
Useful resources
Explore these useful links to Australian and international resources, including guidelines, regulatory information, and practical tools provided by workplace health and safety authorities and related organisations
- General
- Health
- Industry Topics
- Legal
- Safety Tools
- Professional Associations
- Regulatory Bodies
General
Access a selection of full text and bibliographic databases covering all aspects of work health and safety
- Australian Institute of Health and Safety
The OHS Body of Knowledge
A foundational resource outlining essential concepts and principles to help understand and manage workplace safety and health.Visit website - European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
OSHwiki
A collaborative online encyclopedia offering reliable, up-to-date information on occupational safety and health, including research, best practices, and emerging trends.Visit website - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
OSH Answers
Easy-to-read fact sheets covering a wide range of workplace health and safety topics, including hazards, diseases, ergonomics, and worker well-being.Visit website - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NIOSH
A searchable bibliographic database providing access to occupational safety and health research, reports, and publications from trusted sources.Visit website - International Labour Organization
Encyclopaedia of Occupational Health and Safety
A comprehensive resource covering workplace hazards, risk management, health and safety best practices, and emerging issues in occupational health and safety.Visit website
Health
Explore detailed information about health and medical topics relevant to your workplace
- Cancer Council
Workplace cancer
Information on occupational exposure to carcinogens, associated health risks, and strategies for prevention in the workplace.Visit website - Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
Understanding radiation
Information on common sources of radiation, potential health risks, and safety measures for workplace exposure.Visit website - EU Roadmap on Carcinogens
S.T.O.P. carcinogens at work
Industry-specific information on work-related cancer risks, exposure prevention, and strategies to create safer workplaces.Visit website - Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists
Silica Resources Hub
A central resource providing guidance, research, and best practices on managing silica exposure in the workplace.Visit website - National Library of Medicine
Haz-Map
A database providing information on the health effects of workplace exposure to chemical and biological agents, helping to identify and manage occupational hazards.Visit website - Alcohol and Drug Foundation
Drug Facts
Clear and detailed information on both prescription and illegal drugs, including their effects, risks, and safe use guidelines.Visit website - Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists
Breathe Freely Australia
Resources and guidance to help prevent occupational lung diseases caused by exposure to hazardous dust in the workplace.Visit website - Victoria Department of Health
Better Health Channel
Health and medical information covering workplace-related health issues, disease prevention, and general well-being, designed to support informed health decisions.Visit website
Industry Tools
Find information about specific health and safety topics that are important to your industry
- Monash University
NRSPP National Road Safety Partnership Program Knowledge Centre
A workplace-focused resource offering research, case studies, and tools to assist workplaces improve road safety.Visit website - NIOSH
National Agriculture Safety Database
A repository of health, safety, and injury prevention materials designed to support the agricultural community.Visit website - Centre for Construction Research and Training
Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety & Health
A user-friendly resource providing safety and health information tailored for construction workers and employers, including best practices, hazard prevention, and regulatory guidance.Visit website
Legal
Find full text access to legislation, WHS prosecution summaries and case law.
- Parliamentary Counsel’s Office
Western Australian Legislation
Provides access to all current Western Australian Acts, Regulations, and legislative updates, including workplace health and safety laws.Visit website - WorkSafe
Prosecutions summaries database
Records of all successful prosecutions taken by WorkSafeVisit website - Australian Building Codes Board
National Construction Code
Contains technical requirements for the design and construction of all building classes in Australia, ensuring safety, health, and sustainability standards.Visit website - Australasian Legal Information Institute
AustLII
A free online resource providing access to Australian legal information, including legislation, case law, and regulatory materials relevant to workplace health and safety.Visit website
Safety Tools
Browse practical templates and guides that may assist you to develop resources for your workplace
- EU-OSHA
OiRA (Online Interactive Risk Assessment)
A digital tool designed to help small and medium-sized businesses identify workplace risks and implement effective safety measures.Visit website - Comcare
Office Safety
An interactive resource to help identify and manage health and safety risks in office environments, including remote and home offices.Visit website - Queensland Government
Noise Exposure Calculator
