The Queensland Government has held a roundtable discussion with industry groups to examine the national Workplace Health and Safety Laws introduced at the start of the year.

 

Attorney-General Jarrod Bleijie said the Government was intent to see Queensland businesses support safe and productive workplaces.

 

Mr Bleijie said the purpose of the roundtable was to get a full understanding of the impact of the implementation and operation of these laws.

 

“I want to hear from businesses and workers directly affected by the new laws on whether aspects of the legislation are unworkable or have compliance or cost burdens,” Mr Bleijie said.

 

“Given it is an employer’s responsibility to ensure a safe workplace for staff, it is essential that Government listens to how this can be best achieved.

 

Industry groups attending the round table include the Chamber of Commerce, National Retailers Association, Australian Industry Group, Australian Workers Union, Master Builders Association, LGAQ and Queensland Council of Unions.