From 1 January 2012 the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) has effect in the ACT, replacing the Work Safety Act 2008. The information on this page is in the process of being updated to reflect the new WHS Act. Click here for further information on the WHS Act.
The WorkSafe ACT publication Managing Health and Safety in Food Retail: A Handbook for the Franchise Industry can help you identify and manage the workplace hazards associated with work in the local food preparation and service sector.