Key elements often found in a WHS policy include:

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 This section expresses the organisation's dedication to providing a safe and healthy work environment and outlines its overarching goals and objectives regarding health and safety.

 It clarifies the roles and responsibilities of management, employees, contractors, and other relevant parties in ensuring health and safety within the workplace. 

The policy usually outlines the organisation's commitment to complying with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to health and safety. 

 It may include information on how the organisation identifies, assesses, and controls workplace hazards and risks. 

The policy often addresses the organisation's approach to providing training and raising awareness among employees about health and safety issues. 

 It outlines procedures for reporting accidents, incidents, near misses, or hazards, as well as procedures for investigating such occurrences to prevent recurrence. 

The policy may emphasise the organisation's commitment to continually reviewing and improving its health and safety management systems. 

It may include provisions for consulting with employees and relevant stakeholders on health and safety matters and ensuring effective communication channels are in place. 

The policy might cover procedures for responding to emergencies such as fires, natural disasters, or medical emergencies. 

There should be a commitment to regularly review and, if necessary, revise the policy to ensure it remains relevant and effective.