What are the requirements for reporting a workplace incident in Queensland?

Businesses are required by law to report serious injury or illnesses to Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ). If the incident involves death, you must notify WHSQ immediately by phoning 1300 362 128. You also need to keep a record of all incidents reported to WHSQ for at least 5 years.

What is the process for reporting a WHS issue Qld?

Report work health and safety incidents Injuries can be physical or psychological. If you think your employer is not following safe work practices, or want to report an incident, call Workplace Health and Safety Queensland on 1300 362 128.

How do I report a notifiable incident Qld?

If you’re still unsure if an incident is notifiable and you need to notify us of it, call us on 1300 362 128.

What kind of incidents must be reported?

If there is a serious injury or illness, a death or a dangerous incident, you must report it to us immediately on 13 10 50 as an urgent investigation might be needed. Incidents can be notified 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 13 10 50.

Who is responsible for notifying a notifiable incident?

A PCBU must notify WorkCover of a notifiable incident immediately after becoming aware that: this incident has occurred • that it arises out of the conduct of the PCBU’s business or undertaking. Notification must be by the fastest possible means, which in NSW is determined to be phoning 13 10 50.

How do I report a WHS problem in the workplace?

If none of these courses of action are appropriate or successful, you can contact us for assistance on 13 10 50 or by email to [email protected]. You can also report unsafe work online using Speak Up. Report unsafe work via Speak Up. It’s quick, easy to use and confidential.

What do you do if there is an incident or accident in the workplace?

Incidents can be notified 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 13 10 50. You must also: provide first aid and make sure the worker gets the right care.

What should you do when a WHS incident has occurred?

When an incident occurs

1. provide first aid and make sure the worker gets the right care.
2. take care not to disturb the incident site until an inspector arrives. You can help an injured person and ensure safety of the site.
3. record it in the register of injuries.
4. notify your insurer within 48 hours.

What kinds of incidents must be reported?

Notifiable incidents are incidents that cause: The death of a person at your workplace (employee, contractor, visitor or otherwise) A serious illness or injury. A dangerous incident that exposed someone to a serious risk, even if there was no injury.

Do all workplace accidents need to be reported?

If someone has died or has been injured because of a work-related accident this may have to be reported. Not all accidents need to be reported, other than for certain gas incidents, a RIDDOR report is required only when: the accident is work-related. it results in an injury of a type which is reportable.