Reminder: Workplace Sexual Assault is now a notifiable incident

WorkSafe ACT is aware of media reports relating to alleged workplace sexual assault in the ACT in the last week.

Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, workplace sexual assault is a notifiable incident. This means that as soon as they become aware of an incident of suspected or actual sexual assault that occurs in their workplace, PCBUs have a duty to notify WorkSafe ACT.

If the notifiable incident is a result of more than one business or undertaking, then all businesses must notify WorkSafe ACT.

Everyone has a right to a safe and healthy workplace and PCBUs are required to fulfil all of their obligations relating to notifiable incidents.

If any person experiences or witnesses sexual assault, they should notify ACT Policing on 131 444, or 000 if it is an emergency.

To notify WorkSafe ACT of a sexual assault incident, visit our webpage here.