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Heat Stress Management: Protecting Workers in High Temperatures
Heat Stress Management: Protecting Workers in High Temperatures
Australia is currently facing a heatwave like no other, with temperatures soaring as high as 49.3 °C (120.7 °F) in places like Geraldton. Severe heatwave warnings have been issued for regions across Western Australia, including Perth, and Queensland, from Cape York Peninsula to Mackay. Cities like Cairns and Townsville are bracing for extr…
Investigations launched after fire at Broken Hill underground mine
An investigation into the causes of an underground mine fire at Broken Hill has been launched by the NSW Resources Regulator. This incident took place on 12 January 2025. The Regulator has stated that the investigation will examine whether a polyurethane ground stabiliser experienced self-heating after its application by workers engaged in ground suppo…
Worker injured at Marlborough fencing business
A worker sustained injuries following an incident at a fencing company in Marlborough on Friday morning. Police said they were notified of the workplace injury shortly after 11am.  The company reported that an incident occurred involving one of their employees, and that WorkSafe has been alerted. The injured employee was taken to Wairau Hospital i…
Feedback invited on strategies to improve Safe Work Australia's data website
Safe Work Australia is looking for public input on ways to enhance their WHS and workers' compensation data website. “Let us know what you think about the content we provide on the website by taking part in our short user survey,” Safe Work Australia says. This survey features questions aimed at understanding your experiences with the Safe…
168 Australian workers died on the job in 2024: Safe Work Australia
A total of 168 Australian workers were killed at work in 2024, according to Safe Work Australia.The highest number of fatalities was observed in the transport, postal, and warehousing industry, which accounted for 54 deaths, with the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors trailing behind at 38 fatalities.The construction sector ranks third, having…
Man killed in quad bike rollover
An elderly man died after rolling his ATV in north-east Victoria on Australia Day.According to police, a 78-year-old man was riding an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) on a property in Boorhaman at about 9am, when the vehicle reportedly rolled over.The incident has been reported to WorkSafe.Read the original article here.…
NHVR's extensive operation shows driver fatigue remains a critical issue
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) collaborated with law enforcement agencies throughout Australia during the peak Christmas holiday season, successfully identifying nearly 200 offences related to driver fatigue, which included 17 significant violations.According to NHVR Chief Operations Officer Paul Salvati, Operation Omega featured intensifi…
New Deputy Chief Executive – Corporate for WorkSafe
WorkSafe New Zealand has recently announced the appointment of Corey Sinclair as the new Deputy Chief Executive – Corporate. Corey commenced his role at WorkSafe on Wednesday, January 22.“Corey brings many years of senior leadership experience from working in the public service, banking and finance sectors. We are delighted to have him join the leaders…
SafeWork issues hot weather safety warning
With high temperatures expected in South Australia over the next few days, SafeWork has alerted employers to the necessity of enforcing their hot weather policy or taking appropriate actions to safeguard workers from heat-related risks.The forecast suggests several parts of the state will encounter heatwave temperatures during the weekend and exte…
Kid injured in quad bike crash north-west of Brisbane
On Monday afternoon, a child was flown to the Queensland Children’s Hospital following a quad bike incident in South Burnett.According to a spokesperson from the Queensland Ambulance Service, emergency services were notified of the incident in Blackbutt at around 3:50pm.The spokesperson confirmed the child is currently in a stable condition.Origin…
Traffic controller dies after being struck by truck on VIC highway
A traffic controller sustained fatal injuries after being struck by a truck in western Victoria. The incident occurred around 6pm on Thursday as the man was engaged in traffic control for road maintenance at Nhill. He sustained severe injuries and was declared dead at the scene. WorkSafe is aware of the incident. Read more here.…
VIC worker found guilty following forklift fatality
An employee has been found guilty and sentenced to a six month good behaviour bond after a co-worker was killed by a forklift load in a warehouse north-east of Geelong in October 2021. The 53-year-old man received his sentence in the Geelong County Court following his guilty plea to a charge of neglecting his duty as an employee to ensure the health an…