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ARTICLE · 08 FEBRUARY 2020

Industrial manslaughter to be introduced for Queensland resources sector

McCullough Robertson
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Employers and senior officers should review existing health and safety processes and procedures to ensure compliance.

AustraliaEnergy and Natural Resources
Cameron Dean
Cameron Dean
Liam Fraser
Liam Fraser
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WHO SHOULD READ THIS

  • Resources industry stakeholders in coal and metalliferous mining, quarrying, petroleum and gas and those who deal with explosives in the Queensland resources industry.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • In February 2020, Queensland Mines Minister introduced a Bill to create industrial manslaughter offences for the Queensland resources industry.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO

  • Queensland resources industry stakeholders need to be aware of the new proposed offences and review their work health and safety processes and procedures.

On 4 February 2020, Queensland Natural Resources, Mines and Energy Minister Dr Anthony Lynham introduced the Mineral and Energy Resources Legislation Amendment Bill 2020 (Bill) to the Queensland Legislative Assembly. The Bill will amend legislation in the Queensland resources industry to create industrial manslaughter offences and make important changes to the engagement of senior statutory positions at mines.

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