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
Access a selection of full text and bibliographic databases covering all aspects of work health and safety
  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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Health
Explore detailed information about health and medical topics relevant to your workplace
  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • Alcohol and Drug Foundation

    Drug Facts

    Clear and detailed information on both prescription and illegal drugs, including their effects, risks, and safe use guidelines.
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  • 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.
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  • Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists

    Silica Resources Hub

    A central resource providing guidance, research, and best practices on managing silica exposure in the workplace.
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  • 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.
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  • Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency

    Understanding radiation

    Information on common sources of radiation, potential health risks, and safety measures for workplace exposure.
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  • Cancer Council

    Workplace cancer

    Information on occupational exposure to carcinogens, associated health risks, and strategies for prevention in the workplace.
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Industry Tools
Find information about specific health and safety topics that are important to your industry
Legal
Find full text access to legislation, WHS prosecution summaries and case law.
  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • WorkSafe

    Prosecutions summaries database

    Records of all successful prosecutions taken by WorkSafe
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  • 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.
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Safety Tools
Browse practical templates and guides that may assist you to develop resources for your workplace
  • Safe Work Australia

    Exposure Standards Search

    A searchable database to find workplace exposure standards for hazardous chemicals by name or CAS number.
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  • 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.
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  • Queensland Government

    Heat Stress Calculator

    A tool to assess the risk of heat stress in the workplace by considering environmental and work-related factors.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • Comcare

    Office Safety

    An interactive resource to help identify and manage health and safety risks in office environments, including remote and home offices.
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  • 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.
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  • Curtin University - Future of Work Institute

    Thrive at work

    A resource providing evidence-based work-design frameworks and guidance to manage psychosocial risks, ensure compliance with safety legislation, and promote mental health in the workplace.
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  • People at Work

    A collaborative, evidence-based toolkit with a step-by-step survey process to identify, assess, and control psychosocial hazards in compliance with work health and safety obligations.
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Professional Associations
Connect with key industry bodies and professional WHS organisations, and access their technical resources, publications, and industry updates
Regulatory Bodies
Links to workplace health and safety regulators and related organisations providing guidance, legislation, and resources.

  • Safe Work Australia

    Develops national WHS policies and provides resources such as Model WHS laws, Codes of Practice, and statistical data to improve workplace safety.
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    Australia

  • WorkSafe

    Regulates and enforces workplace health and safety laws in Western Australia, offering safety regulations, guidance notes, and incident notification procedures.
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    Australia

  • SafeWork NSW

    Oversees workplace health and safety in New South Wales, providing safety guidelines, licensing information, and industry-specific compliance tools.
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    Australia

  • WorkSafe Victoria

    Enforces WHS laws in Victoria and offers resources such as safety alerts, industry guidelines, and return-to-work programs.
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    Australia

  • Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

    Administers WHS laws and provides advisory standards, risk management tools, and incident reporting resources.
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    Australia - WHSQ

  • SafeWork SA

    Regulates WHS laws in South Australia and provides compliance guidelines, industry-specific safety resources, and training materials.
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    Australia

  • WorkSafe ACT

    Ensures workplace health and safety compliance in the Australian Capital Territory, offering safety alerts, risk assessment tools, and licensing information.
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    Australia

  • WorkSafe Tasmania

    Regulates and enforces workplace health and safety in Tasmania, providing Codes of Practice, compliance guidance, workplace risk management tools, and incident response resources.
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    Australia

  • NT WorkSafe

    Regulates WHS in the Northern Territory, offering compliance resources, risk assessment tools, industry safety guides, and workplace inspection information.
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    Australia

  • Comcare

    Regulates WHS for Commonwealth agencies and national businesses, offering policy guidance, rehabilitation resources, safety management tools, and regulatory enforcement information.
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    Australia

  • ILO – 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.
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    International Labour Organization

  • WHO – Occupational Health

    Provides global leadership in occupational health, offering policy recommendations, research, and workplace health guidelines.
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    World Health Organization

  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration

    Enforces WHS laws in the U.S. and provides safety standards, compliance assistance, and training materials to improve workplace safety.
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    USA - OSHA

  • Health and Safety Executive

    Regulates and enforces workplace safety in the UK, offering guidance documents, research, and enforcement policies to improve WHS.
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    UK - HSE

  • European Agency for Safety and Health at Work

    Promotes workplace safety across Europe by providing reports, risk assessment tools, and awareness campaigns.
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    EU - OSHA

  • Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

    Provides workplace safety information, e-learning courses, and hazard prevention guides to support safer work environments.
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    Canada - CCOHS

  • 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.
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    ICOH