6 years ago What rules exist around e-cigarette smokers in the workplace? Are the same restrictions applicable to e-cigarette smokers as those that apply to tobacco smokers?
6 years ago How should we decide on the best protective clothing for our outdoor workers? If workers do not wear long sleeves or sunscreen, how can we protect ourselves from future claims related to skin cancer?
6 years ago Is non-disclosure of a pre-existing injury grounds for dismissal? Does a failure of a prospective employee to disclose a pre-existing injury enable an employer to terminate employment?
6 years ago Do we have to have a fire alarm system in place? We are a small sales company with offices throughout Australia. What are our obligations in regards to having a fire alarm system in place?
6 years ago How do we ensure our pregnant employee is safe to fly? An airline requires a medical certificate to fly that confirms the due date and that the employee is safe to fly. Are there any other precautions we should be taking?
7 years ago Can we request an HSR to attend a training course? Can a PCBU (e.g. a principal contractor) require a health and safety representative (HSR) to attend the 5-day course in health and safety consultation?
7 years ago How do we ensure working from home conditions are safe? Could you please advise what procedures we are required to have in place to meet health and safety requirements?
7 years ago Do school vehicles have a lifespan? Is there a legal requirement or recommendation to replace a school vehicle at a certain age?
7 years ago Can we provide over-the-counter painkillers to workers? Is there legislation or regulations that stipulates an employer cannot provide workers paracetamol in the workplace?
7 years ago Does a supervisor always need to be on duty? We ensure there is always a first aider with our workers, but should a supervisor stay with them as well?
7 years ago Are online inductions simply no more than just a box-ticking exercise? Many organisations provide contractor inductions through an online system. Is this a credible way to deliver inductions that would hold up in court?
7 years ago How long must we keep an incident form? How long do we have to keep a completed incident form?
7 years ago What procedures do we need in place for out-of-hours use of our swimming pool? Since employees may be on their own when they visit the pool, what do we need to do to fulfil our duty of care to them?
7 years ago Do we have to install fire alarms? Can you please advise if there is a legal requirement in South Australia to have a fire alarm system in place?
