The Commonwealth, states and territories regulate and enforce WHS laws.
WHS laws in your jurisdiction
We collect, analyse and publish data and information on work health and safety and workers' compensation.
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Key work health and safety statistics
We publish a wide range of resources covering many work health and safety topics.
Read our Codes of Practice
Resources on workplace bullying
Model Code of Practice: Managing psychosocial hazards at work
Workplace violence and aggression – guidance for small business
Preventing workplace sexual harassment – guidance for small business
Model Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks
Lifeline 13 11 14
Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
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.
In some circumstances, an order to prevent or stop a worker being bullied can be made under the Fair Work Act 2009 by contacting the Fair Work Commission.
The Australian Human Rights Commission investigates and resolves complaints (under federal laws) of bullying based on a person’s sex, disability, race or age. It can also investigate and resolve complaints of workplace bullying based on a person’s criminal record, trade union activity, political opinion, religion or social origin.
There are a number of services available to people who are feeling depressed, stressed or anxious as a result of bullying behaviour. They include:
