Due Diligence: Duty of Officers, 4th Edition

This 4th edition in the Due Diligence series provides clear, practical explanations of work health and safety (WHS) law across Australian jurisdictions that have adopted the Model WHS Laws, including the Commonwealth, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, and the Australian Capital Territory. 

Why you’ll love this: 

Stay informed on critical WHS obligations with a resource that simplifies complex legal requirements into plain English. This edition reflects the latest legal developments, helping officers and professionals meet their due diligence responsibilities confidently. 

Key features: 

• Updated for significant changes since the last edition:  
• Industrial manslaughter laws 
• New reporting obligations 
• Duties regarding psychosocial harm 
• Increased penalties and new enforcement mechanisms 
• Highlights jurisdictional differences where applicable 
• Includes recent case law to illustrate practical application 
• Written in plain English for ease of understanding 

Who should read this: 

Essential for company officers, directors, managers, WHS professionals, and legal practitioners who need to understand and comply with their duties under Australian WHS laws.