New Digital Platform Helps WA Businesses Navigate Safety Compliance
New digital platform SafetyComply launches in Western Australia to help businesses navigate complex workplace safety regulations amid rising compliance penalties and regulatory scrutiny.
SafetyComply digital platform interface showing workplace safety compliance tools and features
A new digital platform launched in Western Australia aims to help businesses navigate complex workplace health and safety regulations amid increasing regulatory scrutiny and hefty fines. The development comes as Australia's business landscape faces significant operational challenges, with WHS compliance becoming increasingly critical.
Rising Stakes in Workplace Safety
WorkSafe WA prosecutions over the past 12 months have resulted in fines ranging from under $100,000 to nearly $1 million, highlighting the serious financial implications of non-compliance. The mining, construction, and agriculture sectors remain particularly vulnerable, similar to how commercial developments across the country face strict regulatory requirements.
SafetyComply: A Digital Solution
Alan Tait, founder of Taits Consulting, has introduced SafetyComply, WA's first purpose-built digital platform designed to help businesses navigate the WHS (Mines) and WHS (General) Regulations 2022. The platform's launch represents a significant step forward in innovative business solutions driving operational efficiency.
Key Features of the Platform:
- Instant Smart Search functionality for quick regulation lookup
- Digital audit capabilities with photo and evidence capture
- Regular updates to maintain regulatory currency
- Offline functionality for remote site access
Recent Safety Concerns
The platform's launch comes at a crucial time, as WorkSafe WA investigates a recent fatality at a mine site near Wiluna on August 21, 2025. This incident underscores the urgent need for improved safety compliance measures across high-risk industries.
"The regulations are over 600 pages long and it's easy to miss something critical. SafetyComply doesn't replace strong safety leadership or other safety fundamentals, but it does ensure businesses can quickly find, apply and determine their compliance with the regulations," explains Mr. Tait.
Looking Forward
As Western Australian businesses continue to navigate complex regulatory requirements, digital solutions like SafetyComply represent an important step toward improving workplace safety and compliance standards while reducing administrative burden.
Jack Thompson
Reporter based in Sydney, Jack covers climate issues, migration policies, and Australia's Indo-Pacific strategy.