10 years ago Are we required to provide all PPE, including clothing and work boots? Are we required to provide all clothing, including work boots, in respect of PPE?
10 years ago What is the responsibility of a worker when they know they have an infectious or communicable disease? What is the responsibility of a worker when they know they have an infectious or communicable disease?
10 years ago If a worker has HIV or hepatitis, does the worker have a right to keep such a condition to themselves? Does a worker have a right to keep a condition to themselves and let their employer rely on universal precautions for protection of other workers and clients?
10 years ago Do fire wardens have to be available around the clock? Should we have trained fire wardens on all shifts? Also, is there a need to have deputy fire wardens?
10 years ago What is the liability of a first aider? If a first aider with current first aid qualifications is appointed to administer first aid in the workplace, will they be exposed to possible legal action for providing first aid?
10 years ago Is there a requirement that the kitchen has to be clean? Is there a requirement that the kitchen has to be clean (including the sink and surrounding area) under WHS rules?
10 years ago Are the owners of the building required to have fire extinguishers and/or fire blankets installed in the kitchen? Are the building owners required to install fire extinguishers or blankets in the kitchen or nearby areas?
10 years ago Are we required to find alternate duties for workers with non-work-related injuries? Could I please get advice on the business’s requirements for finding alternate duties for staff with a non-work-related injury?
10 years ago Can we incorporate a drug and alcohol testing component in a fitness for duty assessment? Can we incorporate a drug and alcohol testing component in a fitness for duty assessment?
10 years ago Do you provide much credence to online training as refresher courses? We have trained fire wardens who undertake annual refresher online courses. Do you provide much credence to online training as refresher courses?
11 years ago Can we test workers we suspect are using drugs? Would we have reasonable cause to request consent in writing to undergo drug testing?
11 years ago If a vehicle is provided by the employer through a car hire firm and there is an accident, who has a duty of care? If a vehicle is provided by the employer through a car hire firm and there is an accident, who has a duty of care, and who is liable for workers’ compensation and damages?
11 years ago If the employer provides accommodation and there is an accident, who is responsible for duty of care? If the employer provides accommodation and there is an accident to an employee at that accommodation due to inadequate lighting, who is responsible for duty of care, workers’ compensation and damages?
11 years ago Can we deduct sick leave for a work-related injury? A worker was off work for one day due to a minor injury, and did not request that a WorkCover form be completed at this time. Can this be sick leave?
11 years ago Are small businesses obligated to have a health and safety representative? We are only a small not-for-profit organisation with a staff of seven office workers. Are we obligated to have a health and safety representative?
