Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is responsible for improving workplace health and safety in QLD.

Report WH&S issues by phoning 1300 362 128 or at www.worksafe.qld.gov.au Our goal is to help reduce the risk of workers being killed or injured on the job. WHSQ assists businesses to comply with the work health and safety laws, investigates workplace fatalities and serious injuries, prosecutes breaches of legislation, and educates employees and employers on their legal obligations. WHSQ also provides policy advice on workers' compensation matters. This page is monitored Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm AEST, excluding public holidays. If you would like to report an incident or speak to WHSQ, please contact WHSQ on 1300 362 128. You can also stay in touch with WHSQ through:
eNews: www.worksafe.qld.gov.au
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worksafeqld/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/workplace-health-and-safety-queensland
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/WorkSafeQueensland

Thank you to our valued sponsors and engagement partners supporting Work Well Conference Brisbane 2026.⭐ Platinum Sponso...
07/09/2026

Thank you to our valued sponsors and engagement partners supporting Work Well Conference Brisbane 2026.

⭐ Platinum Sponsor: St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital
⭐ Gold Sponsor: Leximed
🤝 Engagement Partner: CleanSpace
🤝 Engagement Partner: Eudoxia

Visit the exhibitor area to connect with organisations providing services, tools and resources to support workplace health, safety and wellbeing.

Register now at https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026/work-well-conference-brisbane-2026

Workers’ compensation stigma occurs when a worker seeking compensation is discriminated against or stereotyped for seeki...
07/09/2026

Workers’ compensation stigma occurs when a worker seeking compensation is discriminated against or stereotyped for seeking support. It can affect all aspects of the workers’ compensation process, such as preventing a worker from disclosing an injury or illness, reducing their engagement with the claims process, and impacting successful return to work outcomes.

Creating positive and supportive workplaces is key to reducing stigma around workers’ compensation, and everyone has a role to play.

Safe Work Australia is taking action to reduce workers’ compensation stigma. They have developed a range of practical resources to help employers, supervisors and workers to identify and reduce workers’ compensation stigma in the workplace including:

🔍 Case studies
📝 Factsheets
📈 Infographics
🖼️ Posters

Visit the Safe Work Australia website to explore the resources and learn more about reducing workers’ compensation sigma in your workplace: https://bit.ly/466t00H

🎤 Meet the speakers for Work Well Conference Brisbane 2026. This year's program features local and renowned experts shar...
31/08/2026

🎤 Meet the speakers for Work Well Conference Brisbane 2026.

This year's program features local and renowned experts sharing practical strategies, industry insights and real-world experiences to support safer, healthier and more productive workplaces.

Whether you work in safety, leadership, human resources, rehabilitation or business management, you'll gain practical ideas and insights you can apply in your workplace.

Thank you to St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital and Leximed for supporting this year’s event.

Secure your spot at: https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/news-and-events/events/2026/work-well-conference-brisbane-2026

Light and Design Group have seen real improvements in how they manage workplace safety, thanks to the Injury Prevention ...
27/08/2026

Light and Design Group have seen real improvements in how they manage workplace safety, thanks to the Injury Prevention and Management (IPaM) program.

Light and Design Group is a Queensland and Northern Territory-based representative of Australian and European manufactured architectural lighting solutions.

With support from a patient and practical IPaM advisor, the team reviewed their existing policies and put in place tailored safety procedures that better suit how the business operates day to day. Staff and management now have a clearer understanding of their responsibilities, and safety discussions are built into everyday work.

The program also provided a valuable outside perspective, helping the business ensure its practices align with best practice and support both compliance and staff wellbeing.

To learn how IPaM can support your business, visit: Injury Prevention and Management program | WorkSafe.qld.gov.au

Safe and sustainable return to work often involves two similar but different key tools.Rehabilitation and return to work...
26/08/2026

Safe and sustainable return to work often involves two similar but different key tools.

Rehabilitation and return to work (RRTW) plans are collaborative roadmaps created by an insurer with a worker, their employer and treating providers. They outline return to work goals, treatment, work capacity, suitable duties, restrictions, adjustments, and review dates.

Suitable duties programs are practical, task-focused plans developed by an employer. They detail what tasks a worker can safely do, hours and days of work, timeframes, restrictions, and how duties will progress as capacity improves. A suitable duties program sits within a RRTW plan and provides the day-to-day structure for a safe return to work.

Understanding the difference between these tools helps to keep everyone on track.

Learn more about the difference between these two tools - https://bit.ly/4g4DnYs

Actually, look at this artwork! Could yours be next? 👀🎨 Last year, thousands of Queensland students put their creativity...
25/08/2026

Actually, look at this artwork! Could yours be next? 👀🎨

Last year, thousands of Queensland students put their creativity to work to share important farm safety messages.

This year, another 12 young artists will have their artwork featured in the 2027 Farm safety calendar.

Swipe through for some inspiration, then start creating your own farm safety message.

👉 Enter now: https://bit.ly/4bqY8rT

Renovating an older home? Asbestos cement sheeting—often called fibro—was used in many Queensland buildings before 1990,...
19/08/2026

Renovating an older home? Asbestos cement sheeting—often called fibro—was used in many Queensland buildings before 1990, including roofs, fences, cladding and backing boards in kitchens and bathrooms.

If asbestos needs to be removed, help protect your household, neighbours and tradespeople by making sure the job is handled safely and by someone with the right licence.

Before hiring a removalist, check our online registers to confirm they hold the appropriate Class A or Class B asbestos removal licence.

👉 Check the registers and learn more: https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/licensing-and-registrations/asbestos-removal-and-licensing/which-businesses-are-licensed-to-remove-asbestos-in-queensland

Did you know?Under section 228(S228) of the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003, employers must take all r...
18/08/2026

Did you know?

Under section 228(S228) of the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003, employers must take all reasonable steps to provide or assist with a worker's rehabilitation during their recovery.

This means providing suitable duties where possible to support a safe and sustainable return to work.

If you believe suitable duties are not practicable, you must provide your insurer with written evidence explaining why.

If you fail to meet these obligations, you may incur financial penalties or be prosecuted.

Understanding your responsibilities is an important part of supporting workers' recovery and achieving positive return to work outcomes.

For more information, contact your insurer or visit: https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/rehabilitation-and-return-to-work/recovering-from-injury-or-illness/rehabilitation-roles-and-responsibilities/employer-obligations

🎟️ Registrations are now open for the Work Well Conference Brisbane 2026.Join safety professionals, inspiring leaders an...
17/08/2026

🎟️ Registrations are now open for the Work Well Conference Brisbane 2026.

Join safety professionals, inspiring leaders and return to work experts from across Queensland for a full day of practical learning, industry insights and networking.

Learn from industry leaders and hear practical, evidence-based insights on:
✅ human-centred return to work
✅ workers' compensation fraud trends and case studies
✅ proven ways to improve wellbeing and resilience and performing under pressure
✅ safety leadership, culture and good work design.

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