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We recognise the important role of the community in developing Australia’s work health and safety (WHS) and workers’ compensation policy. So we want to consult with you – our community workers, WHS professionals, academics, owners and operators of businesses. We want to engage our community, in the decisions that affect your working lives.
| Consultation topic | Closing date | |
|---|---|---|
Impact Analysis for Crane Licensing ReviewThis consultation seeks advice and information from stakeholders on the impact of 7 proposed options to the High Risk Work (HRW) licensing framework for crane operations. |
11:59 pm (AEST) Monday 04 May 2026 | |
Improving work health and safety for workers using crowd platformsSafe Work Australia is seeking feedback on any gaps in the regulation of crowd platform arrangements under the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and potential options to address any identified gaps, such as introducing a new duty in the model WHS Act that would apply to crowd platform operators. |
11:59 pm (AEST) Sunday 24 May 2026 | |
Improving the safety of quad bikes used in the workplaceSafe Work Australia is consulting on options to improve the safety of quad bikes when used in the workplace. |
11:59 pm (AEST) Monday 01 June 2026 |
Our Consultation Hub makes it easy to have your say on national work health and safety and workers’ compensation policy.
The Consultation Hub is managed by the Communications section of Safe Work Australia. If you have a question about the Consultation Hub, send us an email and we will get back to you in 2 business days.
SWA is not a regulator and cannot advise you about WHS issues in the workplace. If you need help please contact your state or territory work health and safety authority.
