What if the Inspector finds something wrong?
If the inspector finds the employer or an employee in breach of legislation, an improvement notice may be issued. An improvement notice states the reason why it has been issued and the date by which the problem must be fixed. If the Inspector finds there is an immediate risk to the health and safety of any person at the workplace, a prohibition notice will be issued. A prohibition notice states the reason why it has been issued and prohibits the use of whatever was the cause of the problem, for example, a piece of machinery or a toxic chemical. If you do not fix the problem, prosecution may be the next stage. A range of penalties including fines and jail sentences can apply depending on the severity of the breach.
