This podcast will give community and health workers information to help them support clients who are working in unsafe workplaces or being asked to perform unsafe work. You will hear from Safework NSW who will give you information to help you identify particular groups of workers who are at risk and how Safework NSW can assist them. You will also hear from a lawyer from the Legal Aid NSW Employment law team who will talk about how employment and discrimination laws can be used to protect vulnerable workers and give you information to help you refer your clients for legal advice.
This episode was produced by Audiocraft's Nicole Curby
REFERRALS AND INFORMATION
Safework NSW
SafeWork NSW 13 10 50
The Speak up App to report unsafe work- (confidentially if you wish)
Young worker etoolkit: a range of resources to support young workers’ safety. There are 4 sections: for young workers, employers, educators, and parents and guardians
The getting support at work pocket guide : translated in Arabic, Chinese(simplified), Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Korean, Malay and Vietnamese.
The basics your rights at work Other languages are on the webpage
At Risk worker strategy Other languages are on the webpage
Translated Resources Hub available translated resources
Legal Aid NSW
LawAccess NSW 1300 888529
Legal Aid NSW website for an advice service
Employment Problems? Spot the Signs fact sheet
Ripped off- Your Rights about unpaid wages and entitlements at work
Request a talk for your newly arrived client group: “My rights at work – Australian law and you”
Other
Fair Work Ombudsman: information and advice about workplace rights and obligations
Workers compensation Independent Review office helps injured workers deal with insurers
State Insurance Regulatory Authority - information about workplace injuries
Unions NSW information about trade unions
Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.
