Michael Hammond
Partner
Mike Hammond is an occupational health and safety lawyer based in Melbourne.
He has over 33 years’ experience in OH&S, WorkCover, criminal law and enforcement and general litigation.
Mike’s unique background in law enforcement and safety policy and education at senior levels in the Victoria Police and at the Transport Accident Commission before entering into legal practice, inform his OH&S advice, particularly in the area of workplace incident management. His experience includes high-profile OH&S incidents and prosecutions, including the Beaconsfield Gold Mine collapse on Anzac Day 2006 and the subsequent special investigation and Coronial Inquest.
Mike advises clients from industries including construction, mining, manufacturing, food, transport and labour hire on all aspects of OH&S law, workplace risk management strategies and compliance, including the expanding safety duties of company officers and directors. He also represents employers under investigation, charged with OH&S offences and at Coronial Inquests and is contactable 24/7.