Short Foreword:
The Work Health and Safety (WHS) Essentials represent the fundamental minimum standards that each small business should prioritize and implement to create a safe and supportive work environment.
The primary objective is to provide practical guidance specifically for small businesses, which are often more vulnerable and may struggle to initiate effective WHS practices.
Despite its importance, the implementation of WHS is not overly complicated, and should not be perceived as such. This website is designed to provide a common-sense approach to establishing effective WHS practices, rather than requiring advanced or specialized knowledge.
As a gesture of goodwill, this website is being offered as a free resource to all who can benefit from it. Although it is entirely voluntary, we hope that small business owners and their employees will find it useful in promoting a culture of safety and well-being.
Please note that while the author practices WHS in Queensland, Australia, the principles and best practices discussed on this site are broadly applicable and can be replicated in a variety of settings.