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SA launching falls prevention awareness campaign
SA Launching Falls Prevention Awareness Campaign SafeWork SA launching falls prevention awareness campaign efforts this April, reminding businesses that fall prevention is everyone's responsibility. Dubbed "April No-Falls," the initiative targets one of the most persistent causes of workplace harm across South Australian industries. Falls from height…
Worker dies at central Queensland coal mine
A 58-year-old man has died after sustaining serious head injuries while working at a coal mine in Central Queensland, in a fatal incident that has once again raised concerns about safety standards across the resources sector. Police were called to the incident southwest of Mackay about 10pm on Friday, at a central Queensland mine site where operations…
One dead after workplace incident in New Zealand
```html One Dead After Workplace Incident in New Zealand One person has died following a workplace incident in Ōmokoroa, adding to a troubling pattern of fatal workplace incidents across New Zealand this year. Police say they were alerted to the incident at Te Kaka Place Road just after 1.15 pm on Wednesday. The person died at the scene. WorkSafe has…
Bull kills farmer in northern Victoria
Bull Kills Farmer in Northern Victoria A farmer has died after being attacked by a bull in northern Victoria, according to news reports on the incident. The 52-year-old man suffered serious head injuries after being knocked to the ground and kicked by a bull on Monday morning. WorkSafe said the man was drafting cattle when the large bull fatally stru…
New WHS laws now in effect across Western Australia
New WHS Laws Now in Effect Across Western Australia New WHS laws now in effect across Western Australia have officially commenced, bringing sweeping changes to how workplace safety obligations are managed statewide. The Western Australian Government's updated Work Health and Safety framework replaces previous occupational safety regulations with a sin…
Safely Rebuilding After Floods
Safely Rebuilding After Floods Safely rebuilding after floods requires trained personnel, proper safety gear, environmental care, and emotional support for affected communities throughout the entire process. The rebuild after the catastrophic flooding event across New South Wales is underway, with the Commonwealth and State Governments providing well…
Charges laid over alleged attack on nurses
Charges Laid Over Alleged Attack on Nurses A Queensland health service faces charges over claims it failed to protect its nursing staff from workplace incidents. Queensland's Office of the Work Health and Safety Prosecutor laid the charges following two separate attacks on nursing personnel. According to ABC News, one incident occurred in July 2019 w…
New film reinforces arc flash safety message
New Film Reinforces Arc Flash Safety Message Queensland's Electrical Safety Office (ESO) has produced a film warning workers of the dangers of arc flash incidents on electrical worksites. Head of the Electrical Safety Office Donna Heelan said arc flash cases are on the rise across Queensland, and now is the time to ramp up safety measures for electri…
Excavator operator killed in Tasmania workplace incident
Excavator Operator Killed in Tasmania Workplace Incident A man aged in his 80s died last week after an excavator rolled on a property in southeast Tasmania, according to police reports. This latest workplace accident has again drawn attention to safety standards within the construction and agricultural industry. What Happened Police and emergency se…
ACT company fined following crane death
ACT Company Fined Following Crane Death in Canberra A crane company has been fined $300,000 following the death of a worker at a Canberra work site six years ago. This case highlights ongoing risk in lifting operations and reinforces why robust safety management plans remain essential for high-risk industry sectors. The man died when a mobile crane a…
WA quad bike crash kills 47-year-old man
WA Quad Bike Crash Kills 47-Year-Old Man A 47-year-old man has died after a quad bike crash in Western Australia. He crashed his quad-bike into sand dunes at Cape Burney on Tuesday evening, and attempts to revive him proved unsuccessful. Emergency responders declared him deceased at the scene. This latest fatality adds to a troubling pattern of quad…
Safe Work Australia reminds businesses to protect workers from COVID 19
Safe Work Australia reminds businesses to protect workers from COVID 19, confirming that employers, workers, and small businesses retain a legal duty of care despite the easing of public health directions. Even as restrictions relax across states and territories, workplace obligations under health and safety legislation remain firmly in place. Employe…