New Electrical Regulations for QLD from 1 Jan 2025
Electrical installations in domestic roof spaces must be de-energised before work begins, or alternative controls implemented where this isn't practicable. To help you stay compliant, we’ve updated our Working in Roof Spaces SWMS to align with these new requirements. Learn more.

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A workplace incident has resulted in a fatality at a rural site in Arrowtown. Police said they responded to a report of a fatality at a Dennison Way property on Wednesday afternoon. According to a spokesperson, the death is not regarded as suspicious, although WorkSafe has been alerted. St John acknowledged that they had been called regarding the deat…
WorkSafe has recently issued a reminder to workplaces to manage risks related to the use of ozone generating machines following incidents where two workers experienced negative health effects due to ozone exposure in a laundry facility at an aged care center. WorkSafe said workers in the laundry detected a bleach-like scent, unaware it was ozone, and…
Safe Work Australia is inviting comments on the enforcement of the engineered stone ban, which was initiated on July 1, 2024, to enhance the protection of workers against respirable crystalline silica exposure. “As part of the consultation, we would like to hear how the engineered stone ban is working in practice. We are also gathering insights…
A waste management firm has received a conviction and a financial penalty of $300,000 for contravening Commonwealth work health and safety regulations, following a fire in Sydney that caused serious injuries to one of its workers. The firm entered a guilty plea to a single charge of not fulfilling its obligations under the federal Work Health and Safe…
A worker has been transported to the hospital by helicopter after being pierced by a metal rod in south-eastern Victoria. Reports suggest the man in his fifties was pierced by a 60cm metal rod, which penetrated both his chest and back. The incident occurred at a quarry in Lang Lang around 10am on Monday, resulting in significant injuries to his upper…
A man has been killed in a ride-on lawn mower incident in central Queensland. Police said a 59-year-old man was operating a ride-on mower in the space between the fence line of a property on Lanigans Lane and the Burnett Highway on Sunday morning when the mower overturned. The man passed away at the scene. The incident is currently under investigation…
New data released by Safe Work Australia indicates that 11 Australian workers have lost their lives at work this year. The transport, postal, and warehousing sector has commenced the year on a tragic note, having recorded five fatalities to date. The figures reveal there have been two fatalities in the construction industry, whereas the agriculture, f…
A man was fatally injured when a tractor ran over him at a dairy farm in south west Victoria. The incident happened on Thursday afternoon. According to reports, the 66-year-old was walking close to a reversing tractor and trailer when the incident happened. WorkSafe has initiated an investigation. Read the original article here.…