Workplace health and safety management system comcare. Information sheet 6 work health and safety act 2011. Work health and safety act 2011 table of provisions long title part 1preliminary division 1. Often, there is more than one pcbu involved in the relevant work. Information sheet 6 work health and safety act 2011 qld approved providers, service supervisors and management, and educators of early childhood education and care ecec services have a responsibility to ensure that they.
Guide to interpretation of principal contractor and roads. Did the whs act replace the coal mine health and safety act 2002 cmhs. Mar 11, 2020 the model work health and safety whs act has been amended since its publication in 2011, including a number of substantial amendments agreed to in 2014 and 2015. It is designed to help people understand their health and safety duties and rights in the workplace. Object division 3interpretation subdivision 1definitions 4. The work health and safety act 2011 the whs act provides a framework to protect the health, safety and welfare of all workers at work. Throughout each booklet, there are references to national. The whs act aims to secure the health and safety of workers and workplaces through the elimination or minimisation of risks, so as to provide workers and others with the highest level of protection from hazards and risks, so far as is reasonably. Faqs on the introduction of the work health and safety act.
Irrespective of which whs laws apply to the organisation by which you are employed, if you work at a. This includes the health and safety of anyone who does work for you as well as your customers, visitors and suppliers. An act relating to the safety, health and welfare of persons at work in workplaces. Work health and safety act 2011 queensland legislation. The notes at the end of this compilation the endnotes include information about amending laws and the amendment history of provisions of the compiled.
Work health and safety act 2011 as at 18 march 2019. Object division 3 interpretation subdivision 1 definitions 4. Work health and safety act 2011 this provisional improvement notice pin is issued under section 90 of the work health and safety act 2011 the whs act. Work health and safety act 2012 south australian legislation. Amendments to the model whs laws do not automatically apply in a jurisdiction. Work health and safety act 2011 cth whs act aims to protect the health and safety of all workers throughout the commonwealth jurisdiction including contractors and subcontractors. In exercise of the powers conferred by section 65 of the workplace safety and health act, the minister for manpower hereby makes the following regulations. This is a compilation of the work health and safety act 2011 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 20 september 2017 the.
Model work health and safety act safe work australia. Work health and safety act 2011 the whs regulators are committed to creating and strengthening stakeholder relationships and have provided a number of highlighted questions throughout the discussion paper. Meaning of person conducting a business or undertaking 6. Except as otherwise provided in this act but not the regulations, the provisions of this act shall apply to all workplaces. Work health and safety act 2011 federal register of. It introduces new responsibilities for managing the workrelated risks that could cause serious injury, illness or even death. Workplace safety and health act singapore statutes online. P a g e 1 work health and safety act 2011 nsw a refresher a paper given at a seminar held at hunter street chambers, 22nd may 2015 the purpose of this paper is to highlight some of the critical elements found in the work health and safety act 2011 nsw the act, to identify some fundamental changes between the provisions of the act and the legislation it replaced, being the occupational. The nsw work health and safety act 2011 the whs act commenced operation on 1 january 2012. According to the work health and safety act 2011, a notifiable incident is a serious incident or injury that arises out of the conduct actions of surf lifesaving business or undertaking during the course of a surf lifesaving or surf sports activity. Work health and safety act 2011 schedule 3 schedule 3 regulationmaking powers 1 duties 1 matters relating to the way in which duties imposed by this act are to be performed.
To assist readers, crossreferences to specific sections of the whs act are provided. Work health and safety act 2011 nsw a refresher a paper. Health and safety at work act 2015 venues wellington. This guide provides an overview of the queensland work health and. This is a compilation of the work health and safety act 2011 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 20 september 2017 the compilation date. Part 1 preliminary model work health and safety bill 2. The model work health and safety whs act has been amended since its publication in 2011, including a number of substantial amendments agreed to in 2014 and 2015. The work health and safety act 2011 the whs act regulates the safe management of hazardous chemicals including flammable and combustible substances at queensland workplaces. Work health and safety legislation underpins a quality learning environment. It sets out key principles, duties and rights about ohs.
