New Electrical Regulations for QLD from 1 Jan 2025
Electrical installations in domestic roof spaces must be de-energised before work begins, or alternative controls implemented where this isn't practicable. To help you stay compliant, we’ve updated our Working in Roof Spaces SWMS to align with these new requirements. Learn more.

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SafeWork NSW is calling on farms to implement strict safety measures for quad bike usage following an incident in which a man sustained injuries, resulting in a fine for the business due to its negligence in fulfilling workplace safety obligations.The business admitted fault and was ordered to pay $195,000 in addition to legal fees, following an i…
WorkSafe has launched a proactive inspection program aimed at addressing safety concerns within waste and recycling facilities in Western Australia.The inspection initiative will examine various randomly chosen establishments in both urban and rural areas of the State during the financial year 2024/25.WorkSafe said inspectors will assess various a…
A man has died in hospital following an ATV incident on a rural property in Tasmania.The man, aged in his 50s, was tending to livestock in Lileah on Thursday, August 1, when the incident took place. He sustained severe injuries and was transported to the Royal Hobart Hospital, where he tragically succumbed on Sunday.WorkSafe Tasmania is probing th…
A Gippsland-based steel manufacturer has been sentenced and fined $92,000 in total following three separate workplace incidents with various machines, resulting in severe hand injuries to employees.The company was convicted in the Latrobe Magistrates' Court on Tuesday 23 July after admitting to three violations under the Occupational Health and Safety…
Retired miners are being urged to take advantage of complimentary lung health screenings when the HEART5 mobile clinic comes to Mackay this month.Heart of Australia operates the service in collaboration with Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ).The B-double truck is equipped with advanced medical screening technology and traverses regional and…
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding all heavy vehicle drivers to be cautious around rail lines during Rail Safety Week (5-11 August).Rail Safety Week is an annual event in Australia and New Zealand that focuses on educating the community about the importance of practising safety measures while using rail services.Given the heighten…
The Tasmanian Government has announced it will enhance assistance for workers and their families affected by illnesses caused by asbestos exposure.The Minister for Small Business and Consumer Affairs, Madeleine Ogilvie, conveyed her satisfaction with the recent approval of amendments to the Asbestos-Related Diseases (Occupational Exposure) Compensation…
A mine worker has been killed in an incident involving a ’pick and carry crane’ in central Queensland.The incident occurred at a coal mine in the Bowen Basin.Paramedics arrived at the mine on Saturday morning to attend to a man who had sustained critical injuries.Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) is investigating the incident.Read the origi…