OHS Policy Statement

A commitment to health and safety reflects your business’s commitment to keeping workers safe at the worksite. It explains that everyone on site will follow safe work practices and procedures and comply with safety legislation. This statement is part of an OHS policy.

Your OHS Policy Statement should include:  
  • That your business is committed to protecting and maintaining the health and safety of workers;
  • An overview of the OHS responsibilities of the owner, supervisors, workers, suppliers, contractors, and visitors; and
  • An outline of how health and safety will be communicated and implemented in your workplace.

Required Documentation

  • Work sites with over 20 employees:
    • A written statement that includes health and safety roles and responsibilities that is posted in a visible location and signed and dated by the employer.

Regulation Reference


   • OHS Regulations: Section 21, Part 2

Templates

When you complete the policy, print and sign it, then post it in the workplace where workers can access it.