Strategic WHS Planning
At WCA Solutions, our Health and Safety Consultants specialise in helping organisations across industries develop and implement effective Strategic WHS Planning frameworks that do more than just tick compliance boxes.
We work closely with Boards and Executives to ensure your WHS strategy is not only legally sound but also deeply aligned with your organisation’s mission, values, and long-term objectives.
Strategic WHS Planning
For Safer, Smarter Workplaces
Strategic WHS Planning is more than a compliance exercise – it’s a business imperative.
WCA Solutions’ approach, connects safety with performance – driving productivity, assuring compliance, and delivering meaningful, measurable safety outcomes. Whether you’re refining your current strategy or building one from the ground up, we help you embed WHS into the heart of your business for lasting impact.
At WCA Solutions, we help organisations turn that risk into resilience through tailored, forward-thinking safety strategies that protect people and performance.
Why Strategic WHS Planning Matters
Strategic WHS Planning is the cornerstone of a safe, sustainable, and high-performing workplace. It’s about aligning your health and safety goals with your broader business objectives – ensuring that safety isn’t just a box to tick, but a value that drives every decision.
In today’s regulatory landscape, especially under the Work Health and Safety Act (WA) 2020, businesses must demonstrate proactive leadership in managing workplace risks. This includes not only compliance but also cultural transformation. That’s where WCA Solutions, Health and Safety Consultants come in.
Our Approach to Strategic WHS Planning
At WCA Solutions, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Our Strategic WHS Planning services are tailored to your organisation’s size, industry, and maturity. Whether you’re a mining operator in the Pilbara, an Aboriginal Corporation in the Kimberley, a not-for-profit in Perth, an Oil & Gas operator, or a manufacturer in Malaga, we build strategies that work for you.
Governance and Executive Alignment
We work directly with Boards, CEOs, and senior leaders to embed WHS into your corporate DNA. Our services include:
- WHS governance frameworks aligned with ISO 45001
- Board and Officer due diligence training
- WHS risk appetite and tolerance setting
- Executive scorecards and reporting dashboards
Defining Vision, Values, and Safety Objectives
A strong safety culture starts with clarity. We help you define:
- Organisational mission and WHS-aligned values.
- Long-term safety objectives and strategic priorities.
- Leading and lagging indicators to track progress.
Organisational Design and Workforce Planning
Safety leadership isn’t just about policies – it’s about people. We support:
- WHS leadership capability frameworks.
- Role clarity and accountability mapping.
- Workforce planning for high-risk operations.
- Succession planning for critical WHS roles.
Integrated Safety Strategy and Planning
A siloed approach to safety is a recipe for failure. Our Strategic WHS Planning integrates safety across all business functions – People, Plant, and Processes. We align WHS with:
- Human Resources (HR)
- Environmental and Quality Management Systems (HSEQ)
- Industrial Relations and Legal Compliance
This ensures your safety strategy is embedded in recruitment, performance management, and operational decision-making.
Accreditation and Compliance Readiness
We prepare your business for:
- ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications.
- Site-specific approvals and licensing
- Government audits and regulatory inspections
Culture and Engagement
Culture eats strategy for breakfast. That’s why we focus on:
- WHS culture assessments and maturity modelling.
- Safety engagement surveys and pulse checks.
- Behavioural safety programs and leadership coaching.
- Change management strategies for WHS transformation.
Health & Safety Services
Strategic WHS Planning
Articulate and align your Mission and Values with your WHS objectives, expectations and future opportunities. Plan to manage change effectively.
WHS Audits & Compliance
Our comprehensive Risk Assessment, site and system audits, and gap analysis provides a bespoke Action Plan.
Management Systems
Implement a compliant WHS System, from Policies to forms, and manage your records. Comprehensive systems of work to manage your physical and psychosocial hazards.
HSEQ ISO Certification
Our experienced Health and Safety Consultants deliver
HSEQ ISO-certification services to achieve ISO-9001, 14001 and 45001 standards.
Outsourced WHS Managed Services
With WCA Solutions, Health and Safety Consultants, you can rest assured that your workplace health and safety risks are being managed.
WHS Training & Coaching
Our Health and Safety Consultants deliver safety leadership training; including safety leadership coaching, Officer WHS duties, and mentoring for Safety professionals.
Incident Investigations
Our team combines HR and WHS perspectives to investigate, diagnose and recommend actions for the best holistic business outcome.
Health & Safety Recruitment
Our recruitment team can support you hire the best Health and Safety Advisors for your organisation.
WHS Case Management
Our Health and Safety Consultants support internal HR and WHS teams, managing WHS cases efficiently for safer, compliant workplaces.
