Officer responsibilities

This information is designed to help WA organisations and their associated workforces (including volunteers) understand the new Work Health and Safety laws.

Volunteers and volunteer organisations at the workplace

Understanding work health and safety laws for workers and volunteers.

Person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU)

The WHS Act and accompanying regulations came into effect on 31 March 2022. Download the Act Download the regulations.

WHS service providers

This information is designed to help WA organisations and their associated workforces (including volunteers) understand the Work Health and Safety laws. 

Consultation and worker representation

Importance of consultation between employers, workers and health and safety representatives is essential.

Labour hire arrangements

Labour hire arrangements in WA are covered by the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS Act) and associated regulations.

Workers and others at the workplace

Workers have health and safety obligations and play an important role in helping to keep a workplace healthy and safe.