24 February ARELJ Recent Development - Industrial Manslaughter in the Queensland Resources Sector February 24, 2021 By Sally Parker ARELJ, General, Resources and Energy ARELJ, Resources, Safety, Regulations, IndustrialManslaughter 0 Deanna McMaster, Rhian O'Sullivan, Luke Gallant MinterEllison On 20 May 2020, Queensland passed the Mineral and Energy Resources and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2020 (Qld). Among other things, the Act introduced industrial manslaughter offences into the Coal Mining Safety and Health Act 1999 (Qld), Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act 1999 (Qld), Petroleum and Gas (Production and Safety) Act 2004 (Qld), and Explosives Act 1999 (Qld). These provisions took effect on 1 July 2020. The commencement of these changes coincides with a strong focus from safety regulators across Queensland on enforcement action and accountability at the senior management level. This paper addresses the new industrial manslaughter regime for the Queensland resources sector including practical implications. Member Login Required to Access Case Note Read More Related Articles ARELJ - Recent Development - Principles for Exploration and Extraction Rights ARELJ Recent Development- Transitioning Section 18 Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 Consents Under the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 of Western Australia ARELJ Recent Development- Wardens' decisions providing clarity but not advancing joy ARELJ Recent Development- Electricity Infrastructure Investment ACT 2020 (NSW): Key Provisions and Legal Issues for Project Investors to Consider The states boost the energy and resources sector This year will be remembered for the many challenges that it brought to both individuals and industry. As Australia starts to return to some normality, many states are looking to boost industry, increase jobs and innovate for the future. In this article, we look at various state initiatives designed to boost the energy and resources sector. ARELJ Article- Market Substitution, Climate Change and Coal Royalty Revenue in Queensland and NSW: Filling the Void Showing 0 Comment Comments are closed.