WHS Performance and Accountability
You can’t manage what you don’t measure. Our Strategic WHS Planning includes robust performance frameworks that drive accountability at every level.
KPIs and Metrics
We help you define and track:
- Leading indicators (e.g., training completion, near-miss reporting)
- Lagging indicators (e.g., LTIFR, incident rates)
- Custom KPIs aligned with your strategic goals
Incentives and Recognition
We embed WHS into your reward systems by:
- Linking safety performance to remuneration.
- Designing recognition programs for safe behaviours.
- Aligning enterprise agreements with WHS outcomes.
Legal Compliance and Officer Duties
Under the Work Health and Safety Act (WA) 2020, Officers have a personal duty to exercise due diligence. This includes:
- Understanding WHS risks.
- Ensuring appropriate resources and processes.
- Monitoring compliance and incident response.
Our Workplace Health and Safety Consultation services ensure your Officers are not only compliant – but confident.
How We Work With You
We offer flexible delivery models to suit your needs:
- Project-based engagements for specific initiatives.
- Retained advisory services for ongoing support.
- Workshops and training for leadership teams.
- Remote and on-site delivery across WA and beyond.
Our health and safety consultants bring decades of experience across mining, oil and gas, construction, education, and more. We’re proudly Western Australian owned and operated, with offices in Perth, Broome, and Yallingup, Western Australia.
Let’s build a safer, smarter future together. Contact us today to explore how Strategic WHS Planning can transform your organisation.
Get Started
Step 1
Schedule a no obligaiton consultation with one of our Health and Safety Consultants to discuss your Workplace Health and Safety objectives.
Step 2
WCA Solutions Health and Safety Consultants will will work with you to develop the scope of work, and provide expert advice and options aligned with your organisations objective, timeline and budget.
Step 3
WCA Solutions Workplace Health and Safety team partner with you to support your organisation identify and implement the systems, processes, people and structure to achieve your organisations Health and Safety objectives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is strategic planning in workplace health and safety?
Strategic WHS Planning involves setting long-term safety goals, aligning them with business objectives, and embedding them into your organisational culture.
It ensures compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act (WA) 2020 while driving continuous improvement.
How does a strategic plan improve workplace safety?
A strategic plan identifies risks, allocates resources, and sets measurable targets. It empowers leaders to make informed decisions and fosters a culture of accountability and care.
What is a safety strategy and why is it important?
A safety strategy is a structured roadmap for managing WHS risks. It’s essential for legal compliance, reducing incidents, and building a workplace where safety is everyone’s responsibility.
How can WCA Solutions help with WHS strategic planning?
WCA Solutions provides end-to-end support – from governance and workforce planning to KPI development and cultural transformation. Our Strategic WHS Planning services are tailored, practical, and results-driven.
What are PCBU’s, Officers and Workers?
Under the Work Health and Safety Act (WA) 2020, responsibilities for workplace health and safety are shared across three main roles: PCBUs, Officers, and Workers.
Understanding these roles is crucial to ensuring your organisation meets its legal duties and fosters a strong safety culture.
Under the Act, a PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) holds primary duty of care. Officers must exercise due diligence, and Workers must take reasonable care for their own and others’ safety.
How do I meet my Duty of Care?
Under the Work Health and Safety Act (WA) 2020, all individuals and organisations have a duty of care to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others in the workplace. Meeting this duty isn’t just a legal obligation—it’s essential for building a safe, productive, and responsible organisation.
By implementing a robust WHS management system, providing training, consulting workers, and continuously improving your safety practices. We help you meet – and exceed – these obligations.
What are the duties of Officers?
Under the Work Health and Safety Act (WA) 2020, Officers have a personal and proactive duty to ensure their organisation is complying with its work health and safety (WHS) obligations. This duty is known as due diligence and applies to individuals who make or significantly influence decisions affecting the business or undertaking.
How do we measure safety culture?
Safety Culture is measured through surveys, interviews, and behavioural observations. WCA Solutions assesses your current state, identify gaps, and develop strategies to shift mindsets and behaviours.
Safety culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that shape how safety is perceived, managed, and prioritised within an organisation. Measuring it helps you understand whether your workplace is proactively supporting safety – or just reacting to incidents as they occur.
Why Choose WCA Solutions?
We’re not just consultants – we’re your strategic partners. Our team of health and safety consultants brings deep industry knowledge, legal expertise, and a passion for building safer workplaces. We don’t just help you plan – we help you lead.
With WCA Solutions, Strategic WHS Planning becomes a catalyst for operational excellence, cultural transformation, and long-term success.
