In this article we discuss five practical steps you can follow to ensure your organisation is compliant with its legal obligations, including the requirements of all acts, regulations, standards and other licences relevant to your business. We discuss the establishment of a requirements library, tracking changes to requirements, accessing this information, providing personnel with documented instructions, certificates of competency, dealing with authorities and civil penalties.

Workplace consultation involves developing and implementing effective consultation mechanisms, which encourage cooperation, engagement of workers and management across the workplace. Discussion between management and workers on workplace health and safety (WHS) related issues are aimed at exchanging views and considering opinions. Reaching a consensus serves to foster collaboration, involvement and cooperation.

When it comes to safety management systems in the workplace, it’s better to be proactive rather than reactive to avoid problems in your workplace.

Are your safety management systems recording the right workplace safety data to reduce your premium?

WorkSafe have found that safety in many SMBs isn’t delegated to a responsible party, and is instead juggled on an ad hoc basis. This lack of planning has far-reaching impacts on a business’ ability to cut costs, especially WorkCover premiums. Here’s how to integrate workplace safety into your other business functions.