SafeWork NSW v NSW Bricklaying Pty Ltd

SafeWork NSW prosecuted NSW Bricklaying Pty Ltd for offences under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011. The dispute arose from an incident in which workers were injured by falling from a height, leading to a prosecution for failing to provide a safe working environment. The matter was heard in the Local Court of New South Wales. The court was tasked with determining whether the defendant had breached its duty of care under the Act, specifically in relation to the risk of death or serious injury. The primary issue was whether the defendant had taken all reasonably practicable steps to ensure the safety of its workers, particularly in preventing falls from height. The court considered the evidence presented, including expert testimony and safety protocols, to assess the adequacy of the defendant's safety measures. It found that the company had failed to implement sufficient safeguards, leading to the injuries sustained by the workers. Consequently, the court found NSW Bricklaying Pty Ltd guilty of the offence. The prosecutor will address the court regarding the appropriate sentence.