Model WHS laws review: consultation findings published
17 Mar 2026•BlueSafe Team•Source: Safe Work Australia
Safe Work Australia has released a summary of public consultation feedback for the Best Practice Review of the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws.
The summary sets out the main themes and issues raised through submissions, survey responses and meetings held as part of the review.
Safe Work Australia received 1055 written responses, including 118 written submissions, with survey responses making up the remainder. It also visited every capital city and two regional centres — Bunbury in Western Australia and Geelong in Victoria — and held more than 100 meetings.
Participants included employers, industry associations, unions, regulators, government agencies, academics, WHS professionals, community organisations and individuals. Families affected by workplace fatalities and serious injuries also contributed.
The feedback will inform Safe Work Australia’s final report to WHS ministers, which is due to be provided for their consideration in August 2026.
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