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Notifying serious events and supporting workers after a hold-up

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ACT · WHS Incident Reporting and Response
The obligation
PCBUs must notify WorkSafe ACT of notifiable serious events within the Code's time limits and offer counselling to all workers after a violent incident.
An event is notifiable when it happens at or near the workplace and arises from how the business is conducted there. If a death results, WorkSafe ACT must be told as soon as reasonably practicable and within 2 hours, and in writing within 48 hours; other serious events must be notified within 8 days. The person in control must keep a copy of the notice for at least five years. …
What
PCBUs must notify WorkSafe ACT of notifiable serious events within the Code's time limits and offer counselling to all workers after a violent incident.
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legislation.act.gov.au

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Frequently asked questions

Which WHS law does this come from?

Notifying serious events and supporting workers after a hold-up is a WHS requirement set out in Transport and Delivery of Cash (ACT). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT). The relevant provision is Incident Reporting and Response.

What does this WHS obligation require?

Notifying serious events and supporting workers after a hold-up is a WHS obligation under Transport and Delivery of Cash (ACT). In short, PCBUs must notify WorkSafe ACT of notifiable serious events within the Code's time limits and offer counselling to all workers after a violent incident.

What changed recently?

Notifying serious events and supporting workers after a hold-up was last updated on 19 October 2026.

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