Nominations are now open for the 2026 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards, recognising outstanding solutions and innovations to specific workplace health and safety problems in Western Australia.
All workers and workplaces are encouraged to submit nominations, to celebrate the achievements of individuals and companies who are committed to making workplaces healthier and safer.
Key dates
- 27 February 2026 – Nominations open
- 29 May 2026 – Nominations close
- August/September 2026 – Finalists announced
- October 2026 – Winners announced at awards ceremony
Award categories
- Work health and safety invention of the year
Recognises development of plant/equipment engineering and/or infrastructure to enhance health and safety - Best solution to a work health and safety risk
Recognises innovation, implementation and/or design of systems or procedures to improve health and safety - Best intervention to address a psychosocial hazard in the workplace
Recognises an organisation’s commitment to the prevention of psychosocial hazards in the workplace - Leadership excellence award
Recognises an organisations excellence in leadership in improving health and safety in the workplace - Health and safety representative of the year
Recognises an elected health and safety representative who has made a significant contribution and demonstrable difference to health and safety in the workplace.
For more information on the award categories and criteria refer to the Awards nomination submission: Information booklet.
Submitting a nomination
Before starting your application, we encourage you to read the nomination booklet, which outlines essential information and terms of conditions of entry.
Ready to submit? All nominations must be completed online and submitted before 5 pm, Friday 29 May 2026.
Looking for inspiration?
Check out previous awards winners, finalists and their projects on SafetyLine Hub.