10 years ago What can we do if a project manager has ignored safety issues? Legally, can he screw up a genuine hazard card just because he doesn’t like what’s been written?
10 years ago Can we issue a warning based on complaints from the general public? What should we do when members of the public have complained about one of our drivers?
10 years ago Are there requirements for where fire extinguishers are located? Are there requirements for where fire extinguishers are located? For example, do they have to have a clearance zone?
10 years ago What obligations do we have to children visiting the workplace? If children are in the workplace, does this mean that all or any of our workers need a Working with Children Check?
10 years ago Can you clarify who can demand access to a workplace without prior notification? Who can demand access to the workplace without prior notification?
10 years ago When do after-work drinks become work-related functions? If staff bring their own alcohol to socialise after hours in the staffroom, is this still considered a work-related function because it is using the workplace as a venue?
10 years ago Is wearing hats for sun protection mandatory? Is this policy in breach of the Work Health and Safety Act (WHS Act)?
10 years ago Are we liable for transport we provide? If a bus is provided by the employer to collect workers, is the employer liable for duty of care, workers’ compensation and damages?
10 years ago If workers bring home-cooked food into the workplace lunchroom and somebody gets sick, can they claim workers’ compensation? If workers bring home-cooked food into the workplace lunchroom and somebody gets sick, can they claim workers’ compensation?
10 years ago May we set up our own health and safety committee and manage it according to our own internal procedure? Are we legally exposed by not following the OHS Act and having voted in HSRs and designated work groups?
10 years ago Do we have to establish a health and safety committee? Is it necessary to have a health and safety committee if there are 20 or more workers in a business?
10 years ago When can union representatives act for their workers in disciplinary matters relating to health and safety? When do we have to allow workers access to union representation when disciplining them in relation to safety in the workplace?
10 years ago Are there age restrictions on heavy lifting? Are there any age restrictions in relation to heavy lifting?
10 years ago How do we create a first aid procedure? Can you offer any advice on creating a first aid procedure?
10 years ago Are we required to provide treatment for a repetitive strain injury? What are our obligations for a repetitive strain injury?
