News article posted 21st December
Volunteer Associations, such as School canteens, responsibilites and liabilities under the new Act.
There are many organisations and individuals out there promoting a fear campaign that dramatic changes will occur and that companies must spend large amounts of money to ensure they are compliant. The ACCC recently issued a warning notice on such OHS scams. Find out more in our article.
The article covers information for Volunteer Directors and for School P & C Associations who run school canteens and may have volunteers and/or employees, and how they will be affected by the new Legislation.
News article posted 21st December
The new WHS Regulations 2011 for Queensland, based on the harmonised Model Regulations, are here, along with the 11 new ‘Priority’ Codes of Practice.
Following public comment on the draft model regulations, changes were made.
DRA Safety Specialists has already been involved in assisting our clients with ensuring a smooth transition to the new legislation. DRA Safety Specialists can be of assistance to you and your organization during this transition process. Follow the link to see the changes specific to Queensland.
News article posted 21st December
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, in response to enquiries on managing the risk of fall from height under the new legislation, have released the new legislation guide.
Read the 2 page article to find out more
