Practical guides to work health and safety law and practice in NSW and Australia.
NSW’s industrial manslaughter offence commenced on 16 September 2024. Who it applies to, what has to be proven, the penalties, and practical steps to take now.
Industrial manslaughter in NSW: what business owners and officers need to know Read More »
When a growing business needs a full-time WHS manager, when part-time WHS support makes more sense, and what to look for in a WHS consultant.
Part-time WHS consultant or full-time safety manager? How to choose Read More »
How ISO 45001 certification works in Australia, from gap analysis to Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits, how long it usually takes, and the factors that drive cost.
ISO 45001 certification in Australia: steps, timeframes and what drives the cost Read More »
Psychosocial risks must be managed like any other WHS hazard. What the NSW WHS Regulation requires, the common hazards in the Code of Practice, and practical steps to identify and control them.
Psychosocial hazards at work: what NSW employers must do Read More »
Who counts as an officer under WHS laws, the six elements of due diligence, and practical steps directors and senior managers can take to meet the duty and prove it.
WHS due diligence for officers: a plain-English guide for directors and senior managers Read More »
A plain-English guide to notifiable incidents under NSW WHS laws: deaths, serious injuries and illnesses, dangerous incidents, how to notify SafeWork NSW, and how to preserve the site.
Notifiable incidents in NSW: what to report, when, and what to do next Read More »
When a Safe Work Method Statement is legally required in NSW, what it must include, who prepares it, and the common mistakes that make a SWMS worthless on site.
When do you need a SWMS in NSW? A practical guide for builders and trades Read More »
