This webinar has ended. See upcoming webinars. WorkSafe Western Australia WorkSafe WA explains the move from workplace exposure standards to workplace exposure limits from 1 December 2026 and what it means for industry and mining.WES to WELs transition: What you need to know
When
12 pm Brisbane · 12:30 pm Adelaide · 10 am Perth · 1 hr 30 min
What you’ll learn
- What changes with the WES to WEL transition
- Requirements for general industry
- Requirements for the mining industry
Speakers
Paul Kelly
Inspector of Mines, LGIRS (WorkSafe WA)
Inspector of Mines in the Statewide Health Team at WorkSafe Mines Safety since 2021. Previously ran a safety consultancy and worked as an operator and manager in mining and civil construction. Focuses on reducing worker exposure to hazardous substances, including dust management and lead processes.
Greg Yarrick
Inspector of Mines, LGIRS (WorkSafe WA)
Alan Thain
Principal Scientific Officer, Occupational Health and Hygiene, LGIRS (WorkSafe WA)
Leads WorkSafe WA's specialist occupational hygiene team after nearly two decades in consulting and regulatory roles. Provides technical leadership on chemical hazards, ventilation, noise and airborne contaminants, across investigations, compliance and policy.
Jubin Koshy
Inspector of Mines, LGIRS (WorkSafe WA)
Inspector of Mines and qualified chemical engineer specialising in radiation safety and occupational hygiene. Previously worked with the Radiological Council of WA, and focuses on radiation management and worker health in Western Australia's resources industry.
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WorkSafe Western Australia
WorkSafe WA regulates work health and safety in Western Australia under the state's WHS Act. Its webinars help employers understand new and changing obligations, such as critical risk management and the move from workplace exposure standards to workplace exposure limits. They suit WA safety professionals, managers and business owners responsible for compliance.