Amendments to Queensland’s WHS Act: What you Need to Know
In Queensland, the Work Health and Safety Amendment Bill 2023 (Bill) passed Parliament on 21 March 2024 and these changes will have implications for all employers based in Queensland.
In Queensland, the Work Health and Safety Amendment Bill 2023 (Bill) passed Parliament on 21 March 2024 and these changes will have implications for all employers based in Queensland.
Industrial manslaughter legislation has been introduced across most Australian states, including Queensland. This means that it is incredibly important that you as employers and/or managers understand what the extent of this legislation means…particularly if your organisation operates in a high-risk sector.
The rise of remote and hybrid workplaces means business owners are faced with the challenge of maintaining their culture and managing performance. It is important for employers to adapt their business strategies while not losing site of employee engagement levels.
Employee burnout has become a critical concern for many organisations, particularly in the current climate of high-stress work environment. When employees are burnt out, they are more likely to make mistakes, miss deadlines and become disengaged from their work.
Employers often seek external HR providers to assist in the management their workforce. However, if the provider’s values do not align with the employer’s values, it can have disastrous consequences.
As of October 14, several major changes have come into effect relating to COVID-19 and the workplace. Including the end of mandatory isolation periods for those who test positive to COVID-19 (with some exceptions), and the end of Pandemic Leave Disaster Payments (with some exceptions).