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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Lane Safety Systems specialises in Work Health and Safety (WHS) consulting and support tailored to the needs of businesses and government agencies in NSW. Our core services include.
Development and review of Safety Management Systems
Independent Safety auditing across a range of industries
Practical and legislative-focused WHS risk management
Comprehensive workplace risk assessment services
We help organisations build or improve systems aligned with WHS legislative compliance and ISO 45001 standards.
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While Lane Safety Systems is based in Sydney, we work with clients across New South Wales and other Australian States and Territories. From metropolitan areas to regional and remote locations, we provide flexible service delivery models including onsite consultations and remote support.
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Yes. Lane Safety Systems provides expert WHS consulting services to local, State, and Federal government agencies. We are qualified and registered as a supplier to the NSW Government, ensuring we meet the procurement and compliance standards required for public sector work.
Our consulting services include the development and auditing of Safety Management Systems that align with both public sector obligations and ISO 45001 best practice. We take a tailored, collaborative approach that supports accountability, risk management, due diligence, and continuous improvement in Work Health and Safety across government operations.
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Absolutely. Achieving WHS legislative compliance is central to our work. As experienced WHS consultants in Sydney, we assess your current practices, identify gaps, and implement systems that align with your legal obligations under the WHS Act and Regulations. We also offer compliance-focused safety audits and action plans to keep your business on track.
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A Safety Management System is a structured approach to managing health and safety in the workplace. It includes policies, procedures, and responsibilities to reduce risks and ensure compliance. Under WHS legislation, most businesses are required to have processes in place that demonstrates how they manage risks. We develop or upgrade your SMS to align with ISO 45001 and the specific needs of your industry, ensuring practical implementation across your team.
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Yes. We offer
One-off safety auditing services for compliance checks, tender requirements, or regulatory inspections
Ongoing consulting support to maintain and continuously improve your WHS systems
Whether you need a single workplace risk assessment or full-scale system audit and support, we tailor our services to your business goals and capacity.
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Our Safety Management Systems include
WHS policies aligned with NSW legislation and ISO 45001
Procedures for risk assessment, incident reporting, training, consultation, and continuous improvement
Templates for compliance documentation
Guidance on responsibilities at all levels of the organisation
We ensure your SMS is practical, easy to follow, and designed to meet both operational needs and WHS legislative compliance.
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Yes. All our systems are developed in alignment with ISO 45001, the international standard for occupational health and safety management. This ensures your organisation not only meets Australian WHS requirements but also adopts globally recognised best practices for managing workplace risk and improving safety outcomes.
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Definitely. Many businesses have existing systems that are outdated or incomplete. As experienced WHS consultants in Sydney, we review your current documents and practices against WHS legal requirements and ISO 45001 principles, then provide a clear roadmap to update or restructure your system for full compliance.
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The timeline depends on your organisation’s size, complexity, and existing documentation. For most small to medium businesses, we can develop a complete, tailored Safety Management System within a reasonably short period of time. If you're starting from scratch or require system-wide change, we offer staged support to build and implement the system at a sustainable pace.
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A WHS audit is a systematic review of your workplace to assess compliance with WHS legislation, policies, and procedures. At Lane Safety Systems, our safety auditing process includes:
Reviewing your Safety Management System
Inspecting documentation and records
Interviewing key personnel
Conducting site observations
Providing a detailed audit report with clear findings and recommendations
Our audits help businesses understand their current safety performance and achieve WHS legislative compliance.
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Yes. Our safety auditing services are aligned with the requirements of the NSW WHS Act and Regulations, as well as best practice standards like ISO 45001. We provide formal audit reports that can be used for internal compliance reporting, contractor verification, or regulatory inspections.
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Yes. Lane Safety Systems has extensive experience supporting government agencies and tendering contractors with independent safety auditing. We ensure your Safety Management System and risk controls meet the required standards for audits, tenders, or procurement reviews.
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Absolutely. As a former WHS inspector, we understand exactly what SafeWork NSW looks for. We can conduct a workplace risk assessment, review your current documentation, and guide you through improvements to ensure you're prepared — reducing the risk of fines or enforcement actions.
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Audit frequency depends on your industry, risk profile, and legal obligations. As a general guide
Low-risk workplaces: every 1–2 years
Higher-risk industries, annually or more often
After incidents or major changes, immediately
Our team can help determine an appropriate safety auditing schedule for your business and ensure each audit supports continuous improvement.
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We help businesses identify, assess, and manage a wide range of risks, including.
Physical hazards (e.g., machinery, slips, manual handling)
Psychosocial hazards (e.g., fatigue, workplace conflict)
Site-specific risks uncovered through workplace risk assessment
Legislative risks related to non-compliance
Our approach is practical and customised to your workplace and industry.
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We assess both. In line with Work Health and Safety (WHS) obligations in NSW, businesses must manage both physical and psychosocial risks. We incorporate psychosocial hazard identification into our WHS risk management process — helping you meet your duty of care under WHS laws.
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Yes. We offer tailored workplace risk assessments for
Specific tasks or activities (e.g., manual handling, chemical use)
Workplace environments (e.g., operational, office)
All industry sectors
Each assessment is aligned with WHS legislation and best practice controls and includes comprehensive legislative aligned documented recommendations.
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Yes. We provide onsite or remote training sessions that teach your team how to
Recognise hazards
Use risk matrices effectively
Apply control measures aligned with the hierarchy of control
Maintain documentation that supports WHS legislative compliance
This training can be delivered as part of a broader WHS consulting engagement or as a standalone service.
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Lane Safety Systems is based in Sydney, New South Wales. We provide expert WHS services to businesses and government clients throughout Sydney metro and regional NSW. We also support clients in other Australian states and territories by arrangement.
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Yes. While we are based in Sydney and primarily serve businesses across New South Wales, Lane Safety Systems also works with clients in other Australian States and Territories. We offer flexible delivery options for WHS consulting, including remote support and travel where needed for safety audits or workplace risk assessments.
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Absolutely. Our services are available both onsite and remotely to suit your needs. For example, we can deliver
Onsite Safety auditing and walkthroughs
Remote Safety Management System reviews
Virtual WHS meetings and compliance planning sessions This hybrid model ensures your business receives consistent support regardless of location.
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Getting started is easy. Contact us through our website, by phone, or via email to book a free initial consultation. We’ll discuss your specific needs whether it’s developing a new Safety Management System, conducting a WHS audit, or addressing workplace risks and outline a tailored approach for your business.
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Yes. We offer a complimentary consultation to all new clients. This no obligation session gives you the opportunity to
Ask questions about our services
Share your current WHS challenges
Understand how we can support your business with WHS risk management, compliance, and system development
It’s the first step to building a safer, more compliant workplace.
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We offer flexible pricing models tailored to your needs and project scope. Our options include:
Fixed fees for clearly defined projects such as Safety Management System development or WHS auditing
Hourly or daily rates for ongoing WHS consulting, advisory services, or training sessions
Retainer agreements for clients seeking regular support over an extended period ideal for implementing safety programs, maintaining compliance, or managing risk across multiple sites and multiple States or Territories.
You’ll receive a detailed proposal outlining the scope of work, deliverables, and all associated costs with full transparency and no hidden fees.