healthy, safe and productive working lives will independently implement activities within the scope of their interests. The builds on the work of the and provides a framework to drive improvements in work This first annual progress report, covering health and safety (WHS) in Australia. It the period 1 October 2012 to 30 September promotes a collaborative approach between 2013 provides a snapshot of the diverse the Commonwealth, state and territory activities undertaken by Safe Work Australia governments, industry and unions and other and Safe Work Australia Members. organisations to achieve the vision of healthy, safe and productive working lives. The case studies included in this report and on reflect just some of the innovative The Australian Strategy sets activities being undertaken by Safe Work reduced incidence of work-related Australia, WHS regulators, employer injury and illness, achieved by organisations and unions. reduced exposure to hazards and risks using The following snapshot of activities shows improved hazard controls and supported the strong commitment between by jurisdictions, industries, unions, researchers an improved work health and safety and professional associations to collaborate infrastructure. and to create healthier, safer and more productive working lives for Australians. Figure 1: The Australian Strategy Development of the began in 2011 with an extensive consultation process across Australia involving industry organisations, unions, government representatives, leading businesses, academics and professional practitioners and community The action areas focus national strategic activity on areas which collectively are expected to organisations. result in the greatest improvement in WHS. The Australian Strategy was formally endorsed by Workplace Relations Ministers, the ACTU, ACCI and the Ai Group and launched by the Commonwealth Minister on Why is the design of structures, plant 31 October 2012. and substances important? In 2012-13 vehicle collisions, being hit by Activities to support the Australian Strategy moving or falling objects and falls from are being coordinated by It is the , in heights remained the most common cause particular the WHS regulators, who of worker death and traumatic injuries in collectively and individually implement Australia. specific policies, programs and services to support improvements in Australian The most effective and durable of workplaces. creating a healthy and safe working environment is to eliminate hazards and As the Australian Strategy evolves it is risks during the design of new plant, anticipated businesses and organisations structures, substances and technology and with a commitment to achieving the vision of
The builds on the work of the and provides a framework to drive improvements in work health and safety (WHS) in Australia. It promotes a collaborative approach between the Commonwealth, state and territory governments, industry and unions and other organisations to achieve the vision of healthy, safe and productive working lives. The Australian Strategy sets reduced incidence of work-related injury and illness, achieved by reduced exposure to hazards and risks using improved hazard controls and supported by an improved work health and safety infrastructure. Figure 1: The Australian Strategy Development of the began in 2011 with an extensive consultation process across Australia involving industry organisations, unions, government representatives, leading businesses, academics and professional practitioners and community organisations. The Australian Strategy was formally endorsed by Workplace Relations Ministers, the ACTU, ACCI and the Ai Group and launched by the Commonwealth Minister on 31 October 2012. Activities to support the Australian Strategy are being coordinated by It is the , in particular the WHS regulators, who collectively and individually implement specific policies, programs and services to support improvements in Australian workplaces. As the Australian Strategy evolves it is anticipated businesses and organisations with a commitment to achieving the vision of healthy, safe and productive working lives will independently implement activities within the scope of their interests. This first annual progress report, covering the period 1 October 2012 to 30 September 2013 provides a snapshot of the diverse activities undertaken by Safe Work Australia and Safe Work Australia Members. The case studies included in this report and on reflect just some of the innovative activities being undertaken by Safe Work Australia, WHS regulators, employer organisations and unions. The following snapshot of activities shows the strong commitment between jurisdictions, industries, unions, researchers and professional associations to collaborate and to create healthier, safer and more productive working lives for Australians. The action areas focus national strategic activity on areas which collectively are expected to result in the greatest improvement in WHS. Why is the design of structures, plant and substances important? In 2012-13 vehicle collisions, being hit by moving or falling objects and falls from heights remained the most common cause of worker death and traumatic injuries in Australia. The most effective and durable of creating a healthy and safe working environment is to eliminate hazards and risks during the design of new plant, structures, substances and technology and
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