Safe Work Australia data shows as of 9 November 2023, eleven people have been killed in quad bike related incidents in Australia.Quad bikes are the number one cause of fatal injuries on Australian farms. The figures show in the thirteen-year period from 2011-2023, 191 Australians have died in quad bike incidents.The highest number of deaths (23) occurr…
Safe Work Australia has announced a new campaign to raise awareness about the risks of occupational lung diseases.The ‘Clean Air. Clear Lungs’ campaign aims to help employers and employees understand the risks of silica dust exposure and their WHS duties in managing these risks. “This includes how to identify hazards and eliminate or minimise the risk…
Emergency crews were called to a Gold Coast brewery following reports of chemical fumes on Thursday morning.The incident forced the evacuation of more than 100 workers.Two workers were taken to hospital following the 7am incident.A company spokesperson said workers complained of ‘stinging eyes and an odour.’First published here.…
SafeWork SA calls on tradies and home renovators to beware of asbestos this month.Asbestos was banned in Australia two decades ago. Australia will mark the 20th anniversary of the ban during National Asbestos Awareness Week 2023 from 20-26 November.This year’s campaign is themed “Think Twice About Asbestos”.Statistics indicate every year around 4…
Nine individuals and organisations have been recognised for their efforts in improving workplace health and safety in Tasmania.The nine winners of the 2023 WorkSafe Tasmania Awards were announced at a recent gala dinner in Hobart.The biennial awards are funded by WorkCover Tasmania Board.See the full list of winners here.…
A nationwide program to help injured workers return to work is among this year’s winners of the Comcare National Work Health and Safety Awards.The three winners across three categories were announced at a ceremony in Canberra on Thursday.Comcare Chief Executive Officer Greg Vines congratulated the winners.“Congratulations to the winners and finalists,…
SafeWork NSW inspectors are visiting construction sites in the Illawarra region to ensure workers are adhering to safety rules.During the three-day safety blitz, inspectors will focus on ‘electrical safety, falls from heights, moving plant, structural safety and dust diseases.’SafeWork NSW Regional Director Construction Services Lau…
One worker was taken to hospital following reports of a chemical smell at a Tauranga port on Tuesday morning.Emergency crews were called to the scene at about 5.40am.Three staff members reported feeling unwell and adjacent areas were evacuated.Read the original article here.…
A meat company has been fined $300,000 over an incident that left a female worker with serious crush injuries.The woman was struck by two hay bales, each weighing 700kg, while working at the company’s feed yard in Caroona in 2020.The hay bales fell from a height of about 5m.A SafeWork investigation found the company didn’t have a safe work procedure fo…
A rider was trapped by his quad bike after crashing into a tree in South East Queensland.The man in his 40s sustained leg injuries following the incident.A LifeFlight Rescue helicopter was called to the incident in the Lockyer Valley region around noon on Tuesday. The man was freed by emergency crews and later airlifted to Princess Alexandra Hospital t…
SafeWork has warned businesses they face fines of up to $50,000 and possible prosecution if they fail to report workplace incidents following a surge in unreported incidents.So far this year, the safety watchdog has issued 140 compliance notices and over $55,000 in fines for safety violations.Head of SafeWork NSW Trent Curtin said,“The obligations on p…
A new online tool has been developed by Safe Work Australia to help construction workers understand and fulfill their duties under WHS laws.The interactive Know Your Duties tool explains the duties of PCBUs and workers, how workers and employers can meet these duties, common construction hazards and provides tips for managing construction risks.“The to…
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