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employer obligations

New Model Code of Practice on Biological Hazards: What Employers Need to Know

Safe Work Australia has released a Model Code of Practice on managing biological hazards. It applies far more broadly than most employers expect, to any workplace where workers may be exposed to organic matter, body fluids, waste, food, animals or... Read More

SafeWork NSW Updates Eight Codes of Practice – What Changes on 1 July 2026

SafeWork NSW has revised eight Codes of Practice, in effect from 22 May 2026. From 1 July 2026, a change to the WHS Act means PCBUs must comply with an applicable Code or provide a standard of health and safety... 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