If you are operating a business, then you have a legal obligation to provide and maintain a safe and healthy workplace. This applies not just to your employees, but to anyone who may be affected by the conduct of your business, for example, visitors, customers or people who may share your place of work. You will also need to give special consideration to vulnerable workers such as young employees who may not have the experience to recognise risks. Your obligations may apply even if your employees are working overseas.
Managing work place health and safety is not only a legal obligation, but makes good business sense. By doing so, you will avoid accidents, illnesses, lower your costs, increase productivity, build employee loyalty and your reputation. Failure to comply with your legal obligations can have serious consequences. This ebook discusses everything you need to know about managing workplace hazards in Australia.
