumented assets and converting that data into engineered models and drawings suitable for fabrication and installation.

This removes reliance on:

  • Missing or outdated drawings
  • OEM data that no longer reflects site reality
  • Assumptions made during manual measurement
  • “Best guess” modelling during shutdowns

Managing Director Insight

“Reverse engineering isn’t about copying what you see — it’s about understanding how an asset actually works, how it’s worn, and how it needs to fit during a shutdown. We use 3D scanning to capture reality, but it’s engineering judgement that turns that data into something that can be fabricated and installed with confidence.”

— Anthony Hamilton, Managing Director, Hamilton By Design

What We Reverse Engineer

From our Sydney engineering base, we support NSW and remote operations with reverse engineering of:

  • Conveyor components (pulleys, frames, guards, transfer assemblies)
  • CHPP plant equipment (chutes, hoppers, screens, wear liners)
  • Worn or damaged components requiring like-for-like replacement
  • Obsolete or unsupported OEM parts
  • Structural steel components and assemblies
  • Machined components and housings

These are typically assets that cannot be easily re-measured, are already worn or distorted, or must be replaced accurately within tight shutdown windows.

Engineering-Grade Accuracy for Shutdown-Critical Fit-Up

Our reverse engineering approach is designed for shutdown-critical fit-up, not visual modelling.

We emphasise:

  • Engineering-grade LiDAR suitable for fit-for-purpose replacement parts
  • Accuracy verified through engineering judgement, not just point clouds
  • Manual verification of critical interfaces where required
  • Deliverables suitable for fabrication and installation

Our work is engineering-grade and defensible—not survey-grade, but appropriate for mechanical and structural replacement in operating plant environments.

Reverse Engineering as an Engineering Process

We treat reverse engineering as a full engineering process, with 3D scanning as one input—not the answer by itself.

Our typical workflow includes:

3D LiDAR scanning → point-cloud review → engineered 3D modelling → design intent definition → drawings and fabrication documentation

Where required, this process may also include:

  • Mechanical or structural checks
  • Fit-for-purpose assessment
  • Review of wear patterns and failure modes

This ensures replacement components are designed to work, not simply copied.

Engineering Ownership, Accountability & Risk Management

Reverse engineering carries real risk, particularly during shutdowns.

Our approach includes:

  • Engineering sign-off and accountability
  • Clear documentation of assumptions and limitations
  • Fit-for-purpose design intent (not blind replication)
  • Engineering judgement aligned with Australian Standards
  • Lessons learned from real shutdowns and replacement projects

Our documentation is suitable for internal reviews, audits, and compliance checks.

Our clients:

Sydney Engineering Hub Supporting NSW & Remote Sites

We operate with Sydney as our engineering base, supporting:

  • NSW industrial and mining operations
  • CHPP plants and bulk materials facilities
  • Remote sites supported from NSW
  • Fabricators and manufacturers requiring accurate reverse-engineered data

This model combines local engineering accountability with support for geographically dispersed assets.

Designed for Maintenance, Reliability & Project Engineers

This service is ideal for:

  • Maintenance and reliability engineers managing ageing assets
  • Project engineers planning shutdown replacements
  • Manufacturers reproducing legacy components
  • Asset owners dealing with undocumented modifications
  • CHPP operators requiring like-for-like replacement

We work collaboratively with your teams and fabricators, focusing on getting it right the first time.

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Talk to Us About Reverse Engineering 3D Scanning in Sydney

If you’re dealing with missing drawings, obsolete parts, or shutdown-critical replacements, we’d welcome the opportunity to help.

Submit an enquiry via our contact form

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Hamilton By Design provides engineering-led 3D scanning, LiDAR scanning, mechanical engineering and digital engineering services throughout Sydney and Greater Sydney.

Explore our related Sydney services:

  • 3D Scanning Sydney – Engineering-grade terrestrial laser scanning, as-built surveys and point cloud capture for industrial, infrastructure and commercial projects.
  • Reality Capture Sydney – High-accuracy reality capture, digital twins, asset documentation and engineering-grade site verification.
  • Scan to CAD Sydney – Convert point cloud data into AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor and other engineering-ready CAD deliverables.
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Hamilton By Design supports projects throughout Sydney CBD, Parramatta, Liverpool, Penrith, Blacktown, Chatswood, Alexandria, Mascot, Newcastle and the Central Coast.

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