New legislation purposed with aligning South Australia’s workplace safety laws with the nation’s harmonised standards, are now being implemented.
Starting January 1, the states WHS Act 2012 took over where the Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act 1986 left off. This change means that SA has joined NSW, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory in their adoption of the OHS Harmonisation laws.
SafeWork SA acting director Robin Scott reports that the new legislation will basically be aligned with existing requirements resulting in a minimal impact on businesses throughout the state.
OHS Harmonised laws are expected to ensure consistency in protection and national recognition of certification and training for interstate workers in addition to reducing compliance costs for employers who throughout various states.
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