Occupational Health and Safety Legislation

WorkCover is responsible for enforcing the following laws concerning occupational health and safety and workers compensation:

These Regulations are supported by a number of Codes of Practice and other guidance material.

• set out the legal obligations of employers, employees, designers, manufacturers and suppliers in relation to OHS and workers compensation;
• set out WorkCover's function and responsibilities;
• describe the legislative objectives and outcomes and set maximum penalties for non-compliance; and
• assign WorkCover and its Inspectors various powers to administer and enforce the law.

For more information refer to the Law and Policy section of WorkCover website.