Lone Working Legislation & Policy in Australia

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in Australia

Here are the lone working and work alone acts and regulations found in Australia. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for Australia, including the guidance from Safe Work Australia. (All regulations up to date as of 04/11/2022). The Australian government defines lone workers as; “Lone workers are considered those …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for Australian Capital Territory

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in Australia

Here are the acts and regulations found in the Australian Capital Territory, related to lone working and work alone employees. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for this area, specifically for the Australian Capital Territory. Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Division 2.2Primary duty of care 19 Primary duty …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for Northern Territories

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in Northern Territories

Here are the acts and regulations found in the Northern Territories, related to lone working and work alone employees. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for this area, specifically for the Northern Territories. WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY (NATIONAL UNIFORM LEGISLATION) ACT 2011Division 2 – Primary duty of care19 – …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for South Australia

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in South Australia

Here are the acts and regulations found in South Australia, related to lone working and work alone employees. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for this area, specifically for the state of South Australia. South Australia Work Health and Safety Act 2012 Division 2—Primary duty of care 19—Primary duty …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for Victoria

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in Victoria

Here are the acts and regulations found in Victoria, related to lone working and work alone employees. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for this area, specifically for the state of Victoria. Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004  PART 3—GENERAL DUTIES RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY Division 2—Main duties …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for Tasmania

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in Tasmania

Here are the acts and regulations found in Tasmania, related to lone working and work alone employees. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for this area, specifically for the state of Tasmania. Work Health and Safety Act 2012 Tasmania  Division 3 – Further duties of persons conducting businesses or undertakings …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for Western Australia

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in Western Australia

Here are the acts and regulations found in Western Australia, related to lone working and work alone employees. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for this area, specifically for the state of Western Australia. Occupational Safety and Health Amendment Act 2018  *Division 2 — General workplace duties 19. Duties …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for Queensland

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in Queensland

In the state of Queensland, there are various acts and regulations related to lone working and work alone employees. To ensure comprehensive coverage of these policies and legislation, we have compiled all the information relevant to lone worker safety in this area. Whether you are an employer or employee, understanding the policies and regulations related …

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Lone Worker Legislation & Policy for New South Wales

Information on lone worker and work alone legislation in New South Wales

Here are the acts and regulations found in New South Wales, related to lone working and work alone employees. We cover all the lone worker policy and legislation we have found for this area, specifically for the New South Wales state. Work Health and Safety Act 2011 No 10 Division 2 Primary duty of care 19   Primary …

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Health and Safety Guidelines for Workers Exposed to Biowaste

Health and Safety Guidelines biowaste

The handling of biowaste by lone workers is an area we hear more about each month.  Health and Safety Guidelines across Canada, USA, UK Australia and New Zealand all cover the unique risks assosiciated with biowaste.  In this blog, the team at SafetyON have kindly shared their thoughts on the subject. ————————- There are several …

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