Healthcare workers are regularly exposed to a wide range of hazards in the course of their work. Our guidance provides information on moving and handling people, provision of facilities, and violence in the health and disability sector.
This position sets out our regulatory approach to the healthcare and social assistance sector (HCSA). It also outlines our expectations of PCBUs (persons conducting a business or undertaking) in the sector.
This policy clarification sets out WorkSafe's view of HSWA in relation to the notification requirements for events arising from medical treatment.
Information and resources to help healthcare businesses and workers identify and minimise risk.
People working in the health and social services sector are exposed to many health and safety hazards and risks on a daily basis.
Moving and Handling People in the Healthcare Industry is aimed at PCBUs in healthcare, and aims to clarify their duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA).
These guidelines are for persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) on managing the risks of violence in the health and disability sector.
These guidelines provide general guidance on how healthcare providers can keep their workers safe and healthy.
This good practice guide is for persons conducting a business or undertaking to help keep workers safe when handling cytotoxic drugs and related waste.
Find research resources relevant to the healthcare industry.
