The Work Health and Safety (Industrial Manslaughter) Amendment Bill, passed through the South Australian Parliament on 29 November 2023 and will come into effect on the date of assent.
Individuals can face a maximum penalty of 20 years imprisonment, $18 million for companies if they are reckless or grossly negligent in conduct that breaches a work health and safety duty and results in the death of another person.
The South Australian Business Chamber was involved in discussions regarding this legislation from the first months of the new government forming.
The introduction of this legislation is an important reminder to employers to ensure that they have comprehensive work health and safety measures in place and that all their duty-holders are aware of their obligations.
It’s more important than ever that businesses support the training of employees in relevant areas of work, health, and safety, and seek sound advice in setting policies and procedures that maintain high standards of safety.
The South Australian Business Chamber offers a full suite of Work, Health, and Safety courses, including the new ‘Understanding Industrial Manslaughter Obligations’.
We also offer professional consultation services by a team of highly experienced WHS practitioners, who can provide your organisation with tailored support, whether it’s an urgent, short-notice requirement or a longer-term solution.
Our consultants are experts in their field and are fully abreast of every aspect of WHS, the associated legislation, environmental and quality systems, business risk management and regulatory requirements.
