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s 48

Nature of consultation

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Part 5Consultation, representation and participation
Division 2Consultation with workers

48 Nature of consultation

(1)

Consultation under this Division requires:

(a)

that relevant information about the matter is shared with workers; and

(b)

that workers be given a reasonable opportunity:

(i)

to express their views and to raise work health or safety issues in relation to the matter; and

(ii)

to contribute to the decision‑making process relating to the matter; and

(c)

that the views of workers are taken into account by the person conducting the business or undertaking; and

(d)

that the workers consulted are advised of the outcome of the consultation in a timely manner.

(2)

If the workers are represented by a health and safety representative, the consultation must involve that representative.

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