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Officers in small businesses have an obligation under WHS laws to demonstrate a proactive approach to WHS matters.

Officers must exercise ‘due diligence’ to make sure the business meets its duties to protect workers and other persons against harm to health and safety.

This information sheet will help you to learn what your duty is as an ‘officer’ under WHS laws

More information is available on the Officer duties web page

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SWA is not a regulator and cannot advise you about WHS issues in the workplace. If you need help please contact your state or territory work health and safety authority.