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Emergency services called to Ohauti after serious workplace incident
A person was seriously injured in a workplace incident at Ohauiti on Thursday afternoon.Emergency services were called to the incident at Hollister Lane at about 3.30 pm.A rescue chopper was also tasked.The worker was flown to hospital in critical condition.WorkSafe has been notified.Read the original story here.…
Environmental Management Systems (EMS): An Overview
Environmental Management Systems (EMS): An Overview
An Environmental Management System (EMS) is a set of processes and practices that enable an organisation to reduce its environmental impact and improve efficiency. Implementing an EMS improves its sustainability and reduces costs.What is an Environmental Management System (EMS)? When it comes to environmental performance, organisations must con…
New WHS regulations for NSW mines and petroleum sites now in force
The new Work Health and Safety (Mines and Petroleum Sites) Regulation 2022 came into effect on 1 September 2022.This Regulation replaces the Work Health and Safety (Mines and Petroleum Sites) Regulation 2014, which was repealed on 1 September 2022.NSW Resources Regulator said, “Among other things, the Regulation implements some of the recommendations o…
Quad bike crash sends NZ farmer to hospital
A New Zealand farmer sustained serious injuries after rolling his quad bike on Wednesday afternoon.Emergency services were called to a rural property near Dunedin shortly before 5 pm.The quad bike rolled down a hill and into a car park.The 47-year-old man suffered head injuries during the incident.WorkSafe has been advised.Read the original story …
Campaign to promote safety on roadworks sites launched in Tasmania
A new campaign urging drivers to slow down around roadworks sites has recently been launched in Tasmania.The campaign, dubbed ‘Your Speed is Our Safety,’ is a joint initiative of the Civil Contractors Federation Tasmania, the Tasmanian Government and the Traffic Management Association of Australia.The advertisements illustrate the impact of crashes at…
Safety Heroes 2022 teaches Queensland kids about electrical safety during floods
A record number of primary schools in Queensland are taking part in this year’s Ergon Energy’s Safety Heroes program as part of Electrical Safety Week.Launched in 2015, the Safety Heroes program teaches children how electricity works and how to stay safe around it.Queensland’s Energy Minister Mick de Brenni said, “I’m confident in our Queensland studen…
WorkSafe encourages Tasmanians to get involved in WorkSafe Month
WorkSafe urges workers and employers to register for the 2022 WorkSafe Tasmania Month events.WorkSafe Month runs throughout October and is a time for Tasmanians to focus on improving workplace health and safety.Worksafe Tasmania said, “Make your work health and safety a priority this month by registering and participating in our free in-person and webi…
NSW kids learn about electricity safety
Ausgrid staff will visit primary schools across NSW to teach kids about electricity safety as part of Electricity Safety Week. More than 800 primary schools have registered for this year’s event. Ausgrid’s Chief Customer Officer, Rob Amphlett Lewis, said school children will have the opportunity to learn about electrical hazards.“After two years of vir…
WorkSafe WA invites submissions to the agriculture industry Inquiry
WorkSafe WA is inviting submissions to the Inquiry into the agricultural industry.The Inquiry was established in June after the 12th fatality in the sector in 12 months. The Inquiry’s Terms of Reference were announced, and independent inquirer Pam Scott was appointed to undertake the Inquiry.WorkSafe WA said, “In addition to the call for written submis…
Queensland drops vaccine mandates for health care workers
The Queensland Government has announced that COVID-19 vaccination requirements for health care workers have been scrapped.Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said Queensland Health workers and workers in aged and disability care facilities will still be required to stay up to date with their COVID vaccinations.“With the peak of the third wave behind us, it’s…
ISO 9001:2015 for Beginners: Your Complete Guide
ISO 9001:2015 for Beginners: Your Complete Guide
Understanding ISO To grasp the concept of ISO 9001:2015, it's essential first to understand the key terms used throughout the standard, such as asking what ISO is and what quality management systems are.ISO Meaning ISO was founded in 1926 as the International Federation of the National Standardizing Associations (ISA), with the term ISO being deriv…