Workplace WHS Compliance Audits – Brisbane & Queensland

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Work Health and Safety Audits & Compliance in Brisbane

WHS compliance audits are essential for Queensland businesses that want to protect their workers, avoid penalties, and meet their legal obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld).

At StaySafe Consultants, we deliver professional WHS audits for businesses across Brisbane, Ipswich, the Gold Coast, and regional Queensland. Whether you're preparing for certification, undergoing a government audit, or simply want peace of mind — our audits will identify risks, gaps, and areas for improvement across your entire safety system.

Who Needs a WHS Audit?

Construction companies preparing for principal contractor compliance
Small to medium businesses unsure of their legal obligations
Contractors tendering for government or Tier 1 projects
Organisations seeking ISO certification or internal audit prep
Businesses looking to reduce incident rates and improve culture

Whether you need a full system audit or a focused site inspection, our Brisbane-based WHS consultants will tailor the audit to your business, industry, and risk profile.

Why Choose StaySafe for Your WHS Audit?

✔ Based in Brisbane – we know QLD legislation inside out
✔ Audits tailored to your industry and operations
✔ Run by experienced WHS auditors and safety professionals
✔ Delivered onsite or remotely, anywhere in QLD
✔ Practical recommendations you can action immediately

What Our WHS Audits Cover

WHS documentation and policy review
Risk assessment and SWMS compliance checks
Contractor and subcontractor management review
Inspection of physical work environments
Consultation and safety leadership assessments
Emergency planning and first aid readiness
Legal compliance with QLD legislation and Codes of Practice

What is a WHS Audit?

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Our audits are based on:

A Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Audit is a systematic examination of your workplace’s safety systems, risk controls, and compliance with applicable WHS legislation.

It includes reviewing your:

Safety management plans and documentation

Hazard identification and control measures

Training and competency records

Emergency preparedness

Incident reporting and investigation processes

Contractor management systems

✅ Audits ensure your workplace not only meets legal requirements but operates as safely and efficiently as possible.

Why Are WHS Audits Critical?

Regular WHS audits are essential to:

Identify potential hazards before they cause incidents
Verify compliance with QLD Work Health and Safety regulations
Meet client, council, and government contract safety requirements
Improve workplace culture and staff confidence
Lower insurance premiums and legal liability risks

Failure to conduct audits can result in regulatory fines, lost contracts, increased insurance costs, and reputational damage.

FAQ Section

What is included in a WHS audit?
Our audits assess your safety systems, documents, risk controls, and on-site compliance against QLD WHS laws and Codes of Practice.

Is an audit legally required?
While not always mandatory, WHS audits are recommended under your duty of care to proactively manage risks and comply with WHS legislation.

Can you audit our subcontractors and systems?
Yes. We assess both internal operations and contractor/supplier systems, especially if you're a principal contractor.

Do you provide a written audit report?
Absolutely. You'll receive a clear, prioritised report with action items, compliance status, and recommendations.

Why Us for Your WHS Audit?

Expertise and Experience

Our professionally certified team has many years of experience in occupational health and safety, which provides the added know-how to our audits. We understand the uniqueness of the challenges posed by different industries and vary our approaches accordingly.

Customized Solutions

We understand that workplaces are not standard. We generate and design solutions, having in mind your very own business; all this will ensure practical and fruitful improvements toward safety practices.

Thorough Assessments

We carry out far-reaching detailed audits so that we may establish workplace safety. We identify potential hazards, evaluate current safety protocols, and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate those risks.

Safety Culture Promotion

Our advice goes far beyond compliance. We try to inculcate within your organization preventive health and safety subcultures. Our recommendations are not only on real risks but also on long-term safety awareness and improvement.

Regulatory Compliance

Compliance with the local, state, and federal WHS regulations is very much crucial. Our audits will ensure that your business is compliant with all legal needs, and it will be done towards avoiding penalties and building reputation.

WHS Audit Process

Initial Consultation

Open with us through detailed consultation with respect to business operation, workers' safety, and health measures taken to date, and importantly, any specific concerns you may have. This deep understanding will help match the audit plan to your needs.

Risk Assessment

Carry through a comprehensive risk assessment in order to identify and prioritize potential safety hazards. This involves assessing the risks and their possible impacts.

On-Site Inspection

Our team shall thoroughly carry out an on-site inspection, covering all your workplace areas for possible hazards and for WHS legislation compliance.

Detailed Report After the audit

We come up with a detailed report that clearly shows some of the risks identified, areas not in compliance, and some practical recommendations for improvement.

Documentation Review

Review all documentation that may be relevant including, but not limited to, safety policies, records of training, reports about incidents, and so forth; this is reviewed in order to ensure proper regulation.

Action Plan and Support

We develop an action plan to deal with issues raised together with you. Our support does not end tomorrow after the audit; we provide post-audit assistance with continual help in deploying recommendations on how to keep the workplace sound, healthy, and safe.

We Serve Our WHS Audit

Services can be availed of by any industry. Some of them are;

Manufacturing
Construction
Health Services
Retail
Hospitality
Education

Government
Recycling
Warehousing and Logistics
Contracted works
And many more

Begin your WHS audit today with us. Protect it with the WHS audit expertise at Stay Safe Enterprises. Contact us now for an initial phone consultation and let your workplace take its first step on the way to safety and health.

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