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Flow chart: Critical incident response

22 April 2021

Following the introduction of new laws, which took effect on 1 July 2020, the VACC Workplace Relations team has conducted a number of briefings on workplace manslaughter. While the new laws do not impose additional duties on employers, the repercussions of a critical incident – such as a fatality – occurring has significantly increased.

In response to feedback, a poster has been produced to help guide members in the event of a critical incident in the workplace.

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It is important for members to ensure an adequate safety culture exists within their business. This includes:

  • identifying any potential hazards and risks to safety in the workplace by conducting regular safety inspections and putting controls in place 
  • staying on top of the maintenance and service of all relevant equipment 
  • reviewing policies and procedures to ensure relevance
  • providing adequate information, instruction, training and supervision to enable workers to complete tasks safely
  • regularly consulting workers on OHS matters and maintaining accurate record-keeping of all OHS-related training, consultation and inductions.

If members require any additional information or assistance, they are encouraged to contact the VACC OHS&E Unit.

VACC OHS&E Unit
T: 03 9829 1265
E: ohs@vacc.com.au

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