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Types of Chemical Spills: Creating a Response Plan - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chemical spills are inevitable in any organisation that handles hazardous waste or highly toxic chemicals. No matter how stringent the safety measures are, accidents happen, and preparing for them is crucial. The first line of defence against spills is having a well-crafted response plan.The purpose of this blog is to provide comprehensive guidance to…

Woman dies after rolling quad bike on Victorian farm

WorkSafe is conducting an investigation into the fatal incident involving a woman in a quad bike on a property in Victoria on Saturday.Police said the woman rolled her quad bike in Ullina at around 7pm.Emergency services arrived at the scene; however, they were unable to resuscitate the woman.Police are compiling a report for the coroner, and Work…

SA business hit with large fine due to safety lapses leading to apprentice’s death

The South Australian Employment Court has ordered a Riverland-based manufacturing firm to pay a fine of $840,000 after an apprentice died in 2021.SafeWork SA charged the company following an investigation that revealed the company's negligence in ensuring the safety of its employees from potential fatal or severe harm, as outlined in the Work Health an…

Queensland accepting nominations for membership in the Consultative Committee for Work-Related Fatalities and Serious Incidents

The Office of Industrial Relations Queensland is looking for people to join the Consultative Committee for Work-Related Fatalities and Serious Incidents.The Consultative Committee is dedicated to placing the needs of families and workers with serious injuries from job-related incidents at the forefront, shaping the government's approach to responding t…

WorkSafe issues warning about dangers of amusement rides

Recent community events featuring unsafe amusement setups have led WorkSafe Victoria to issue a safety warning to organisers who are hiring rides for year-end festivities.At community gatherings such as school fairs, sports events, and other festivities, inflatable jumping castles and slides tend to be quite popular, according to WorkSafe. Neverth…

New SafeWork SA initiative helps improve workplace safety

SafeWork SA has launched a new interactive website, making it easier to find and get in touch with accredited WHS experts.The webpage ‘Sourcing and engaging WHS professionals’ provides information on the duties of various WHS professionals, such as ergonomists, occupational hygienists and generalists, and includes links to local, skilled and accredited…

WGEA findings underscore critical areas where employers must take action to combat workplace sexual harassment

Recent findings published by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) offer an initial insight into the measures that employers are implementing following the establishment of the positive duty to ensure a safe working environment for all workers.In 2024, over 7,000 medium and large businesses in Australia, representing more than 5 million employees…

New Zealand steel manufacturer fined after worker killed in crushing incident

A New Zealand steel manufacturing firm has recently received a fine of $330,000 after a worker was fatally injured when nine tonnes of poorly loaded steel fell on him four years ago.In November 2020, the 33-year-old man was sweeping under shelving when it fell on top of him at Wigram.An investigation conducted by WorkSafe revealed significant safety de…

Construction worker in critical condition, another sustains injuries after being hit by metal object in Brisbane

A worker is battling for his life, and another has sustained injuries after being hit by a metal object at a construction site in Brisbane.At 12:10pm on Tuesday, paramedics were dispatched to Newstead in response to an incident involving a metal object that had fallen from machinery.A 48-year-old man was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Ho…

NSW mine operators encouraged to make necessary preparations for the upcoming storm season

NSW mines are urged to stay vigilant and get ready for the regular storm season which spans from October to March annually.The regulator says storms can significantly affect mining activities, highlighting the necessity for mine operators to perform seasonal risk assessments that evaluate the nature and probability of events that could disrupt their op…

The Importance of Reporting Hazards in the Workplace: Health and Safety Guide

Workplace health and safety is a critical concern for all Australian employers and employees. A key aspect of maintaining a safe and healthy workplace is to implement hazard reporting, which involves identifying and reporting potential hazards in the workplace that could cause harm to workers or visitors. Hazard reporting is an essential part of WHS, a…

NHVR advocates for improved road safety throughout grain harvest season

With the commencement of Australia's grain harvest season, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) says it is actively engaged in efforts to ensure the safety of farmers, heavy vehicle operators, and transport personnel.During this harvest season, the NHVR has started a range of initiatives to tackle the issues linked to grain harvesting.Michelle T…

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