Jacinta Collins (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Parliamentary Secretary for School Education and Workplace Relations) Share this | Hansard source

We have had debates about the composition of work safety institutions for quite some time but I must admit my understanding currently is in neglect. If you wait one moment I will get the full details for you.

The relevant act provides for two representatives who would be regarded by the minister to represent employer interests. At this point in time they happen to be the Australian Industry Group and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. I suspect the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry would certainly purport to represent the interests of small business. Similarly, for employee organisations at this point in time the two representatives are from the ACTU.