Posts filed under: HSR (Health and Safety Representatives) and Committees

HSR (Health and Safety Representatives) and Committees

Advance OHS Submission to the 2026 Review of the Work Health and Safety Scheme

Advance OHS has made a submission to the NSW Parliament’s 2026 Review of the Work Health and Safety Scheme, drawing on our experience as an approved provider of Health and Safety Representative (HSR) training in New South Wales. The review,... Read More

Industrial Manslaughter Conviction in Queensland: Key WHS Lessons for Australian Workplaces

The first successful industrial manslaughter Queensland conviction in the mining sector has sent a clear message to employers across Australia. In March 2026, Mastermyne Crinum Operations Pty Ltd was found guilty of industrial manslaughter by a jury at the District... Read More

Does it pay to care? Workplace Safety and Return-to-Work Strategies for Businesses and Individuals

The Importance of Psychosocial Factors in Work Injury ManagementResearch emphasises the significant role of psychosocial factors such as workplace culture, early communication, and support systems in influencing recovery and RTW outcomes. Workplaces that respond to injuries in a fair, constructive,... Read More

How to become a Health and Safety Representative in NSW

There is a specific procedure that must be followed in order to become a Health and Safety Representative (HSR) in New South Wales (NSW) as required by NSW WHS Act. By advocating for workers’ interests in health and safety issues, HSRs play a... Read More