WHS consultation

Work health and safety consultation statement

The primary medium for consultation on health and safety matters is direct dialogue between supervisors/managers and workers acting under their instruction.

Consultation at this level is fundamental to the successful management of work health and safety (WHS) risks.

Consultation on WHS issues must be meaningful and effective to allow each worker to contribute to decisions that may affect their health, safety and welfare at work. All workers will be given the opportunity to express their views and contribute in a timely manner to the resolution of WHS issues that affect them. These views will be valued and taken into account by those making decisions.

Each manager and supervisor is required to consult with workers acting under their instruction whenever:

• risks associated with workplace activities are being assessed and decisions are being made about the control of these risks, and;
• changes are proposed to the facilities, equipment, substances or systems of work.

The consultation process is consistent with the University’s OHS Policy, which makes a commitment to providing a healthy and safe environment for University staff, students and visitors, and assigns responsibilities for achieving this.