Ann Sherry explains how managing work health and safety is not a box-ticking bureaucratic exercise that detracts from the real work of getting the job done.
By managing work health and safety effectively you can protect the health and safety of workers and improve business innovation, productivity and product quality.
Who is this presentation for?
Business leaders, the professionals who advise them on matters that may affect work health and safety, regulators and workers.
About the presenter
Ann Sherry AO is the Chair of Safe Work Australia and the CEO of Carnival Australia, the largest cruise ship operator in Australasia. Ann is also involved in the development of regulation, training and improved practices on ships globally.
Ann was awarded an Order of Australia for her contribution to the Australian community through the promotion of corporate management policies and practices that embrace gender equity, social justice and work and family partnerships.
Useful resources
- Centre for Workplace Leadership report Workplace health and safety, business productivity and sustainability
- German Social Accident Insurance report Calculating the International Return on Prevention for Companies
- OHS Body of Knowledge chapter Risk and decision-making
SWA is not a regulator and cannot advise you about managing risks in your workplace. If you need help, please contact your state or territory work health and safety authority.