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Mining company fined over worker injury
South Hedland Magistrates Court has ordered a mining company to pay $125,000 after a maintenance worker was struck by a metal shard on the neck more than four years ago. This case underscores why robust safety management remains essential across mining operations nationwide. The company was fined after pleading guilty to failing to maintain a safe wor…
Man suffers critical injuries after workplace incident
Man Suffers Critical Injuries After Workplace Incident in Maranoa Region A man is being treated for serious injuries following a workplace incident in south West Queensland. This latest news highlights ongoing safety concerns at remote worksites across the region. LifeFlight said the man was struck by a piece of equipment while working at a bore site…
AIHS calls for free Rapid Antigen Tests for workers
AIHS Calls for Free Rapid Antigen Tests for Workers The Australian Institute of Health and Safety (AIHS) wants the Federal Government to provide up to date and clear directions on COVID management and prevention in workplaces. Australia's national association for health and safety professionals has also called on the Government to take action ensurin…
Changes to COVID-19 notification requirements in Victoria
Changes to COVID-19 Notification Requirements in Victoria From 14 January 2022, Victorian employers are no longer required to notify WorkSafe if a COVID-19 positive worker attends their workplace. This marks a significant shift from regulations first introduced in 2020, which required businesses to report confirmed cases linked to their operations. T…
Asbestos-cement water pipe management guidelines released
Asbestos-Cement Water Pipe Management Guidelines Released The Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency has released new guidelines to help water and sewerage service providers control asbestos exposure risks during maintenance and removal of asbestos-cement pipes. This document gives the industry clear, practical direction for handling ageing infrastruc…
WA Department of Health issues extreme heat warning
The WA Department of Health issues extreme heat warning as temperatures are expected to soar past 40 degrees in the Perth metropolitan area. The health department reminds Western Australians to be careful in the sun to help prevent heat-related illness during this extreme heat event. Why Heatwaves Pose a Serious Public Risk According to the health d…
Thirteen people killed by quad bikes in 2021
Thirteen people killed by quad bikes in 2021 marks a significant improvement on the previous year, according to figures from Safe Work Australia. In 2020, 24 people were killed in quad bike incidents, the highest annual death toll in nearly a decade, highlighting how hazardous these vehicles remain across Australian workplaces and rural properties. Th…
New road safety campaign targets young drivers
New road safety campaign targets young drivers who share roads with heavy vehicles, and it comes from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). Launched to reach Learner (L) and Provisional (P) licence holders, the initiative demonstrates practical steps these drivers can take to stay safe around trucks on Australian roads. The Don't #uck With A Tr…
Forklift driver crushed to death by shipping container in Melbourne
Forklift Driver Crushed to Death by Shipping Container in Melbourne A forklift driver has been tragically killed after a shipping container fell on him Monday morning in a devastating workplace incident that has shaken the warehousing sector. It is believed the shipping container fell on the man's forklift in Dandenong South just after 6am. The 44-yea…
155 Australian workers died on the job in 2021
155 Australian Workers Died on the Job in 2021 155 Australian workers died on the job in 2021, according to latest statistics from Safe Work Australia, with the Transport, postal and warehousing industry recording the highest number of workplace deaths. Safe Work Australia's data highlights persistent hazards across several sectors, reinforcing why r…
Worker dies after being trapped under a truck in Pōkeno
Worker Dies After Being Trapped Under a Truck in Pōkeno A worker has died following a workplace incident southeast of Auckland, according to breaking news reports. Police confirmed they were called to reports a person had become trapped under a truck in Pōkeno on Friday evening. The person died at the scene. WorkSafe has been notified and will invest…