Lee shearer deputy secretary, resources regulator coordinator general for the central coast section 216 decision as authorised by section 216 of. A2015, s 2 and cn201112 work health and safety amendment regulation 2012 no 1. Contents work health and safety regulation 2011 page 2 18 procedures for election of health and safety representatives. Department of mines, industry regulation and safety. Health and safety at work quick reference guide worksafe.
Versions of this act includes consolidations, reprints and as passed versions subsidiary legislation made under this act current versions history of this act. The whs act also provides protection for the general public so that their health and safety is not placed at risk by. The provisions of this regulation are substantially uniform with the model work health and safety regulations 2011 prepared by safe work australia. The work health and safety act 2011 replaced the occupational health and safety act 2000. An act relating to work health and safety, and for related purposes. Whs harmonisation whs harmonisation august 2011 page 1 new legislation in july 2008, a formal agreement was made between the commonwealth and all states and territories with the exception of western australia to implement harmonised work health and safety laws in each jurisdiction. However it is not intended to be read in place of the whs act. These regulations may be cited as the workplace safety and health noise regulations 2011 and shall come into operation on 1st september 2011.
The whs act places the primary health and safety duty on a person conducting a business or undertaking pcbu. The main feature of the qld whs act is the implementation of the national model work health and safety laws contained in the final draft of the model work health and safety bill released by safe work australia in november 2010. This pin requires the duty holder to whom it is issued to remedy a contravention, prevent a likely contravention from occurring, or. The occupational health and safety act 2004 ohs act is the main workplace health and safety law in victoria. Work health and safety act 2011 worksafe queensland. It also protects the health and safety of all other people who might be affected by the work. Work health and safety act 2011whs act imposes several obligations on duty holders to ensure the health and safety of workers and others. The health and safety at work act 2015 hswa is new zealands workplace health and safety law. Contents work health and safety act 2011 june 7, 2011 9. The current version, dated 21 march 2016, incorporates all those amendments. Authorised by the act parliamentary counselalso accessible at.
A workplace health and safety management system is a set of policies, procedures and plans that systematically manages health and safety at work and can help to minimise the risk of injury and illness from workplace operations. The death of a person the serious injury or illness of a. Hswa recognises that to improve our poor health and safety performance we all need to work together. An act to secure the health, safety and welfare of persons at work. The objective of the work health and safety act 2011 the act is to prevent a persons death, injury or illness being caused by a workplace, a relevant workplace area, work activities, or plant or substances for use at a workplace. Work health and safety act 2011 whs act imposes several obligations on duty holders to ensure the health and safety of workers and others.
Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 nsw legislation. You cannot have a high quality early childhood service if your work health and safety practices jeopardise the safety, health and wellbeing of staff, children, families and service visitors. The how to series consists of seven booklets promoting key areas of quality provision. As at 25 march 2020 act 10 of 2011 table of provisions long title part 1 preliminary division 1. Work health and safety act 2011 current as at 29 october 20 warningsome provisions of this legislation are not in operation. A person conducting a business or undertaking pcbu which uses, handles, stores or generates. You are directed to a disclaimer and notice governing the information provided. Work health and safety act 2011 qld the work health and safety act qld qld whs act was assented to on 6 june 2011. Work health and safety act 2011 business queensland. Notice of that approval was published in the nsw government gazette referring to this code of practice as how to manage work health and safety risks page 7194 on friday 16 december 2011. Work health and safety act 2011 table of provisions long title part 1preliminary division 1introduction 1. About this compilation this compilation this is a compilation of the work health and safety act 2011 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 20 september 2017 the compilation date.
