Commonwealth Numbered Acts

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT 2011 (NO. 137, 2011) - SECT 48

             (1)  Consultation under this Division requires:

                     (a)  that relevant information about the matter is shared with workers; and

                     (b)  that workers be given a reasonable opportunity:

                              (i)  to express their views and to raise work health or safety issues in relation to the matter; and

                             (ii)  to contribute to the decision-making process relating to the matter; and

                     (c)  that the views of workers are taken into account by the person conducting the business or undertaking; and

                     (d)  that the workers consulted are advised of the outcome of the consultation in a timely manner.

             (2)  If the workers are represented by a health and safety representative, the consultation must involve that representative.