A tool to estimate a worker’s daily noise exposure and assess the risk of hearing damage in the workplace.Visit website - Safe Work Australia
Interactive SWMS guidance tool
A step-by-step tool to help workplaces prepare and use Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) for high-risk construction work.Visit website - Queensland Government
Heat Stress Calculator
A tool to assess the risk of heat stress in the workplace by considering environmental and work-related factors.Visit website - Safe Work Australia
Hazardous Chemicals Search
A searchable database to identify the hazards of chemicals by name or CAS number, helping workplaces manage chemical risks safely.Visit website - Safe Work Australia
Exposure Standards Search
A searchable database to find workplace exposure standards for hazardous chemicals by name or CAS number.Visit website
Professional Associations
Connect with key industry bodies and professional WHS organisations, and access their technical resources, publications, and industry updates
Standards Australia
Develops national standards, including guidelines for workplace health and safety.Visit websiteNational Association of Testing Authorities
Accredits testing and calibration laboratories to ensure reliable workplace safety assessments.Visit websiteNATAHuman Factors & Ergonomics Society of Australia
Promotes ergonomics and human factors to improve workplace safety and performance.Visit websiteHFESAAustralian Acoustical Society
Advances acoustics research, including workplace noise management and hearing protection.Visit websiteAASAudiology Australia
Provides expertise and guidance on workplace noise exposure and hearing conservation.Visit websiteThe Australian and New Zealand Society of Occupational Medicine
Supports medical professionals in workplace health and environmental medicine.Visit websiteANZSOMAustralian Institute of Occupational Hygienists
Promotes occupational hygiene through education, standards, and policy to protect worker health.Visit websiteAIOHAustralian Institute of Health and Safety
The peak body for WHS professionals, offering education, resources, and advocacy to improve workplace safety.Visit websiteAIHS
Regulatory Bodies
Links to workplace health and safety regulators and related organisations providing guidance, legislation, and resources.
International Commission on Occupational Health
A leading international professional society advancing occupational health research and providing global guidance on WHS policies, training, and best practices in collaboration with the ILO and WHO.Visit websiteICOHCanadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
Provides workplace safety information, e-learning courses, and hazard prevention guides to support safer work environments.Visit websiteCanada - CCOHSEuropean Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Promotes workplace safety across Europe by providing reports, risk assessment tools, and awareness campaigns.Visit websiteEU - OSHAHealth and Safety Executive
Regulates and enforces workplace safety in the UK, offering guidance documents, research, and enforcement policies to improve WHS.Visit websiteUK - HSEOccupational Safety and Health Administration
Enforces WHS laws in the U.S. and provides safety standards, compliance assistance, and training materials to improve workplace safety.Visit websiteUSA - OSHAWHO – Occupational Health
Provides global leadership in occupational health, offering policy recommendations, research, and workplace health guidelines.Visit websiteWorld Health OrganizationILO – Safety and Health at Work
Sets global WHS standards and provides resources such as conventions, codes of practice, and research reports to improve workplace safety.Visit websiteInternational Labour OrganizationComcare
Regulates WHS for Commonwealth agencies and national businesses, offering policy guidance, rehabilitation resources, safety management tools, and regulatory enforcement information.Visit websiteAustraliaNT WorkSafe
Regulates WHS in the Northern Territory, offering compliance resources, risk assessment tools, industry safety guides, and workplace inspection information.Visit websiteAustraliaWorkSafe Tasmania
Regulates and enforces workplace health and safety in Tasmania, providing Codes of Practice, compliance guidance, workplace risk management tools, and incident response resources.Visit websiteAustraliaWorkSafe ACT
Ensures workplace health and safety compliance in the Australian Capital Territory, offering safety alerts, risk assessment tools, and licensing information.Visit websiteAustraliaSafeWork SA
Regulates WHS laws in South Australia and provides compliance guidelines, industry-specific safety resources, and training materials.Visit websiteAustraliaWorkplace Health and Safety Queensland
Administers WHS laws and provides advisory standards, risk management tools, and incident reporting resources.Visit websiteAustralia - WHSQWorkSafe Victoria
Enforces WHS laws in Victoria and offers resources such as safety alerts, industry guidelines, and return-to-work programs.Visit websiteAustraliaSafeWork NSW
Oversees workplace health and safety in New South Wales, providing safety guidelines, licensing information, and industry-specific compliance tools.Visit websiteAustraliaWorkSafe
Regulates and enforces workplace health and safety laws in Western Australia, offering safety regulations, guidance notes, and incident notification procedures.Visit websiteAustraliaSafe Work Australia
Develops national WHS policies and provides resources such as Model WHS laws, Codes of Practice, and statistical data to improve workplace safety.Visit websiteAustralia