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WHS transition arrangements

This information is designed to help WA organisations and their associated workforces (including volunteers) understand the work health and safety laws. Amendments to Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 (WHS General Regulations) and Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 (WHS...
Work health and safety laws
30 Nov 2022

Class exemptions

The regulator can grant a group of people an exemption from complying with a regulation of the Work Health and Safety Regulations. These are referred to as a class exemptions. It is important to read class exemptions closely to see if they apply to you, and if you cannot meet all of the conditions...
Class exemptions
30 Nov 2022

Notifiable incident

A notifiable incident is the death of a person, a serious injury or illness of a person or a dangerous incident that occurs due to business or workplace activities. Notifiable incidents may relate to any person who is a worker, contractor, visitor, member of the public or volunteer. Need to report...
Report an incident
01 Jul 2022

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

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

Resolving complaints with charity collectors

Conduct of collectors The reputation of a charitable organisation can impact its ability to fundraise and collectors need to be respectful in their dealings with the public. Any information provided about the nature of the organisation or how donations will be used must be true and correct. If...
Donating to charitable purposes
17 Jul 2020

Protect yourself from charity scams

The public’s generosity when responding to a disaster or tragic event is seen by scammers as an opportunity to profit from other people’s misfortune. The best way to avoid being scammed, is to deal directly with licensed charities. Follow these tips to ensure that your donations get to the right...
Donating to charitable purposes
17 Jul 2020

Charity collection types

There are a variety of ways to raise money for charitable purposes. Before commencing any fundraising activity, an organisation should make sure that it is familiar with any relevant legislative requirements and any necessary permits are in place. Door to door collections A licence holder may carry...
Fundraising activities
17 Jul 2020

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Publications

Managing COVID-19 risks in the workplace

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Employers (or persons conducting a business or undertaking) have a duty under OSH or WHS legislation to eliminate, or if that is not reasonable practicable, minimise the risks of COVID-19 at the...
WorkSafe
Information
18 Feb 2022

Information sheet - Family and domestic violence at the workplace

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Employers have a duty of care under occupational safety and health laws (OSH) to ensure workers are not exposed to hazards in the workplace, as far as practicable. The workplace can be defined...
WorkSafe
Information
22 Nov 2021

Clean up after cyclones, storms or floods - information sheet

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It's important for employers and workers to be prepared for the risks associated with cleaning up after a natural disaster. This publication has important health and safety information for cleaning...
WorkSafe
Information
05 Jan 2023

Safety bulletin - 01/2021 - Hazards associated with the use of e-cigarette devices

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On 11 January 2021, the Department received a report of an incident at a mine site where an electronic cigarette (vape) battery spontaneously ignited in a worker’s pocket while he was travelling in a...
WorkSafe
Bulletin
23 Feb 2021

Licence Reform program

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The Digital DMIRS Strategy seeks to improve the department’s operations and service delivery through the effective use of technology. Some goals of the strategy are to modernise digital systems and...
Corporate
Information
23 Dec 2020

Guidelines on the Duties of committee members for Associations

Purpose of the Guideline This Guideline assists the public to understand the circumstances where the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety - Consumer Protection Division (...
Consumer Protection
Guidance note
04 Dec 2023

COVID-19 coronavirus – Statement of Regulatory Intent

Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety – Consumer Protection Division – Associations Incorporation Act 2015 (WA) – Regulatory approach in response to COVID-19 This Statement sets...
Consumer Protection
Notice
04 Dec 2023

WA charitable collections self-check

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Self-check to help your Governing Body (i.e. Management Committee or Board) identify any areas of non-compliance with the Charitable Collections Act 1946 . Checklist for: Management responsibilities...
Consumer Protection
Checklist
02 Mar 2023

Financial reporting for charitable collectors in WA

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Organisations who collect donations from the public for charitable purposes are required to keep collection records and prepare financial reports under the Charitable Collections Act 1946 (the Act)...
Consumer Protection
Fact sheet
17 Jul 2020

Charity collection types

There are a variety of ways to raise money for charitable purposes. Before commencing any fundraising activity, an organisation should make sure that it is familiar with any relevant legislative...
Consumer Protection
Information
17 Jul 2020

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Announcements

Family in mourning, community leaders and the ABC win awards

A family in mourning over the death of a child from toppling furniture has won a Consumer Protection Award, along with a consumer advocate, a community support group and an ABC reporter. The winners were announced by Commerce Minister John Quigley during a presentation breakfast at the University Club of WA. Reef Kite was almost two years old when he was killed in October 2015 when a chest of...
Consumer Protection
Media release
06 Mar 2019

Commissioner's Blog: Choose charities carefully

With Acting Consumer Protection Commissioner Gary Newcombe The Syrian refugee crisis has prompted an outpouring of public support for those in need of aid. Consumer Protection would like to remind Western Australians, who try to make a difference through charitable donations, to choose an established humanitarian charity. Charities in Western Australia need to be licensed and you can check...
Consumer Protection
Department News
25 Sep 2015

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