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Industrial Manslaughter Laws Passed By Nsw Parliament
On June 20, 2024, the NSW Parliament enacted the Work Health and Safety Amendment (Industrial Manslaughter) Bill into law. This legislation introduces the offence of industrial manslaughter, punishable by prison terms of up to 25 years for individuals and fines of up to $20 million for companies.
Grocer commits to massive chemical safety overhaul to avoid court
A grill fire in a café’s kitchen sparked eight safety charges and over $500K worth of safety improvements after a worker was seriously burned. Read about the safety upgrades in the employer’s enforceable undertaking.
Paramedic loses battle to avoid transfer after misconduct: FWC
When a worker disputed Ambulance Victoria’s right under its Enterprise Agreement to discipline him for misconduct by transferring him to a distant work location, the Fair Work Commission knocked him back. Read why.
Is a Health and Safety Representative Required by Law?
Construction sites are no strangers to strict WHS rules, but where do Health and Safety Representatives fit in? Understand your obligations and what happens when workers request one.