The Society provides a forum for the wide range of disciplines engaged in the occupational health profession in Western Australia.
The aims of the Society are:
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to develop effective occupational health practice; |
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to encourage awareness by individuals, organisations and other bodies, of the role of occupational health; |
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to provide a forum for professional contact between persons interested in and working in occupational health; |
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to express an independent, professional viewpoint on all aspects of occupational health considered desirable in the public interest; |
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to seek the improvement of an extension of the existing legislation for the promotion of safety and health at work in order to ensure uniform principles are applied in all occupational activities. |
Upcoming Events
Insights and Impact -Unpacking Workers’ Compensation Research & Data
Presenters: Professor Alex Collie, Monash University. Chris White WorkCover WA CEO. Rebecca Harris, WorkCover WA General Manager.
Date – Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Where: Black Swan Room,Optus Stadium
Session Times: 9:30 - 11:00am or 1:30 - 3:00pm
Please register for one session only, as both sessions will cover the same content. Registration is essential as places are limited
Web address for registration: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/workcover-wa-33702039355
You’re invited to hear from Professor Alex Collie from Monash University, who will share insights on workers compensation based on national data and research.
This session is for all service providers supporting injured workers through their workers compensation journey and return to work. You'll gain an understanding of current issues and emerging trends facing workers compensation schemes across Australia and evidence-based strategies, processes and practices you can put in place to improve outcomes for injured workers.
You'll also hear local insights and learnings from WorkCover WA CEO Chris White and General Manager Rebecca Harris.