It's an unmitigated disaster for our volunteers, as any breaches of workplace laws could result in them facing fines up to $300,000 and up to five years' jail."
As of January 1, any organisation employing at least one worker faces a duty of care to do what is 'reasonably practicable' to prevent injury to themselves and others – and this covers any place where that organisation is 'conducting an undertaking'.
"We've already seen a mass exodus from organisations such as SES and our rural fire brigades from experienced volunteers fed up with harassment from the Bligh government. Any community group, any volunteer-based organisation, no matter what they are doing, sporting, cultural or community safety will be affected." stated Mr Dowling.
The LNP is committed to safe workplaces through fair and workable laws that provide certainty and we will ensure that commonsense prevails with volunteer organisations.
"The clock is ticking. It's time for a change. It's time to get Queensland back on track."
