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Introduction to work-related stress

This information discusses stress caused by factors in the work environment. While factors outside the workplace can contribute to a person's overall stress response, this information focuses mainly on stress that has occurred as a result of factors within the workplace. Stress can affect everyone...
Stress
07 Mar 2014

Work-related stress - Immediate assistance and support

If you have mental health concerns, you could contact one of the following helplines or organisations. Your local General Practitioner may also be of assistance. Agency or Company Telephone Contact Mental Health Emergency Response Line – for a psychiatric emergency assessment and advisory service...
Stress
07 Mar 2014

Metal machinery guarding - frequently asked questions

This page contains frequently asked questions on metal machinery guarding. What are the guarding requirements for press brakes? Press brakes and Power presses are to be guarded in accordance with Regulation 4.29 of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996. Regulation 4.29(i) introduces a...
Guarding
07 Mar 2014

Woodworking machine guarding - Frequently asked questions

This page contains frequently asked questions on woodworking machinery guarding When can the riving knife and top guard be removed on a table saw? The top guard and riving knife can only be removed when performing rebating, grooving or trenching. These tasks generally afford the operator with some...
Guarding
07 Mar 2014

Laser hazards

Laser technology is increasingly being used in workplaces. Lasers can be hazardous if appropriate controls and safe systems of work are not used. Scope of the problem Laser beams may cause damage to eyes or skin. The risk of eye injury from laser light and heat is particularly of concern as eyes...
Plant and machinery
06 Mar 2014

First aid

This page contains frequently asked questions on first aid. First aid is the immediate treatment or care given to someone suffering from an injury or illness. The initial treatment a person receives directly after an injury, accident or when a person becomes ill at work is extremely important in...
First aid
06 Mar 2014

Smoking

Information on environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) in the workplace What is Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS)? ETS is smoke from burning tobacco products that is present in the general environment and which people can inhale. It is sometimes called second-hand smoke (SHS). ETS is a complex mixture of...
Smoking
06 Mar 2014

Migrant workers

Understanding the safety and health needs of your workplace - A guide for migrant workers Available in the following languages: Arabic Bosnian Burmese English Simplified Chinese Swahili Tagalog Vietnamese In Western Australia, the law requires that a high standard of safety must be provided at your...
New and young workers
06 Mar 2014

Aggression in the workplace - Toolkits and information resources

Toolkits Sample presentation: Preventing and managing aggression in the workplace for employees Sample Aggression in the workplace prevention policy Sample Aggression in the workplace risk management toolkit Information for employers Information sheet - Family and domestic violence at the workplace...
Violence and aggression
05 Mar 2014

Aggression in the workplace - Response

Immediate response Individual reactions to aggression in the workplace can continue for a long time after the incident. If the incident and employees’ reactions are not actively managed, the impact of the incident on the organisation and employees can be more damaging. It is essential that there...
Violence and aggression
05 Mar 2014

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Publications

Award free employees minimum pay rates and entitlements summary

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This publication is a summary of pay and entitlements for award free employees. On 16 June 2023 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2023 State Wage Case decision...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

Safety alert 2/2016 - Workers exposed to chemical fumes during household waste collection

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A local government organisation held a waste collection day in early 2016, for residents to drop off items such as white goods, E-waste, vehicle batteries, engine oil, tyres and paint. Four workers...
WorkSafe
Alert
01 Aug 2018

Work Health and Safety Regulations Discussion Paper

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The Department of Commerce – WorkSafe Division has released a Discussion Paper on recommendations to amend the model Work Health and Safety Regulations (the WHS regulations) for the Western...
WorkSafe
Information
01 Jun 2016

WA award summary - Food Industry (Food Manufacturing or Processing) Award

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This publication is a summary of the Food Industry (Food Manufacturing or Processing) Award. On 16 June 2023 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2023 State Wage...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

WA award summary - Fruit Growing and Fruit Packing Industry Award

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This publication is a summary of the Fruit Growing and Fruit Packing Industry Award. On 16 June 2023 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2023 State Wage Case...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

WA award summary - Landscape Gardening Industry Award

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This publication is a summary of the Landscape Gardening Industry Award. On 16 June 2023 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2023 State Wage Case decision...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

WA award summary - Motel, Hostel, Service Flats and Boarding House Workers Award

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This publication is a summary of the Motel, Hostel, Service Flats and Boarding House Workers Award. This award is likely to apply to employees working for motels and other accommodation. Employees...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

