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WorkSafe investigating death of delivery driver at Noble Park
```html WorkSafe Investigating Death of Delivery Driver at Noble Park WorkSafe is investigating a work-related death after a delivery driver died in the seventh workplace fatality recorded in Victoria this year. The 73-year-old man was attempting to cross the road at Noble Park when the incident happened, marking another tragic addition to workplace s…
Federal Government seeking feedback on outstanding Respect@Work recommendations
Federal Government Seeking Feedback on Outstanding Respect@Work Recommendations The federal government is seeking feedback from businesses, organisations, employers, individuals, and other relevant stakeholders on recommendations contained in the Respect@Work: Sexual Harassment National Inquiry Report. This consultation directly addresses the risk of…
Westpac Rescue Helicopter airlifts NSW farmer after tractor incident
```html Westpac Rescue Helicopter Airlifts NSW Farmer After Tractor Incident A 40-year-old man suffered head and leg injuries in a tractor accident on a NSW farm, prompting an emergency airlift response. Paramedics treated him at the scene before the Westpac Rescue Helicopter service transported him to specialist care. The Westpac Rescue Helicopter w…
Essential Energy warns of flood-related electrical hazards
Essential Energy warns of flood-related electrical hazards, reminding residents, volunteers and emergency workers to prioritise electrical safety when working in floodwaters. Quick summary: Rising floodwaters bring people closer to powerlines and increase electrical safety risks around the home. Essential Energy advises residents to stay clear of floo…
Shipping container crush spurs Vic WorkSafe prosecution
Shipping Container Crush Spurs Vic WorkSafe Prosecution A stone benchtop company faces criminal charges following the death of a worker at a Campbellfield factory in February 2020. WorkSafe Victoria has confirmed the prosecution stems directly from safety failures during a container unloading operation. The company faces three charges under the Victo…
Death on the job: Safe Work Australia updates 2022 fatality figures
Death on the Job: Safe Work Australia Updates 2022 Fatality Figures Safe Work Australia has recently released the latest work-related fatality figures for 2022. These statistics offer a sobering reminder of why robust Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) remain critical across high-risk industries. Transport, Postal and Warehousing Leads 2022 Fatality…
Did you miss World Hearing Day?
Did you miss World Hearing Day? World Hearing Day is held annually on March 3rd, marking a global event dedicated to raising awareness on how to prevent deafness and hearing loss at work. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 360 million people worldwide live with disabling hearing loss. While many factors contribute to hearing loss, one…
Injured quad bike rider airlifted from farm cut off by floodwaters in Queensland
Injured Quad Bike Rider Airlifted From Farm Cut Off by Floodwaters in Queensland An injured quad bike rider has been airlifted from a farm isolated by floodwaters in Queensland, marking another incident that highlights ongoing safety concerns across the rural industry. The man in his 40s suffered shoulder and chest injuries after crashing his quad bi…
Safe Work Australia seeks input for National Safe Work Month theme
```html Safe Work Australia Seeks Input for National Safe Work Month Theme October is National Safe Work Month, a dedicated period for improving workplace health and safety across every sector, from construction sites to healthcare facilities. This year, Safe Work Australia is seeking thoughts from businesses and safety professionals on the 2022 campa…
SA livestock feed company to pay $390k for fatal workplace incident
SA Livestock Feed Company to Pay $390k for Fatal Workplace Incident The South Australian Employment Tribunal has fined a livestock feed company $390,000 after a gate fatally crushed a worker within a pellet press in October 2020. This fatal accident occurred while the employee was attempting to clean a buildup of product at the bottom of the pellet pr…
NHVR accepts enforceable undertaking after workplace death
```html NHVR Accepts Enforceable Undertaking After Workplace Death The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has accepted an enforceable undertaking (EU) from two former directors of an ex-mining company in central Queensland, following the death of a worker at Monto in 2019. This case highlights ongoing scrutiny of workplace safety and psychosocial…