After months of COVID-19 restrictions and in some cases lockdown, Australian businesses, local governments and their workers have returned to work in some capacity.

However, the situation in Victoria and New Zealand demonstrates that the threat is far from over and COVID‑19 remains an ever present hazard, both in the workplace and the community.

Until there is a vaccine, organisations and leaders must plan for the worst, but hope for the best, ever mindful that a simple mistake could see COVID-19 return to WA along with the prospect of community transmission.

Local governments are required to identify and manage the hazards associated with COVID‑19 in their workplaces, and ensure that adequate controls are both in place and remain effective. 

The safety, health and wellbeing of your people is paramount

The COVID-19 Hazard Assessment will assess existing controls, whilst helping to identify any areas of concern, and work alongside local governments to build a comprehensive plan with safety at the centre.

The assessment will:

• Review and assess the systems and controls designed to protect the safety and health of workers, contractors and others within the local government organisation from COVID-19.
• Identify reasonable, practical steps to mitigate the hazards associated with COVID‑19.
• Develop strategies for ongoing management of COVID-19 associated hazards.
• Provide a detailed report with findings and recommendations to address any identified gaps.

More information

For more information or to discuss your local governments requirements please contact your Regional Risk Coordinator or Emma Horsefield, OSH Program Manager on 0407 957 932 or email emma.horsefield@lgiswa.com.au

LGIS members should note that these services are not associated with your membership of the LGIS Scheme and not delivered as part of the LGIS Scheme risk management program