Safe Work Australia Unveils Innovative Tools for Reporting WHS Data
Safe Work Australia has introduced new tools for reporting Work Health and Safety (WHS) data, giving employers and safety professionals a more accurate picture of workplace risks across the country.
The updated WHS data reporting tools replace outdated calculators with a dashboard bu…
A man in his 50s was airlifted to hospital by the LifeFlight rescue helicopter after falling from a horse north of Brisbane.
The incident happened on Tuesday morning in the Gympie region, a rural area within reach of the south burnett region that regularly relies on aeromedical support for property-based injuries.
What happened during the horse ridin…
WA Workplaces Encouraged to Establish Contingency Plans in Preparation for Cyclones
WorkSafe Commissioner Sally North says it is essential for all individuals, whether at sea or on land, to implement and maintain safe work systems in preparation for an approaching cyclone. Robust contingency plans and clear safety procedures give employers and workers…
Fatal Firework Blast Prompts Safety Alert From WorkSafe
WorkSafe wishes to remind the public that use and possession of fireworks in Victoria remains strictly limited to qualified and licenced pyrotechnicians. Victorians are being urged to stay safe and avoid handling any unlicensed pyrotechnic devices, given the serious risks involved.
This safety a…
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Rising ATV Fatalities Prompt SafeWork SA Warning
SafeWork SA is warning about the hazards posed by all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), including quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles, following a significant increase in the number of fatalities reported over the last twelve months. This warning highlights a growing risk for farmers, contractors and an…
WorkSafe Advises Employers to Protect Workers From Lead Exposure
WorkSafe Victoria reminds workplaces to manage the risk linked to removal of lead-based paint, urging both employers and employees to follow proper safety procedures during demolition or renovation work.
"Lead-based paint, commonly used on many pre-1970s buildings and structures, can co…
NSW Resources Regulator has published a fact sheet focused on safeguarding workers from respirable crystalline silica exposure, giving quarry operators clear guidance on managing this serious occupational hazard.
According to Resources Regulator, amendments to Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 have been implemented to further mitigate, as much as…
Impacts of Climate Change on Workplace Safety: Preparing for Extreme Weather
Under Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws, employers (PCBUs) must ensure a safe environment for workers. This includes minimising risks associated with climate change impacts. Australia's average temperatures have risen by 1.51°C from 1910 to 2023. A global average temperature…
WorkSafe will announce winners of its annual workplace health and safety awards at a ceremony scheduled to take place at the Park Hyatt Melbourne on February 27.
According to WorkSafe, a total of 21 finalists have been selected from nearly 150 nominations across six award categories for the 2024 WorkSafe Awards, which recognise efforts in occupational…
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Rider Killed in SA Quad Bike Rollover
A rider was fatally injured in a quad bike rollover north-east of Adelaide, renewing concerns about the risk posed by these vehicles on rural properties.
Emergency services were alerted to a private property in Tungkillo, near Nairne, shortly before 8am on Tuesday, January 14, following reports of a rollo…
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A man was airlifted to hospital by the LifeFlight rescue chopper following a fall from his trail bike while mustering cattle in central Queensland, marking another agricultural workplace incident making headlines across regional Australia.
The rescue helicopter got called to a property in the Banana region at 6pm on Saturday.
Witnesses commen…
Initial Report Released Following Serious Injury to Worker at NSW Quarry
The NSW Resources Regulator has released an initial report detailing an investigation following a serious injury sustained by a worker at a sand quarry near Lithgow, on December 2, 2024. This safety incident has prompted renewed attention on compliance standards across the indust…
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