Core compliance forms the backbone of a well-governed and resilient organisation. It encompasses critical laws and regulations that every business, whether operating in Australia or globally, must adhere to, such as ACCC guidelines, Respect@Work legislation, and Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards. Compliance with these regulations is not just a legal obligation—it protects your organisation from hefty fines, legal disputes, and reputational damage. Moreover, core compliance promotes a safe, respectful, and positive work environment, fostering trust and accountability among employees, clients, and stakeholders. Prioritising core compliance ensures long-term organisational success and sustainability.
Get your organisation on track by reviewing these key areas today.
Develop, implement, and update policies regularly to comply with current laws and regulations. Ensure all employees acknowledge and understand these policies.
Conduct regular training sessions to keep employees informed about compliance policies. Perform a training needs analysis to identify knowledge gaps from both HR and regulatory standpoints. Tailor training programs to fill these gaps and benchmark progress to track improvement. Ensure training is updated alongside legislative changes.
Use a digital platform to track training completion, policy acceptance, and compliance activities, providing real-time visibility and detailed records. Monitor effectiveness and benchmark progress to ensure continuous improvement.
Provide a comprehensive suite of courses for existing staff, new hires, contractors, and casuals, ensuring they understand their obligations and the law, reducing organisational risk. Update training content promptly with new policies or regulatory changes, and ensure staff policy acceptance is captured.
If you’re responsible for compliance, you know how challenging it is to keep up with ongoing regulatory changes, roll out training, and track everything effectively. With limited resources, juggling multiple responsibilities can be overwhelming. Some of the key areas of core compliance include:
Ignoring compliance can have serious consequences.
Neglecting compliance exposes your organisation to legal risks, financial penalties, and significant reputational damage, which can erode customer trust and hinder long-term growth. Non-compliance can also lead to operational disruptions, costly legal battles, and loss of competitive advantage.
For workers, a lack of compliance creates unsafe environments, fosters confusion around roles and responsibilities, and leads to uncertainty regarding workplace rights and protections. This can result in decreased morale, increased turnover, and diminished job security.
Breaching one core compliance area can lead to violations in others, especially when it comes to psychosocial hazards. For instance, failing to address these hazards under Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards can also result in a breach of Respect@Work laws, as both areas aim to protect employees from harm in the workplace.
At Safetrac, we’ve been supporting organisations with their compliance needs for over 24 years. Our award-winning compliance courseware and platform solutions cater specifically to Australia and New Zealand. We offer tailored training courses, a robust platform, and essential tools to strengthen and enhance your organisation’s culture of compliance.
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Safetrac offers tailored solutions for training management, compliance oversight, and meeting coordination. Discover how our content, platform, and services can help you stay on track and meet your compliance goals.
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Core compliance refers to the essential laws and regulations that every business must adhere to, such as workplace health and safety, anti-discrimination laws, and privacy regulations. It’s important because failing to comply with these regulations can lead to legal penalties, reputational damage, and a negative work environment.
Safetrac monitors legislative updates and industry changes continuously. We ensure that your compliance training content is always up-to-date and aligned with current laws. Our platform also provides tools to track policy updates, training completion, and compliance activities in real time.
Ignoring core compliance can result in severe consequences, including fines, legal action, and damage to your organisation’s reputation. Additionally, non-compliance can lead to a toxic work environment, job loss, and health issues for your employees, making it crucial to stay compliant.
Yes, Safetrac offers tailored compliance training solutions that can be customised to reflect your organisation’s specific policies and scenarios. We work closely with you to ensure that the training is relevant, engaging, and meets your compliance objectives.
