Consultation, representation and resolving health and safety issues: Guide for workers

Occupational health and safety (OHS) consultation rights and responsibilities for workers.

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On 22 September 2021 Part 7 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 was amended to enable HSRs to take photographs or measurements or make sketches or recordings in certain circumstances.

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Published: 01 Oct 2012

File type: PDF

File size: 1.18 MB

Length: 16 pages

Reading level: Easy

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This information is for workers, independent contractors and their employees. It is based on the requirements of the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OHS Act).

It explains your right to a safe and healthy workplace, and your responsibilities. The guide also covers:

designated work groups
health and safety representatives
health and safety committees
your right to be consulted
discrimination
resolving OHS issues

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