Nominations for 2023 WorkSafe Awards are now open

Nominations for 2023 WorkSafe Awards Are Now Open

Nominations for 2023 WorkSafe Awards are now open, giving Victorian employers and workers a chance to be recognised for outstanding contributions to workplace health and safety. This annual program celebrates individuals and organisations who have gone above and beyond in reducing risk and building safer working environments.

All Victorian-based employers and workers who have made health and safety a genuine priority now have an opportunity to showcase their achievements as nominations for this year's WorkSafe Victoria Awards officially kick off.

Why These Awards Matter for OHS Professionals

WorkSafe Chief Executive Colin Radford said the awards provide a platform for workers and employers to demonstrate their commitment to occupational health and safety while sharing practical solutions to complex workplace hazards. According to Radford, entries submitted through this process often highlight innovative approaches to managing risk that other businesses can learn from.

Mr Radford encouraged all Victorians to submit nominations across the seven award categories, noting that recognising excellence helps raise standards industry-wide. Strong OHS performance benefits not only the businesses being celebrated but also the broader community relying on safe workplaces.

Key Dates and Next Steps

• Nominations close on 23 June 2023
• Winners will be announced early next year
• All nominations are now being assessed by an independent panel

Once submissions close, all entries undergo careful review before finalists get selected. Employers considering a nomination should reflect on initiatives that reduced risk, improved OHS outcomes, or strengthened safety culture across their organisation.

Supporting Your OHS Journey

Recognition programs like this one reinforce why maintaining robust safety systems matters. Businesses looking to strengthen their own OHS documentation may find value in reviewing resources such as SOPs for equipment maintenance or chemical handling and storage procedures, both of which support safer daily operations.

For organisations wanting to stay informed on broader safety initiatives, our coverage of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023 and updates like the Silica Dust Code of Practice update offer further context on evolving compliance expectations.

More details on nomination criteria and categories are available here.

Related Awards Programs

Victoria isn't alone in celebrating workplace safety achievements. Employers can also review how the WorkSafe Tasmania Awards recognise similar efforts interstate, or explore past coverage of previous WorkSafe Victoria Award nominations for additional insight into what judges typically look for.