Health and Safety Representative of the Year

This category acknowledges elected health and safety representatives (HSRs) (who have been elected under section 54 of the Health and Safety Act) and who have represented their designated work group in an outstanding manner.

 

About this award category

This category acknowledges elected health and safety representatives (HSRs) who have represented their designated work group in an outstanding manner.

If you know an individual who has been elected under section 54 of the Health and Safety Act who is leading the way in health and safety, submit an entry so we can share their stories and celebrate their success.

Please note

  • If you are not an elected HSR, you may consider a submission in the OHS Leadership/Achievement category.
  • Please ensure you only complete one entry for every health and safety representative nomination.

Judging criteria

Keep this criteria in mind as this is what the assessment and judging panels will be assessing your entries with.

Commitment

To what extent does the HSR demonstrate commitment to workplace health and safety and representation?

Representation

To what extent does the HSR foster representation and communication in the workplace?

Functions

To what extent does the HSR fulfil their powers and function under the Act?

Achievements

Are the achievements outstanding considering the barriers faced?

Hear from a past winner

‘Health and Safety Representative of the Year’ Award Winner 2022 – Sheila Narayan, Office of the Public Advocate

After you enter

The entry and judging process explains what happens from the time you enter through to the announcement of the winners.