Understanding the work health and safety act a practical guide. Whereas it is expedient to have a law on occupational safety, health and. Occupational health and safety act and regulations worksafe. If you wish all or some of your feedback to remain confidential, please indicate below and brd will take this into consideration. Oct 28, 2019 occupational health and safety act 2004. Health and safety at work act 2015 public act 2015 no 70 date of assent 4 september 2015 commencement see section 2 contents page 1 title 10 2 commencement 10 part 1 health and safety at work subpart 1preliminary provisions 3 purpose 10 4 transitional, savings, and related provisions 11 subpart 2application of act 5 application of act to. Work health and safety act 2011 contents 5 authorised by the act parliamentary counselalso accessible at. Unofficial translation occupational safety, health. An act to provide for the health, safety and welfare of persons at work. Current version for 25 march 2020 to date accessed 19 may 2020. This guide provides an overview of the queensland work health and safety act 2011 whs act. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 contents page historical version for 7.
This document focuses on the duties owed to workers in whs. Work health and safety act 2011 act legislation register. Contents work health and safety act 2011 page 2 subdivision 2 what is reasonably practicable 18 what is reasonably practicable in ensuring health and safety. Automatic zoom actual size fit page full width 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 200% 300% 400%.
The national quality framework establishes the standards and learning. Comcare administers the commonwealth work health and safety act 2011 and work health and safety regulations 2011 and is the national regulator for work. The work health and safety act 2011 whs act provides a framework to protect the health, safety and welfare of all workers. All workers are protected by the whs act, including. The object of this regulation is to prescribe matters under the work health and safety act 2011 to enable that act to come into operation on 1 january 2012. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 contents page 6 meaning of supply 7 7 meaning of worker 8 8 meaning of workplace 9 9 examples and notes 9 division 4 application of act 10 act binds the crown 9 11 extraterritorial application 9 12 scope 9 12a offences are offences of strict liability 9 part 2 health and safety duties. The whs act imposes other duties on pcbus and other persons in relation to workers and workplaces. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 nsw contents page current version valid from 1. This act may be cited as the workplace safety and health act.
The act work safety commissioner is a statutory office holder appointed by the act government under the work health and safety act 2011. The objective of the work health and safety act 2011 the act is to prevent a persons death, injury or illness being caused by a workplace, a relevant workplace area, work activities, or plant or substances for use at a workplace the act makes provisions for. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 18 march 2019 act 18 of 2011 table of provisions long title part 1 preliminary division 1 introduction 1. Contractors and subcontractors under the work health and.
An act relating to work health and safety, and for related purposes assented to 29 november 2011the parliament of australia enacts. This includes workplace arrangements like work groups, health and safety representatives and health and safety committees. It also protects the health and safety of others who might be affected by the work your business does. The notes at the end of this compilation the endnotes include information about amending laws and the amendment history of provisions of the compiled law. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 18 march 2019 act. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 25 march 2020.
Warningsome provisions of this legislation are not in operation. You are directed to information on how your personal information is protected. This is a republication of the work health and safety act 2011 including any amendment made. Work health and safety act 2011 qld australian business. The whs act also provides for consultation, representation and participation to further the objects of the act. Guide to interpretation of principal contractor and roads and. The state of tasmania the department of premier and cabinet 2020 ver. Guide to the work health and safety act 2011 queensland.
Work health and safety act 2011 surf life saving nsw. This brief guide outlines the main features of the new work health and safety act 2011. Guide to the work health and safety act 2011 11 work health and safety duties general principles sections 17 the whs act outlines the general health and safety duties of pcbus, officers of companies, unincorporated associations, government departments and public authorities including local governments, workers and other people at a. Subsequent amendments under section 274 of the nsw work health and safety. Work health and safety act 2011 part 11 decision maker. Jul 31, 2018 this is a compilation of the work health and safety act 2011 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 1 july 2018 the compilation date. Work health and safety bill 2011 parliament of nsw. The primary functions of the work safety commissioner are to. The ohs act seeks to protect the health, safety and welfare of employees and other people at work.
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