Coregulators urge employers to do more

WorkSafe Victoria and the VRQA urge Victorian employers to improve safety for apprentices at work.

Over the past 5 years, the VRQA banned more than 100 companies from employing apprentices. In the same period, WorkSafe has successfully prosecuted 66 companies that harmed apprentices or put them at serious risk. These companies breached health and safety laws.

As coregulators, the information shared between WorkSafe and the VRQA is essential. It helps protect Victoria’s apprentices and reduce the risk of both physical and psychological harm.

“An employer’s obligation to ensure the safety of their apprentices and trainees is non-negotiable and the VRQA won’t hesitate to take action when they fail to do so,” said VRQA CEO Stefanie Veal.

Read the full media statement: Employers urged to do more to protect apprentices 

Apprentices or trainees with health and safety concerns in their workplace can call WorkSafe’s advisory service on 1800 136 089.

Any apprentice or trainee with concerns about supervision or training can contact VRQA:

• vrqa.apprenticeships@education.vic.gov.au(opens in a new window)