Worker Killed While Loading Coal at New Zealand Port
A worker has died while loading coal onto a ship at a New Zealand port. A Lyttelton port company confirmed one staff member had died following an incident on Monday morning.
"Sadly, an LPC staff member has passed away while the vessel was being loaded with coal for export," a senior company officia…
SA Builders and Contractors Urged to Work Together to Prevent Fall From Height Injuries
SafeWork SA reminds builders and contractors to work together to reduce risks of falls from height in workplaces during 'April No-Falls.' This annual safety initiative highlights why robust management systems and reliable equipment remain critical across South Aust…
Two Mechanics Killed in Auto Repair Incident on the Sunshine Coast
Two mechanics have died in hospital after being struck by a vehicle while repairing a broken-down bus at Woombye on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. This tragic incident highlights the serious risks faced by roadside repair workers every day.
A 25-year-old Currimundi man and a 22-year-…
ACT Issues Safety Reminder After Child Falls From Height
ACT Work Health and Safety Commissioner Jacqueline Agius reminds operators of children's play centres to make safety a priority following an incident in which a child suffered minor injuries after falling from height last weekend.
WorkSafe ACT has been notified and is making enquiries into circ…
New Scaffolding Industry Safety Standard Launched
SafeWork NSW has launched a new Scaffolding Industry Safety Standard to prevent work-related injuries and deaths across construction sites. This high-level scaffold management tool gives workers, employers and site supervisors clear direction on managing risk when working at height.
NSW Fair Trading M…
SafeWork SA is encouraging workplaces to recognise the importance of workplace safety by promoting World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day 2022 on 28 April.
South Australian employers, unions and workers are urged to support this important event, joining workplaces across the country in reflecting on how a strong safety cultu…
Man Killed in Workplace Incident at Auckland Port
A man has died following a workplace incident at an Auckland port, with early reports indicating he fell from height. This tragedy has again brought port safety into sharp focus for New Zealand's freight and logistics sector.
What Happened at the Port
The incident happened on Tuesday morning at the c…
QLD Using Calendar Competition to Promote Farm Safety
Queensland primary school students are being encouraged to enter the annual farm safety calendar competition. This initiative aims to raise awareness among students of common hazards found on Queensland farms.
Quick summary: Queensland is using its farm safety calendar competition to teach childre…
Are you an officer of your company?
Did you know that "officers" of a company have specific duties under work health and safety (WHS) laws? If unsure, look at your role in the company to determine if you meet the criteria as an "officer."
A person's role and influence may differ for every business enterprise, but answering yes to any of the following…
Cattle Musterer Airlifted After Horse Fall in Southwest Queensland
A cattle musterer has been flown to hospital after falling from her horse while mustering cattle in southwest Queensland. Emergency crews responded quickly, ensuring the injured woman received timely care under stable conditions.
The woman, in her 50s, suffered rib and back injuries a…
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WorkSafe New Zealand Updates Work-Related Fatality Figures
Provisional data released by WorkSafe New Zealand shows five people have died in work-related incidents this year. This update reinforces why safety remains a critical focus for every sector across the country.
Industries recording fatalities so far include forestry and logging, agric…
SafeWork NSW Offering Free Quad Bike Safety Training for Kids
SafeWork NSW has partnered with a local agricultural college to deliver free quad bike safety training for young people aged 16 years and over. Tocal College will host a free one-day quad bike training program designed to reduce risk for students working around high-risk vehicles on farms a…
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