As managers face increasing pressure to do more with less and priorities continually shift, one priority remains unchanged: managers in every industry share the critical responsibility of ensuring workplace safety. This course will discuss the specific health and safety obligations attached to managerial roles and equip learners to fulfil these obligations through outlining a risk mitigation process. It will also explore the manager's role in ensuring employers adhere to workplace safety laws and describe the penalties for non-compliance.
This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.
Australia Health & Safety for Managers