The WHS Series

Back to basics: WHS law in six quick guides.

Workplace bullying is a serious risk – and preventing it starts with understanding your role under WHS law.

That’s why we’ve developed an introductory series explaining the general WHS principles and obligations that everyone in the workplace must abide by.

This series of six guides provide an overview of those health and safety duties owed by each type of duty holder and describe how important it is to incorporate good consultation and management commitment practices into your workplace.

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Important points to be aware of

This guide provides an overview of important points to remember about WHS laws.

Who owes a H&S duty? Everyone!

This guide explains how everyone in the workplace owes a H&S duty.

What are the H&S duties owed by each type of duty holder?

This guide explains which H&S duty (or duties) apply to each type of duty holder.

This guide explains the risk management process that a PCBU must follow under WHS laws.

How a PCBU manages its risks – The process

How a PCBU manages its risks – Management commitment

This guide explains how a PCBU manages its risks by incorporating management commitment.

This guide explains how a PCBU manages its risks by complying with its duties to consult.

How a PCBU manages its risks – Consultation