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.