SafeWork NSW is conducting an inspection program in the manufacturing industry in the Sydney metropolitan area to ensure the safety of machinery operators. SafeWork Executive Director Compliance and Dispute Resolution Matt Press said a man in his 20s died in an incident involving machinery at a Riverstone recycling centre in July.“Sixty-five per cent o…
The LifeFlight Surat Gas rescue helicopter has airlifted an injured man to hospital after a truck rolled over at a worksite in South West Queensland.LifeFlight said the man in his 20s suffered head injuries after the incident on Tuesday afternoon.He was flown to Roma by the rescue chopper and later taken to Roma Hospital by ambulance paramedics.He was…
Healthy and Safe Workplace
Every worker has the right to go home safe at the end of the day. To help make this happen, employers should have adequate safety documentation to manage risks. This includes risk assessments, health and safety policy statements, fire evacuation procedures and first aid protocols.
Safety documentation serves several…
SafeWork NSW inspectors are visiting solar panel installation sites across the State to ensure employees work in a safe environment.SafeWork NSW Executive Director Compliance & Dispute Resolution Matthew Press said a similar operation conducted last year revealed some unsafe practices. “The installation of solar photovoltaic systems on rooftops has…
A motorcycle rider has died following a training incident at Somerton on Saturday morning.The 65-year-old woman reportedly crashed into a fence during a licence training course around 11:25 am.A WorkSafe investigation has been commenced into the fatal crash. Source: WorkSafe Victoria website.…
A Sydney roofing company was recently sentenced in the NSW District Court for breaches of safety regulations after a worker fell from a roof at a worksite in 2019.Head of SafeWork NSW Natasha Mann said the company was fined for failing to ensure a safe working environment for employees.“This is a case where the court heard a worker fell while helping t…
The new respirable coal dust workplace exposure standard of 1.5 mg/m3 took effect in Queensland on 1 October 2022.Consequently, WorkSafe advises businesses that work with coal to review dust control measures to ensure they meet the new requirements. The safety agency also wants workers to wear personal protective equipment to minimise the risk of expos…
A young boy was airlifted to hospital with head injuries after being knocked down by a gate in South West Queensland.The boy was attending a working stock event when a horse reportedly kicked the gate on Saturday morning.The RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter landed at the scene just before 9 am.Queensland Ambulance paramedics stabilised the boy at the…
October 1 officially kicked off National Safe Work Month and Safe Work Australia reminds workplaces to ‘know safety, work safely’ and make workplace safety a priority.Safe Work Australia said National Safe Work Month is a time to raise awareness about workplace health and safety and encourage everyone to speak about safety at work.The federal safety ag…
What Is a Safety Management Plan (SMP)?A Safety Management Plan (SMP) is a detailed document that outlines the risks associated with a particular job, the measures in place to eliminate or control those risks, and the health and safety responsibilities of accountable people. The plan demonstrates a commitment to the safety and health of employees, cont…
With the latest figures showing 115 Australian workers have been killed at work so far this year, Safe Work Australia reminds all Australians to prioritise workplace health and safety during National Safe Work Month.In Australia, October is National Safe Work Month- a time to raise awareness about workplace health and safety.Safe Work Australia figures…
The latest Safe Work Australia figures reveal that 115 workers have been killed at work so far this year.Transport, postal & warehousing workplaces have recorded the highest number of work-related deaths, with 50 fatalities -14 more than at the same time last year. Agriculture, forestry & fishing workplaces reported 24 fatalities, Construction…
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