Description: A short description of the legislation.

The Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 is legislation aimed at ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of workers in Victoria, Australia. It imposes duties on employers, employees, and other parties to provide and maintain a safe work environment. The Act requires risk assessments, consultation with employees, and the provision of information and training. It covers various workplace hazards, including physical, chemical, and psychosocial risks. Penalties for non-compliance are outlined, emphasizing the importance of adherence to the Act to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses and promote a culture of safety across Victorian workplaces.

Application to Australian agriculture: Where the legislation is applicable.

The Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 applies to agriculture, addressing risks such as machinery accidents, chemical exposure, and manual handling injuries. It mandates risk assessments, safety training, and equipment maintenance, ensuring a safe working environment for agricultural workers and compliance with health and safety regulations in Victoria.

Compliance information: Often the evidence of compliance against a piece of legislation is that there is not a breach of the Act. Where appropriate, the developers of this database have listed evidence which could be used to show compliance if a breach was to be found. Many Best Management Practice (BMP) schemes and other certifications in Australian agriculture include this evidence for accreditation.

Source documents: Links to the legislation documents.

• https://content.legislation.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2022-10/04-107aa043%20authorised.pdf