In 2008, Workplace Relations Ministers across Australia agreed to nationally harmonise work health and safety (WHS) laws.

All States and Territory will commence their work health and safety laws, on 1 January 2012.

Qld Parliament became the first to pass the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (the WHS Act 2011).  The WHS Act 2011 reflects the national moderl WHS Act with minor changes which enable it to operate within the Queensland jurisdiction.

Click on the following to download a summary of the new changes that will affect all businesses from 1st January 2012.

Work Health and Safety Bill - What does it all Mean!

Click on the following to download a checklist to assist your businesses with the changes.  Also information on funding, grants and support.

Queensland's new WHS Laws - Checklist to assist you!

Funding, Grants and Support  

For further details go to the following website www.whs.qld.gov.au

Click on the following for and update on the progress of the reform in each Australian State and Territory.

Frequently Asked Questions - WHS Laws regarding Volunteers

Workplace Health & Safety is a complex and sometimes difficult to understand for employers and employees. 

ACSEA have develop various policies, fact sheets and other documents to make it easier for members to follow.