Safe Work Australia

The H5N1 strain of avian influenza has been detected in Australia.

Avian influenza can spread among infected birds and other animals and may pose a risk to workers who have contact with infected birds, animals or contaminated materials.

Employers have a duty to manage the risk of exposure to avian influenza.
Our model Code of Practice: Managing the risks of biological hazards at work can help employers identify biological hazards and manage the risks of potential diseases and infections in the workplace.

Swipe to learn more and visit our website to access the Code: https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/doc/model-code-practice-managing-risks-biological-hazards-work

ICYMI: Catch up on the latest updates from us in June 📢

👉 Stakeholder pack to support the transition to workplace exposure limits: https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/doc/weswel-transition-stakeholder-kit
👉 New digital hub for the Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy: https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/awhs-strategy_23-33
👉 2026 National Safe Work Month campaign kit now available: https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/doc/nswm-2026-campaign-kit
👉 Decision Regulation Impact Statement: Proposed workplace exposure limits for 9 chemicals: https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/doc/decision-regulation-impact-statement-proposed-workplace-exposure-limits-9-chemicals
👉 Latest report comparing workers’ compensation arrangements in Australia and New Zealand: https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/doc/comparison-workers-compensation-arrangements-australia-and-new-zealand-2025

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