Work Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities WHS is a shared responsibility aimed at eliminating and minimising risks to physical and psychological health and safety. Work Health and Safety Duties Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) and the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 parliamentarians, MOP(S) Act employees and Finance share the responsibility for eliminating or minimising the risks. Work Health and Safety Committee The Work Health and Safety (WHS) committee facilitates consultation between Finance, Parliamentarians, and MOP(S) Act employees. Nominated Work Health and Safety Roles There are four WHS roles within each parliamentarian’s Commonwealth-funded office. These roles assist parliamentarians, MOP(S) Act employees and Finance to meet their duties under the WHS Act.