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Occupational Health and Safety Law

The principles of work place health and safety are enshrined in legislation within each Australian State and Territory.  Employers have substantial duties under these laws to ensure the safety of people in the workplace, and substantial fines can be imposed for inadequate attention to workplace safety.  Governments have shown that they are willing to see these laws enforced.

A prosecution can be distressing for any employer, particularly for employers who are uncertain of their rights. Fortunately, Australian Business Lawyers can help.  Many employers faced with the prospect of prosecution have benefited from our knowledge of the prosecution process and the powers of the investigating authority. 

We can assist in the preparation and presentation of a defence.  If a defence is not available, we can assist the employer present a plea to the court. 

Our services are not limited to the defence of a prosecution.  Through training and advice, we can assist employers to understand their own rights and obligations and those of others who come into the workplace such as union officials and workplace inspectors.  In addition, we can work in conjunction with the health and safety advisors at New South Wales Business Chamber to ensure that your business benefits from both legal and practical workplace safety advice.

If you require assistance, please contact one of our partners:

John Stanton, Partner

Tim Capelin, Managing Partner

Australian Business Lawyers provides specialist workplace training providing high quality training solutions in all areas of workplace law, including OH&S.

We also specialise in the provision of legal services in employment law, industrial law, discrimination law and corporate and commercial law. The combined expertise of our team allows us to understand and advise on the complex legal problems that our clients may face.