Free webinars on new work health and safety laws

WorkCover NSW is holding a number of free webinars this month as part of its program to support NSW business, industry and workers adjust to new work health and safety laws.

The webinars will cover the topics of electrical safety, construction, plant and structures, and hazardous chemicals. The General Manager of WorkCover’s Work Health and Safety Division, John Watson, said the webinars provide an opportunity for employers and workers to ask questions and seek clarification on how the new laws affect their workplace.

“As part of our comprehensive program to help NSW business, industry and workers adjust to the changes, we are holding a series of webinars on different aspects of the new laws,” said Watson.

“Anyone with an internet connection can participate and receive interactive work health and safety advice in real time. Places are limited, so go online and register today.”

Regulation Webinar Series 2012 March webinars:

Date/time: Wednesday 7 March, 11am
Topic: Electrical safety
Overview: This webinar will outline what workers, business and industry need to know about electrical safety under the new Work Health and Safety Regulation and how workers can be kept safe from harm.

Date/time: Wednesday 14 March, 11am
Topic: Construction
Overview: What does the new regulation mean for you? The new Work Health and Safety Regulation will have a significant impact on the construction industry, especially in the area of high-risk construction work. The webinar will outline what the changes mean for workers, business and industry.

Date/time: Wednesday 21 March, 11am
Topic: Plant and structures
Overview: Many of the requirements for plant have not changed; however, there are some specific and detailed changes in a number of areas which will be explained in the webinar.

Date/time: Wednesday 28 March, 11am
Topic: Hazardous chemicals - what you need to know
Overview: A new system of chemical hazard classification, labelling and safety data requirements has been implemented under the WHS Regulations. Transition to this new system will occur over a five-year period from 1 January 2012 until 31 December 2016. Register for the webinar to find out more.

All webinar participants must pre-register at: http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au/newlegislation2012/assistance-and-support/Pages/whs-webinars.aspx.

WorkCover has also developed a range of guidance materials on the new laws, including fact sheets, tools and frequently asked questions. Visit www.workcover.nsw.gov.au or call 13 10 50 for further information.