10 years ago Can we dismiss a worker with self-inflicted health issues? What is fair dismissal when someone is unfit for work?
10 years ago Can we charge workers for their own personal protective equipment? If a worker leaves the company within 3 months of employment, can they be back-charged for PPE?
10 years ago What happens if we don't have water at our business? Are there any regulations about whether a business should open or close if the water is disconnected for a day?
10 years ago Are we required to have health and safety representatives in each state? Is it a requirement for us to have health and safety representatives in each state?
10 years ago How do we select health and safety committee members? Is there a ratio of how many people to include from different departments?
10 years ago How do we implement a contractor management system? Can you tell me the extent of my obligation and limit of my liability while engaging contractors?
10 years ago What are the requirements for tractor-mounted forklifts? Do operators need a forklift licence? What standard (if any) do they fall under?
10 years ago Should we have a trained return to work coordinator? Should we have a trained return to work coordinator?
10 years ago What obligations do we have in relation to EpiPens? As an employer, what are our obligations to a worker who carries an EpiPen?
10 years ago Can we re-skill an injured worker? Can the business or our insurer pay for him to do a training course?
10 years ago What are our health and safety responsibilities and/or liabilities relating to children visiting the workplace? What are our health and safety responsibilities and/or liabilities in relation to workers brining their kids to work?
10 years ago Are we liable for after-hours sports in the workplace? If we allow this to happen, would our business be liable for any injuries that may occur?
10 years ago What are the requirements for having trained first aiders? What are the requirements for having trained first aiders?
10 years ago Is there any exception for having a trained first aider in your business? Is there any exception for having a trained first aider in your business should you be in the vicinity of a doctor’s surgery or medical centre?
10 years ago Can we make adjustments recommended by an acupuncturist? Should we consider this doctor’s recommendation? Is it the same as getting this recommendation from a GP?
