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Get the tools to support your young workers

We have a library of practical online tools and resources for employers. 

 

A library of tools

The tools below have been designed to help you support your workers, with a focus on new-starters and young workers who are especially vulnerable in a new workplace. 

Tools and resources for employers

Workplace induction checklists  

Set your new-starters up for success.

Workplace occupational health and safety (OHS) training  

How often do you review your OHS training? 

Role clarity and effective supervision  

Role clarity and safety supervision is crucial for all workers – especially young workers and those new to the workplace.

Workplace consultation guide and checklist  

How and when to consult with your employees about health and safety at work.

Draft policy templates  

Practical templates for creating a range of policies in your workplace.

Practical risk assessment tools  

Interactive tools to help identify the hazards most commonly-faced by your workers, and control the risks. Suitable for all industries.

Creating a culture that protects young workers

When young workers know that health and safety is important in the workplace, they are more likely to follow safety procedures, raise issues and promote a culture that keeps everyone safe.

Young workers often look to leaders and co-workers to better understand workplace health and safety culture – start the conversation today!

Talking to young workers about health and safety

Two workers - 1 who is indigenous - working with solar panels.

Information for employers

Good leadership helps protect young workers from illness and injury.

Get the information

Would you work for you? | General Safety | 30 sec

Would you work for you? | Physical Safety | 30 sec

Related information

Young workers  

Young workers aged 15 – 24 are at most risk of injury in their first six months at work.

Fall prevention  

Everything about fall prevention in one place.

OHS responsibilities and duties  

Your obligations and duties to create a safe work environment.

More resources

Fair Work Ombudsman Australian Government  

Employing young workers.

Incolink  

Bluehats programs help workers in the construction industry who are doing it tough.

Victorian Government  

Do I need a Working with Children Check?