In order to understand the workplace health and safety requirements for hospitality and entertainment, and your obligations under the law you must consider and understand relevant legislation and codes of practice.
What law applies
Legislation, employer obligations
About the hospitality and entertainment industry
What hospitality and entertainment industry includes, some major hazards
Risk management
What is risk management? An outline of the risk management process
General hazards
Including manual handling, heat stress, electricity, noise and hazardous substances
Other hazards
Including gas, fire, biological waste, sharps, occupational violence and fatigue
Hospitality, Recreation and Other Services Industry Action Plan
Outlining key health and safety priorities for 2008-10
Last updated 22 July 2008
Free workplace safety consultations for small business
Be aware of hazardous substances in the workplace
For more information contact:
Queensland Government
Workplace health and safety infoline 1300 369 915
Wageline information service
Find out what your award rate is
Non-Queensland Government
Young Workers Advisory Service
A confidential and supportive free service to young workers on work-related matters in Queensland