An act relating to the safety, health and welfare of persons at work in workplaces. Work health and safety hazardous manual tasks code of. An act relating to work health and safety, and for related purposes assented to 29 november 2011 the parliament of australia enacts. Part 1 preliminary part 1 preliminary division 1 introduction 1 short title 2011. Section 2 this act shall come into force after one hundred and eighty days from the date of its publication in the government gazette. Contents work health and safety regulation 2011 page 2 18 procedures for election of health and safety representatives. 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. As a result, new zealands work health and safety system underwent its most. Work health and safety act 2011 whs principal act applying to all workplaces 2.
Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 nsw legislation. This bill will replace three acts, the occupational safety and health act 1984, mines safety and inspection act 1994. The state of tasmania the department of premier and cabinet 2020 ver. Provides definitions, examples and frequently asked questions as well as detailed information on the notification process. In 20 the independent taskforce on workplace health and safety reported that new zealands work health and safety system was failing. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 25 march 2020 act 10 of 2011. How to decide whether you need to notify comcare of an injury, illness or dangerous incident under the requirements of the work health and safety act 2011 cth. To assist readers, crossreferences to specific sections of the whs act are provided. This includes workplace arrangements like work groups, health and safety representatives and health and safety committees. The safety and health at work act defines matters and persons covered by this act in the article stipulating that its provisions apply to all spheres of economic activity and to all persons compulsory insured against occupational injury and disease, unless health and safety at work is governed by special regulations. It provides an explanation of work health and safety arrangements in the workplace. On 23 october 2017, the queensland parliament passed amendments to the work health and safety act 2011, including introducing the ability for a person conducting a business or undertaking pcbu to appoint a whso for that. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 calvary health care.
Overview of the whs act and regulations australian business. Contents work health and safety act 2011 june 7, 2011 9. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 current version for 25 march 2020 to date accessed 9 may 2020 at 00. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 nsw contents page historical version valid from 1. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 current version for 25 march 2020 to date accessed 18 april 2020 at. 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. Automatic zoom actual size fit page full width 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 200% 300% 400%. This act may be cited as the workplace safety and health act. The whs act also provides for consultation, representation and participation to further the objects of the act.
It shall be the duty of every employer to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at. Work health and safety act 2011 act legislation register. The intention is that the commonwealth and each state and territory government will enact a workplace health and safety bill to commence on 1 january 2012. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 25 march 2020 act. The current version, dated 21 march 2016, incorporates all those amendments. Guide to the model work health and safety act safe work. Understanding the work health and safety act a practical guide. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 contents page historical version for 7. Authorised by the act parliamentary counselalso accessible at.
Work health and safety act 2011 as at 31 january 2020 act 10 of 2011 notes note to part 7 division 7 of part sets out the procedure in relation to the bringing of proceedings in relation to whs civil penalty provisions. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 contents page division 4 duty of officers, workers and other persons 27 duty of officers 20 28 duties of workers 21 29 duties of other persons at the workplace 21 division 5 offences and penalties 30 health and safety duty 22 31 reckless conductcategory 1 22. The intent of the health and safety policy is to ensure that the health and social care board complies with the requirement of the health and safety at work northern ireland order 1978, section 2 3. Work health and safety bill 2011 parliament of australia. Work health and safety act 2011 worksafe queensland. Work health and safety legislation amendment act 2011. Development of a modernised work health and safety bill. 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. Immunity of health and safety medical practitioners and persons assisting health and safety medical practitioners. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 25 march 2020 act 10 of 2011 table of provisions long title part 1 preliminary division 1 introduction 1. Health and safety medical practitioners may require workers to be medically examined. Work health and safety act 2011 nsw a refresher a paper. Under section 274 of the work health and safety act 2011 the act, and being satisfied that this code of practice was developed in accordance with the process described in s. This guide provides an overview of the model work health and safety whs act.
This document is not intended to replace the model whs act. 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 1 july 2015 the compilation date. S 35 amended by occupational health and safety amendment act 181 of 1993. In addition to the whs laws, there are also model codes of practice which provide support and guidance on different issues in work health and safety. Work health and safety act 2011 qld australian business. Summary of the model work health and safety act safe work. Model work health and safety act safe work australia. There are three acts and their supporting regulations which apply to mines. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 new south wales status information currency of version current version for 6 january 2017 to date accessed 4 april 2017 at 14.
Except as otherwise provided in this act but not the regulations, the provisions of this act shall apply to all workplaces. 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. 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. Act 1974 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or.
Table of provisions long title part 1 preliminary division 1. This act shall be cited as the occupational safety, health and environment act, b. Faqs on the introduction of the work health and safety act 2011. All workers are protected by the whs act, including. Queensland work health and safety act 2011 contents page part 1 preliminary division 1 introduction. As soon as possible but within 14 days of the event. An approved code of practice is a practical guide for achieving the standards of health, safety and welfare required under the whs act and the work health and safety regulation 2011 the regulation. The act places a general duty to ensure so far as is reasonably practicable the health, safety and welfare at work of all their employees. It sets out key principles, duties and rights about ohs. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 31 january 2020. The occupational health and safety act 2004 ohs act is the main workplace health and safety law in victoria.
