Safe Work Australia

Safe Work Australia is a national policy body focused on improving work health and safety (WHS) and workers' compensation in Australia. It collaborates with the Commonwealth, states, and territories to develop national strategies and policies aimed at reducing workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Although it does not regulate WHS laws or administer compensation schemes, it plays a critical role in formulating policies, providing resources, and conducting research to enhance workplace safety. The organization is responsible for creating model WHS laws, promoting national consistency in workers' compensation arrangements, and collecting and analyzing data related to workplace safety. Safe Work Australia also engages in education and communication initiatives to raise awareness and improve safety outcomes across various industries. Its overarching goal is to ensure that all workers have the right to a safe and healthy working environment.