NT reviews Acts

Northern Territory WorkSafe is calling for input into the review of the Work Health Act, the Mining Management Act and the Petroleum Act.

In 2006, the Northern Territory government approved the amalgamation of the OHS regulatory functions from the Department of Planning and Infrastructure - Electrical Safety and the Department of Primary Industry, Fisheries and Mining - Mines Safety into the Department of Employment, Education and Training through NT WorkSafe.

Concurrently, the Minister for Employment, Education and Training is seeking to ensure the Work Health Act, Regulations and penalties are contemporary Australian practice.

To support these initiatives, Shaw Idea has been commissioned to conduct the review. An issues paper has been developed by the company outlining the requirements of the review and the issues to be further examined.

A Future Inquiry Workshop will be facilitated by Shaw Idea on 26 April 2007 to engage stakeholders. This workshop will aim to examine past problems and consider future directions from lessons learned.