Submission to Safe Work Australia regarding improving the safety of earthmoving machinery

Master Builders Australia takes this opportunity to provide its response to the Improving the safety of earthmoving machinery used for lifting operations Discussion Paper.

Master Builders overarching position is that the work, health and safety (WHS) legislation should always aim to improve safety outcomes, while balancing the need to limit administrative and cost burden upon businesses. Policy and regulatory settings must be practical, balanced and sensible and it is essential that there is practical, audience-focused guidance made available to ensure that the regulatory obligations are clear and are able to be met.