Congratulations to the OHS Commissioner for a well organised and informative seminar on the Harmonisation process.
It was a morning well spent.
After thinking that I would not see any harmonisation of OHS laws in my life time, I am more convinced th…
Tim
I think this is the point that the trade unions are trying to make currently in relations to model OHS laws. They are being heard but not engaged.
Kevin
Hi Tim,
I agree completely. I get very annoyed with the idea that consultation is a one way street. Too often i see example of consultation which is really top down communication
I just discovered a quote that I think is fitting with the emphasis on consultation in the new ACT legislation.
In the ustralian Industrial Relations Commission, Commissioner Smith said in defining consultation during a CAA - APS hearing in Melbourn…
Craig,
The legislative framework for OHS in Australia is as follows:
Acts - which is a law made by a State, territory or Federal parliament. While an Act is in draft stages it is called a Bill. A bill becomes an Act, and therefore law, after receiv…