The resources sector has welcomed the results of an independent review into work health and safety (WHS) legislation, which found that the laws are operating as intended, but has raised concerns with some of the recommendations made.
The review, conducted by Safe Work Australia, made 34 recommendations to enhance the WHS framework, including making regulations on psychological health, higher penalties and other measures to strengthen the compliance and enforcement framework and enhance deterrence, and clarifying requirements for meaningful WHS consultation, representation and participation to improve safety outcomes.