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WorkSafe NZ faults disability care providers for not providing baths to the disabled, warning that removing everyday activities in the name of risk management can strip clients of dignity rather than protect them.
WorkSafe New Zealand is cautioning disability care providers against sacrificing the dignity of those they support to manage safety…
Second Review of Asbestos Compensation Laws Underway in Tasmania
Tasmania's government has launched a second review of the Asbestos-Related Diseases (Occupational Exposure) Compensation Act 2011. Former Coroner Rod Chandler and compensation policy expert Liz Chandler are conducting the independent assessment.
Why This Review Matters
Tasmania's gover…
Carterton Man Killed in Workplace Incident at Transport Depot
A man has died following a workplace incident at a transport depot in Carterton, New Zealand.
Police confirmed emergency services were called to Waingawa Road on Saturday morning after reports came through of the incident.
He was killed at the scene, police said. WorkSafe New Zealand has…
Workplace Injury Leads to $5K Fine for Queensland Truckie
An experienced truck driver has been fined $5,000 following an incident in which a young worker suffered a crush injury at work and spent 18 days in hospital. This case highlights ongoing risk factors within transport and logistics operations, where hazardous conditions can quickly escalate wit…
Workplace death toll rolls on: 20 fatalities recorded so far this year
Twenty Australian workers have been killed at work so far this year, according to latest Safe Work Australia figures. The workplace death toll rolls on across multiple industries, with transport once again dominating fatal incident statistics.
Which industries are most affected?…
Parents of Vic Worker Killed in Truck Rollover Plead With Employers to Prioritise Safety in the Workplace
Parents of a Victorian man killed in a workplace incident more than four years ago are urging employers to prioritise safety above all else. Their message is direct: no family should endure what theirs has endured.
The 21-year-old was fatally inj…
WorkSafe New Zealand has issued a safety alert reminding businesses of the serious health and safety risks involved when carrying out hot work. The regulator issued the alert following a recent incident, and this guide breaks down what happened and what employers need to know.
What Happened in the Hot Work Incident?
WorkSafe said a worker was recentl…
SafeWork SA has released new guidance on respiratory protective equipment (RPE), giving employers a clearer path to compliance under health and safety law.
SafeWork says recent compliance audits relating to crystalline silica and licensed asbestos removal highlighted the need for greater education on selecting and using RPE correctly. The new guidance…
Grim Stats Shine a Light on Workplace Hazards
Victoria recorded 66 work-related fatalities last year, a stark reminder that workplace hazards remain a serious concern for employers across Australia. This figure includes 43 people who died as a result of occupational incidents and 14 people who succumbed to work-related diseases.
Another five people d…
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Do you know what your business is doing to prevent slavery?
Protect your enterprise from modern slavery by understanding your legal obligations and taking practical action now. The Modern Slavery Act 2018 commenced operation on 1st January 2019, creating reporting obligations for Australian entities that have a consolidated revenue of at least…
Mobile Lung Checks for Regional Queensland Miners
Queensland Government has partnered with Heart of Australia to launch a mobile health unit designed for early detection of mine dust lung diseases across regional Queensland. This initiative brings specialised respiratory screening directly to mine and quarry workers who might otherwise face long trave…
Results from the 2021 National Return to Work Survey Released
Safe Work Australia has released results from the 2021 National Return to Work Survey, offering fresh insight into how injured and ill workers experience recovery and reintegration into employment.
The findings show 81.3% of surveyed workers reported they had returned to work at some point…
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