WA award summary - Dental Technicians and Attendant / Receptionists Award

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This publication is a summary of the Dental Technicians and Attendant / Receptionists Award. On 16 June 2023 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2023 State Wage...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

WA award summary - Hotel and Tavern Workers Award

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This publication is a summary of the Hotel and Tavern Workers Award. This award is likely to apply to employees working for hotels. Employees working for motels are likely to be covered by the Motel...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

WA award summary - Transport Workers (General) Award

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This publication is a summary of the Transport Workers (General) Award. On 16 June 2023 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2023 State Wage Case decision...
Labour Relations
Fact sheet
29 Jun 2023

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Announcements

Industrial inspectors recovered $377,990 in unpaid wages and entitlements in 2018–19

Private Sector Labour Relations industrial inspectors helped employees to recover over $377,990 in unpaid entitlements in the 2018–19 financial year. 168 complaints lodged with Private Sector Labour Relations resulted in $310,315 being recovered for employees whilst $67,675 was recovered as a result of proactive audits in targeted industries. Wageline also answered more than 13,026 calls, sent...
Labour Relations
Department News
02 Dec 2019

New workplace safety laws tabled in Parliament

The State Government today tabled the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Bill in Parliament, paving the way for more modern workplace safety laws that apply to all industries. For more information Media statement - Hon Bill Johnston MLA Work Health and Safety Bill 2019
WorkSafe
Alert
27 Nov 2019

Christmas is just around the corner – know your obligations

It is that time of the year where people are getting their last minute Christmas shopping done and many businesses are preparing to wind down for the holiday period. Although it is a time for some employers and employees to switch off and take a break, it is important to understand your employment obligations over the festive holiday period. This season’s public holidays are: Christmas Day,...
Labour Relations
Department News
23 Dec 2019

Christmas – New Year 2019–20 public holiday information

The Christmas/ New Year period is fast approaching and it is important to understand public holiday obligations for the festive season. This season's public holidays are: Christmas Day, Wednesday 25 December 2019 Boxing Day, Thursday 26 December 2019 New Year's Day, Wednesday 1 January 2020 Employers and employees should be aware of their employment obligations on these public holidays. The...
Labour Relations
Department News
28 Nov 2019

WorkSafe prosecutes building company involved in backpacker death

WorkSafe has initiated prosecution action against the building company that employed a labour hire backpacker who died as a result of a fall in 2016. WorkSafe’s investigation was conducted as a result of that death, and while no charges have been laid in relation to the incident, other breaches were identified during the course of the investigation and this prosecution is the result. Hanssen Pty...
WorkSafe
Media release
07 Nov 2019

Employee or subcontractor

It is important to understand the difference between whether a worker is an employee or a subcontractor as different obligations apply. For example, if a worker is legally an employee but they are instead engaged as a subcontractor, they may be entitled to claim for unpaid leave entitlements, penalty rates and superannuation. A subcontractor is not an employee, but rather a worker running their...
Labour Relations
Department News
07 Nov 2019

WorkSafe investigates death of worker at Wootatting

WorkSafe is investigating the work-related death of a 63-year-old truck driver at a workplace in Wootatting (near York) yesterday. The man was believed to have been performing repair or maintenance work on a truck in a workshop when he was caught between the wheel arch and the tyre. Inspectors travelled to the site last night and will continue to closely examine the circumstances of the incident...
WorkSafe
Media release
06 Nov 2019

Child care centre program reveals problems with hazardous substances

A proactive inspection program looking at safety issues in WA’s child care centres has revealed a widespread lack of risk assessment and training in hazardous substances. The program, which included both government and private childcare centres in metropolitan and regional areas of the State, was undertaken because child care was a relatively new work area and had not been closely examined for...
WorkSafe
Media release
05 Nov 2019

WorkSafe looks at safety issues in tower cranes on construction sites

WorkSafe is conducting a proactive inspection program to look at safety issues relating to tower cranes in service at WA construction sites. The program will continue until the end of the 2019/20 financial year, and will include tower cranes on construction sites in both metropolitan and regional areas of the State. WorkSafe Director Sally North said today an inspection program was being...
WorkSafe
Media release
31 Oct 2019

Warning on vehicle movement after Coronial Inquest

WorkSafe has issued a reminder on the safe movement of vehicles on worksites after the results of a Coronial Inquest into the death of a postal worker in 2015 were released. WorkSafe WA Commissioner Darren Kavanagh said today employers needed to ensure safe systems of work were developed and implemented in workplaces where vehicles and workers were present in the same area. “Wherever vehicles and...
WorkSafe
Media release
23 Oct 2019

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