New NSW OHS Act 2000 and Regulation 2001

From 1 September 2001 important new workplace safety laws come into effect in New South Wales.

The NSW Government has introduced the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation 2001.

The Regulation 2001 is a consolidation of all the existing regulations into a one-stop shop which is easier for unions and their members to refer to.

The new laws contain provisions that require employers to consult with employees on health and safety matters. Penalties will apply for failure to do so. It also introduces OHS Representatives and maintains OHS Committees.

Unions will be rolling out courses for their members and delegates on these changes in the New Year. For further information, contact your union or the Labor Council of NSW on 1800 688 919

PDF Copies of the new OHS Act 2000 and Regulation 2001 are available at www.workcover.nsw.gov.au

For further information

Contact	:	Mary Yaager
Phone	:	+61 2 9264 1691
Email	:	m.yaager@labor.org.au
WWW	:	http://ohsnet.labor.net.au/ohsnet/news

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