New Workplace Health and Safety Laws – are you compliant?
By David Thompson · 14 May 2012 · Employment Legislation
By David Thompson · 14 May 2012 · Employment Legislation
With millions of dollars in fines at stake, Australian businesses are scrambling to meet the latest health and safety regulations. But what do you need to do to stay compliant?
Important new Workplace Health and Safety Laws commenced around Australia on 1 January 2012, and now almost six months on, businesses should take another look at the legislation and ensure they’re complying or risk fines of up to $3 million.
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