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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 | |
|---|---|---|
Best practice reviewSafe Work Australia is undertaking a best practice review of the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and model WHS Regulations to consider best practice approaches in the context of strengthening and maintaining harmonisation of WHS laws. |
05:00 pm (AEDT) Sunday 08 March 2026 | |
Asbestos Framework ReviewSafe Work Australia is reviewing how asbestos risks are managed and how asbestos-containing materials are safely removed. The review will look at possible changes to the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations for asbestos and related Codes of Practice and guidance materials. |
11:59 pm (AEST) Sunday 26 April 2026 | |
Improving dispute resolution under the model WHS laws consultationSafe Work Australia is consulting on improving dispute resolution under the model work health and safety (WHS) laws. All stakeholders with an interest in dispute resolution under the model WHS laws are encouraged to participate in the consultation. |
11:59 pm (AEST) Friday 17 April 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.
