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The KEY factor is to
identify potential problems before they result in injury.
The Benefits
- Reduced number of
injuries
- Improved productivity
- Improved morale
- Fewer workplace disruptions
- Reduced costs, loss
of time, production and labour
- Workers'
Compensation Claims
What do you need to
do
- Develop an OH&S
policy
- Consult your staff
about their concerns
- Develop an effective
workplace training programme
- Record and report
all injuries
- Investigate all accidents
and look at all risk areas
Main offences
- Section 8(1) - previously
s15 which states that employers need to take care for the health
& safety of employees.
- Section 8(2) - previously
s16 which states that employers need to take care for the health
& safety of non-employees. (ie. contractors and the general
public)
- Section 20 - previously
s19 which states that employees need to take care of the health
& safety of each other.
- Section 26 - previously
s50 which states that directors and persons concerned in management
are deemed to be guilty of the same offence as the corporation.
(First offence $55,000 maximum, subsequent offences $82,500 maximum.)
We can advise you of
who to contact for an on-site assessment.
Last
updated: 24/07/03
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