What health and safety legislation applies to mines. Work health and safety legislation amendment act 2011 no 67 amendment of work health and safety act 2011 no 10 schedule 1 10 section 229a part extends to mines and coal workplaces omit section 229a 2. The health and safety at work act 2015 is new zealands workplace health and safety law. Work health and safety act 2011 queensland legislation. Warningsome provisions of this legislation are not in operation. Act 1974 application outside great britain variation order 2011c are revoked. On 11 december 2009, the workplace relations ministers council endorsed the model work health and safety whs bill. This guide provides an overview of the work health and safety act whs act. Work health and safety act 2011 page 5 85 health and safety representative may direct that unsafe work cease 78. The development of the bill involved extensive consultation with stakeholders and the community prior to being introduction into state parliament. Results for health and safety at work act 1 10 of 8325 sorted by relevance date click export csv or ris to download the entire page or use the checkboxes to select a subset of records to download. Guide to work health and safety incident notification pdf.
The fair work act 2009 gives union officials who are permit holders a statutory right of entry to premises for the purposes outlined in part 34 of that act. Sep 21, 2011 authorised by the act parliamentary counselalso accessible at. Equipment does your play equipment and resources conform to the bsen safety standards or toys safety regulation 2011 and are they safe. The modules may be used singly or simultaneously, but once selected. 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. This guide provides an overview of the queensland work health and safety act 2011 whs act. This act may be cited as the work health and safety national uniform legislation implementation act 2011.
This template can be used to develop a work health and safety management plan that assists in the development and communication of a safety management system. The whs act imposes other duties on pcbus and other persons in relation to workers and workplaces. It also protects the health and safety of all other people who might be affected by the work. This is a republication of the work health and safety act 2011 including any amendment made. It is designed as a general guide to help people understand their health and safety duties and rights at work. Work health and safety whs management plan template pdf,432kb.
The ohs act seeks to protect the health, safety and welfare of employees and other people at work. Amendments to the model whs laws do not automatically apply in a jurisdiction. This instrument is the work health and safety hazardous manual tasks code of practice 2011. May 01, 2010 on 11 december 2009, the workplace relations ministers council endorsed the model work health and safety whs bill. Work health and safety act 2011 discussion paper november 2016. However it is not intended to be read in place of the whs act. You are directed to a disclaimer and notice governing the information provided. The guide was amended and republished to reflect amendments to the model whs laws, dated 21. Work health and safety preventing and responding to. Clause 1 work health and safety legislation amendment bill 2011 the legislature of new south wales enacts. Act 1974 application outside great britain order 2001b and the health and safety at work etc. Object division 3 interpretation subdivision 1 definitions 4.
You are directed to information on how your personal information is protected. The work health and safety whs act and the work health and safety whs regulations came into effect on 1 january 2012. Oct 29, 20 work health and safety act 2011 current as at 29 october 20 warningsome provisions of this legislation are not in operation. Workplace safety and health act singapore statutes online. 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.
Work health and safety legislation amendment bill 2011. Amending provisions are subject to automatic repeal pursuant to. Part 2 relates to the employment medical advisory service. Health and safety medical practitioners may suspend workers in certain cases. Act 2011, and councils work health and safety policy and procedures. Sections19and20oftheactrequireemployersto identifyhazardsintheworkplace. It is designed to help people understand their health and safety duties and rights in the workplace. An act relating to work health and safety, and for related purposes. This act commences on the day fixed by the administrator by gazette notice. Health and safety at work act royal borough of kensington. Part 1 which deals with health, safety and welfare relating to work. Feb 21, 20 an act relating to work health and safety, and for related purposes. Do you provide enough equipment and resources for the number of children.
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. This brief guide outlines the main features of the new work health and safety act 2011. The bill enacts the nationally agreed model, the work health and safety act, with appropriate jurisdictional modifications. Apr 27, 2016 work health and safety act 2011 effective. The whs act provides for codes of practice which are approved under s 274. Information sheet 6 work health and safety act 2011. Work health and safety act 2011 federal register of. Work health and safety bill 2011 unlike most jurisdictions, queensland has a number of industry specific safety laws including the dangerous goods safety management act 2001 dgsm act, the electrical safety act 2002 es act, the coal mining safety and health act 1999 and mining and quarrying safety and health act 1999 that will be impacted by the harmonisation process. The work health and safety bill 2011 represents the commitment of the government of new south wales to full participation in a nationally harmonised system of occupational health and safety. Work health and safety sexual services industry code of. Work health and safety act 2011 current as at 29 october 20 warningsome provisions of this legislation are not in operation.
The state of queensland office of queensland parliamentary counsel 20142020 ver. Guide to the work health and safety act 2011 queensland. Coal mine health and safety act 2002 applies to coal operations along with the whs. Workplace safety and health act chapter 354a part i preliminary. It does not authorise entry for work health and safety purposes, which is provided for under state or territory whs law8.
Work health and safety act 2011 current as at 23 october 2017. This instrument is the work health and safety sexual services industry code of practice 2011. Work health and safety act 2011 no 10 nsw contents page current version valid from 1. Occupational health and safety act and regulations worksafe. Occupational health and safety act south african government. The whs act places the primary health and safety duty on a person conducting a business or undertaking pcbu. About the new act the focus of the new health and safety at work act is to protect workers and other people against harm to their health, safety and. Legislation on this site is usually updated within 3 working days after a change to the legislation. Work health and safety act 2011 as at 25 march 2020.
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