AGILE RISK MANAGEMENT

WH&S Laws

The laws have been implemented across all states except Victoria, and these laws include:

• WHS Act
• WHS Regulations
• Codes of Practice

The Model WH&S Act provides a consistent framework for securing the health and safety of workplaces and workers. Here is a brief summary of the framework, taken from Safe Work Australia.

• To protect the workers and visitors from harm by requiring duty holders to eliminate and minimize risk. (Keeping a safe workplace is the responsibility of every staff member if you notice a risk, report it).
• The company provides for a fair and effective representation of staff on the WH&S Committee and for representation leading to consultation and cooperation.
• The Company takes a constructive role in promoting improvements in practice and encouraging health promotion where possible. (example, offering flu vaccines to workers).
• Promoting information, education and training to staff.
• Complying with the act. For example, identifying risks and keeping a risk register.
• Eliminating risks where possible, while monitoring other risks.
• Develop a framework for continuous improvement. ( I can help with the framework)

Safe Work Australia has published additional documents.

More Information soon.