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Queensland businesses should be aware of important updates to seven Work Health and Safety (WHS) Codes of Practice taking effect from 1 September 2026. The amendments affect the following Codes of Practice: Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice 2022 Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice…
Queensland’s new Electrical Safety Regulation 2026 is set to replace the Electrical Safety Regulation 2013 from 1 September 2026. For electricians, electrical contractors, businesses and other people working with electrical installations and equipment, the change is important, but it is not a major overhaul of Queensland’s electrical safety requirements. The Queensland Government has confirmed that the 2026 Regulation does…
Australian businesses operate in an environment shaped by legislation, regulations, industry codes, Australian Standards, workplace requirements and customer expectations. While not every standard is legally mandatory, standards can play an important role in helping businesses operate safely, consistently and professionally. The challenge is that standards do not remain static. They can be revised, replaced or…
Workplace safety has always been a legal and moral responsibility for Australian businesses, but Queensland’s Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) is placing an even stronger emphasis on proactive compliance over the coming years. Through its WHS Compliance and Field Services Proactive Compliance Program 2024–2027, WHSQ is targeting high-risk industries and hazards before incidents occur,…
Whether you’re managing contractors on a construction site, engaging specialist trades, or outsourcing services, contractor compliance is a critical part of running a safe and legally compliant business in Australia. Regulators, clients, and insurers increasingly expect businesses to demonstrate that contractors meet the same standards as employees when it comes to safety, qualifications, and legal…
Construction sites across Queensland are constantly evolving environments, with workers regularly required to perform tasks on roofs, scaffolding, ladders, elevated work platforms, and partially completed structures. While working at heights is often unavoidable, falls from height continue to be one of the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities in the construction industry. Whether it’s…
