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Individual accountability

What is the individual responsible for?

  • Avoiding intentionally unsafe acts
  • Acting in accordance with
    • the code of conduct for their workplace
    • their job requirements
  • Improving their knowledge and skills regarding their role

Refer to checklist for specific organisational processes

For information about ‘Whistleblower’ click Click this icon to display the answer

A whistleblower is a person who makes a disclosure about improper conduct by a public body or public official

A disclosure can be made orally, in writing or anonymously

Further information is available at Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001

Last updated: 14 August, 2009
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