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Dangerous incident

If a ‘dangerous incident’ arises through the conduct of a business or undertaking the regulator must be notified immediately. Where the dangerous incident is currently life-threatening, the PCBU should ensure the regulator is notified by calling 1800 678 198 (24 hours). Where the dangerous incident...
Report an incident
29 Jun 2022

Managing the risk of falls at workplaces

How can I comply with the work health and safety laws? Under the Work Health and Safety and Regulations 2022 (WHS Regulations), duty holders will be required to manage the risk of falls at workplaces, as prescribed by the following regulations: Regulation 78 Management of risk of fall Regulations...
Slips and trips and falls
17 Jun 2022

Complaints about bullying, sexual harassment or assault

WorkSafe takes a systems-based approach to the prevention of inappropriate workplace behaviours such as bullying, harassment including sexual harassment and workplace violence/aggression including sexual assault . WorkSafe inquiries focus on the systems in place at a workplace to prevent and manage...
Ask a question or make a complaint
22 Mar 2022

Asbestos-containing materials within government-controlled buildings, land and infrastructure

Western Australian State Government and local government agencies are required to identify and assess the risks associated with asbestos-containing materials within government-controlled buildings, land and infrastructure as part of the National Strategic Plan for Asbestos Awareness and Management...
Asbestos
15 Mar 2021

Modernisation of Work Health and Safety Laws - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Questions asked during Safe Work Month Webinar on 30 October 2020 have been compiled along with the department's responses. Commencement When did the Work Health and Safety Act receive assent? The Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS Act) was assented to by the Governor on 10 November 2020. However...
Legislation, codes and guidance materials
18 Dec 2020

Vaping

Electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes, often called ‘vapes’, are electronic devices designed to produce an aerosol that is inhaled into the lungs. There are many different styles of vapes available and they can be difficult to spot. The biggest misunderstanding about vapes is that they are harmless...
Smoking
14 Feb 2020

Commissioner for Consumer Protection

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Patricia Blake January 2023 - Current Patricia Blake (known as Trish) became Commissioner for Consumer Protection and Executive Director for Consumer Protection in January 2023. Prior to becoming Commissioner Trish has been the Director of Retail and Services within Consumer Protection and worked...
About us
29 Mar 2017

Toolbox and information resources - Public sector

Workplace Safety and Health for CEOs Public Sector Safety, Health and Injury Management OSH in Regional Local Government checklist Local government - Frequently asked questions - Asbestos Industry checklist - asbestos in state and local government
Public sector
02 Mar 2017

Videos

Check out WorkSafe’s range of videos. These videos are free to view and can be used by workplaces, people who are studying safety and health and for training and teaching purposes. General information Hazard awareness Managing the risk of falls at workplaces Falling from one level to another is a...
Other resources and guidance
30 May 2014

Consumer Protection office locations

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Consumer Protection has one metropolitan Perth office and six regional locations in Western Australia. Need to submit a payment? Cashier counter services are located at the Cannington office , you can lodge payments for: tenancy bonds; licence and registration applications; and associations,...
Contact Consumer Protection
29 Apr 2014

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Publications

What to do if a worker has COVID-19

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Safe Work Australia has created an easy to follow infographic to advise workplaces on the steps they should take if a worker comes down with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19.
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Information
23 Sep 2021

Western Australian framework and strategy for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders

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The Western Australian strategy and framework for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders are intended as useful resources for stakeholders who can influence...
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Information
11 Feb 2020

(Archived) Review Process Summary – Develop Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia

THIS DOCUMENT IS NO LONGER CURRENT AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE FOR HISTORICAL PURPOSES ONLY. The public comment period on the Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia closed on 26...
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Information
14 Aug 2024

What does a health and safety representative do?

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An informative poster outlining the role of a health and safety representative.
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Poster
09 Aug 2022

(Archived) Review Process Summary – Develop Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia

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Public comment period has now closed regarding the regulations that will support the proposed Work Health and Safety Act for Western Australia (WHS Act (WA)). THIS DOCUMENT IS NO LONGER CURRENT AND...
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Information
27 May 2021

A guide to setting up your workstation

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The following checklist is a step-by-step approach designed to be used when employees are located at a new workstation or whenever their tasks change. When setting up the position of this furniture...
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Guide / handbook
13 Dec 2018

Industry checklist - Education

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This checklist has been developed to highlight safety issues for workers in education and provides information on how to best manage those risks to minimise workplace injuries and comply with...
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Checklist
06 Nov 2019

WorkSafe and RiskCover Forum - Creating and maintaining psychologically healthy workplaces

On 15 November 2016 Ali Burston and Frank Pansini presented at the WorkSafe and RiskCover Forum. This forum included: case study presentations from guest speakers; WorkSafe WA presenting the results...
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Information
29 Nov 2017

OSH newsletter - Parks and gardens

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This occupational safety and health (OSH) newsletter has been developed to provide information and assistance to employers, self-employed persons, persons having control of workplaces and employees...
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Checklist
06 Oct 2017

Workplace Safety and Health for CEOs

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The public sector is Western Australia’s largest employer with more than 150,000 people and many of its occupations are hazardous. Each year over 5,000 public servants are injured at work. Safety and...
WorkSafe
Information
02 Mar 2017

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