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WorkSafe Victoria has charged a physiotherapist after an investigation into claims of fraudulent billing for services rendered to injured employees. The 36-year-old physiotherapist has been charged with four counts under section 82(1) of the Crimes Act for unlawfully acquiring financial benefits through deception. WorkSafe alleges ‘that between…
Comcare is urging all workplaces to engage in National Safe Work Month by utilising available resources, initiating important discussions, and prioritising safety daily throughout October and afterward.  The federal safety authority says it received notification of 1,671 incidents classified as notifiable under the Work Health and Safety Act duri…
A boy was transported by air to the hospital following an ATV incident in south-west Queensland on Sunday afternoon. The LifeFlight helicopter was called to a private property in the Western Downs region, landing close to the scene at around 3:40pm. The LifeFlight crew joined forces with local ambulance paramedics to perform intubation on the patient…
Risk Assessment 101: What it is, Why It Matters, and How to Get It Right
This is the second in a four-part series on building a comprehensive workplace safety system. Understanding the Difference: Hazard vs. Risk Last week, we focused on identifying hazards, anything with the potential to cause harm. Now, we'll talk about risk, which is the next critical step in your safety journey. Understanding the difference between thes…
How to Identify Hazards Before They Become Incidents
This is the first of a four-part series on building a comprehensive workplace safety system. The Proactive Approach to Workplace Safety Every year, thousands of workers are injured or become ill on the job. The vast majority of these incidents were preventable. The key to a truly safe workplace isn't just reacting to accidents after they've happened, b…
Top 10 Safety Forms Every Site Supervisor Should Have
Running a safe construction site is about more than PPE and toolbox talks. Clear, consistent documentation keeps jobs on track, hazards under control, and compliance risks off your shoulders. For supervisors, safety officers, and small-team leads, having the right safety forms in place ensures nothing slips through the cracks. From inductions to incide…
Cathy Henderson has been appointed as the new CEO of WorkSafe Victoria. Deputy Premier and Minister for WorkSafe and the TAC Ben Carroll praised Ms Henderson for her new role, recognising her extensive experience in community, regulatory, and public sectors along with her solid background in local government “I congratulate Ms Henderson on her a…
SafeWork SA is commencing a safety initiative designed to lower the rates of workplace fatalities and injuries in the farming industry. Starting from 1 October 2025, SafeWork SA will conduct a year-long farm safety campaign aimed at lowering the rates of work-related deaths and injuries through the enforcement of Work Health and Safety laws. The safet…