Second report of the National Review into Model OHS Laws

The second report of the National Review into Model OHS Laws contains findings and makes recommendations on the following:

  • scope and coverage, including definitions;
  • workplace-based consultation, participation and representation provisions, including the appointment, powers and functions of health and safety representatives and/or committees;
  • enforcement and compliance, including the role and powers of OHS inspectors, and the application of enforcement tools including codes of practice;
  • regulation-making powers and administrative processes, including mechanisms for improving cross-jurisdictional cooperation and dispute resolution;
  • permits and licensing arrangements for those engaged in high risk work and the use of certain plant and hazardous substances;
  • the role of OHS regulatory agencies in providing education, advice and assistance to duty holders; and
  • other matters the review panel has identified as being important to health and safety that should be addressed in a model OHS Act.
 

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