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How to Report a Hazard in the Workplace
How to Report a Hazard in the Workplace
How to Report a Hazard in the Workplace Reporting a hazard in the workplace means identifying a potential risk, notifying your supervisor or designated safety contact, and documenting the details on a hazard report form so corrective action can be taken before an injury occurs. Maintaining safety across a business is one of the essential responsibilit…
New dust disease clinic opens in Sydney
New Dust Disease Clinic Opens in Sydney NSW's icare has opened a new Dust Diseases Care (DDC) Health Screening Clinic, offering lung health examinations to people across the state who have been exposed to harmful workplace dust. Located at icare's new premises on Pitt Street, Sydney, the facility gives workers in the Sydney central business district d…
Study finds sleep deprivation lowers FIFO workers' attention by 20 percent
Study Finds Sleep Deprivation Lowers FIFO Workers' Attention by 20 Percent A study has found that fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers in Western Australia are not getting adequate sleep. Researchers from Edith Cowan University analysed sleeping habits in 88 FIFO workers and found sleep reduces FIFO workers' alertness, with lack of enough rest reducing atten…
WorkSafe VIC releases prosecution data for 2022
WorkSafe VIC Releases Prosecution Data for 2022 WorkSafe Victoria reminds employers to prioritise safety in the workplace after 123 companies and directors faced fines for violating workplace safety laws in 2022. WorkSafe's prosecution focused efforts highlight ongoing gaps in safety management across several industries. Figures released by the safet…
Safety alert issued after Queensland worker died in tractor rollover
WorkSafe Queensland has issued a safety alert following news that a worker died after a tractor rollover incident involving heavy plant machinery late last year. This latest safety alert highlights ongoing risks tied to mobile plant operations across regional worksites. WorkSafe said the man was thrown off his tractor and became trapped underneath the…
Sydney company fined for working at height injuries
A Sydney company has been fined $618,750 after two workers fell from height while working at a demolition site in 2019, highlighting ongoing risk in demolition and construction operations across Australia. This case demonstrates why robust working at height safety procedures remain critical for any business managing elevated tasks. Head of SafeWork NS…
New study finds a third of Victorian paramedics injured at work
New study finds a third of Victorian paramedics injured at work, according to recent Monash University research examining emergency response staff across the state. Researchers found that nearly a third of all paramedics in Victoria have sustained job-related injuries. Key Findings from the Study Researchers found that more than 7500 paramedic injuri…
Notifiable Incidents in Australia: What Business Owners Need to Know
Notifiable Incidents in Australia: What Business Owners Need to Know
```html Notifiable Incidents in Australia: What Business Owners Need to Know Summary: A notifiable incident is a serious workplace event that must be reported to your state or territory WHS regulator. Reporting obligations cover deaths, serious injuries or illnesses, and dangerous incidents that expose someone to a serious risk. Business owners must u…
Queensland rider injured after crashing quad bike on rural property
A Queensland rider was injured after crashing a quad bike on a rural property northeast of Gympie on Sunday afternoon, sustaining multiple injuries that required urgent airlifting to hospital. The man, aged in his 70s, came off his quad bike on a rural property at about 3pm. Emergency crews responded quickly given the remote farm location and severity…
NSW logistics company fined for safety breaches that led to worker death
NSW Logistics Company Fined for Safety Breaches That Led to Worker Death A NSW logistics company has been fined for safety breaches that led to the death of a worker more than three years ago. The penalty follows a fatality that occurred during routine trailer repairs, highlighting ongoing risk within the transport industry. Head of SafeWork NSW Nata…
NSW Mine Safety Report released
NSW Mine Safety Report Released: 2021–22 Performance Summary The NSW Resources Regulator has published its latest Mine Safety Performance report, delivering a comprehensive summary of the state's mining industry health and safety results for 2021–22. This report offers valuable safety news for professionals across the resources sector. According to f…
The Top 5 Safety Management Documents Your Business Needs
The Top 5 Safety Management Documents Your Business Needs
The Top 5 Safety Management Documents Your Business Needs Owning a business means having proper safety management documents in place to protect both employees and your company. From Safe Work Method Statements to Standard Operating Procedures, these documents ensure everyone understands the risk involved in their work and knows which controls apply to…