Agriculture is one of the nation’s highest-risk sectors, yet also one of the
most diverse. It spans family farms, small enterprises, and complex supply
chains operating across multiple jurisdictions. Achieving safer outcomes in
this environment requires regulation that is proportionate, evidence-based,
and co-designed with industry
The agricultural sector supports a nationally consistent WHS framework
that promotes clarity, efficiency, and fairness across jurisdictions. However,
harmonisation must remain practical and avoid imposing overly restrictive
rules without proven safety benefits.
The NFF’s full submission can be found here.
Chrissy Kerin