OHS Essentials Program

What is the OHS Essentials Program?

The OHS Essentials Program is a free service for eligible Victorian small and medium sized employers. Providers of the program are state-wide. Employers receive a free evaluation of their organisation and discuss their health and safety obligations and requirements. Information and advice is provided at no cost.    

Eligibility for the Program

Employers must have a Victorian WorkCover premium and 60 or less employees. Previous Program participants can re-apply after 3 years.

By accessing the free program, eligible employers receive:

• An initial free 3 – 5 hour visit to review health and safety.
• An Action Plan for improving health and safety developed by Paul who provides on-going support during the Program.
• Further free 1 and 3 hour follow-up visits over 9 months.

OHS Essentials Program Overview

Many Victorian employers have been receiving free health and safety consultancy under the Victorian WorkSafe OHS Essentials Program. Up to 8 hours of free information, advice and assistance is available from an approved provider of the Program. The confidential services provided under the Program are fully independent of WorkSafe. Nothing is reported back to WorkSafe.

Why Dr. Paul?

Dr. Paul Scofield has delivered the OHS Essentials Program since mid‑2013 and brings over 20 years’ experience across a wide range of vocations and industries, working closely with small and medium‑sized businesses.

• Nothing is reported to WorkSafe — confidentiality and privacy assured
• Practical, tailored advice to make your workplace safer
• A clear, easy‑to‑follow action plan, supported by free templates and guidance material
• Support to meet your legal obligations without being overwhelmed
• A free bonus hour during the final follow‑up visit — 9 hours instead of 8

Further details about the Program and assistance with registration can be obtained by contacting: [email protected] Paul’s area of operation is up to 150Km from Melbourne.