Finalists for the Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards 2024 revealed

Finalists for the Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards 2024 Revealed

Finalists for the WorkSafe WA Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards 2024 have been determined, with winners announced at Optus Stadium on October 31.

The judging committee has selected a total of 41 finalists across five award categories, spanning organisations of varying sizes and operations throughout Western Australia.

Recognising Excellence in Workplace Health and Safety

WorkSafe Commissioner Sally North remarked that the awards serve as a significant platform for public recognition of accomplishments in workplace safety and health management.

"The physical and mental health and safety of WA workers is the top priority for WorkSafe, and the Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards recognise organisations and individuals that make an extra effort to protect workers," Ms North said.

Strong safety management systems remain critical for employers seeking to protect employees from workplace hazards, including psychosocial risks and emergency response gaps that many organisations continue to address.

Why These Awards Matter for Safety Management Across Australia

Award finalists demonstrate leading practice in safety management, often incorporating dedicated psychosocial risk management frameworks alongside traditional physical hazard controls.

Organisations across Australia can benefit from reviewing how these finalists structure their safety operations, particularly regarding resource allocation and emergency preparedness.

Businesses interested in strengthening their own safety management frameworks may find it useful to review WorkSafe's nomination criteria for the 2024 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards, which outline the standards judges use to assess management performance.

Supporting Documentation for Safety Management Systems

Robust management resources, including a comprehensive Work Health and Safety Manual, help organisations formalise their commitment to safe operations and emergency readiness.

A well-documented Work Health & Safety Policy gives management teams a clear framework for addressing psychosocial hazards, resource planning, and emergency response protocols.

Organisations preparing future award submissions can also review previous WorkSafe WA award entry cycles for insight into how management practices have evolved.

For more details on this year's finalists, click on this link.