Construction Falls Prompt WorkSafe Victoria Warning
Falls from height remain a leading cause of workplace harm on construction sites, and a recent spike in serious incidents has prompted WorkSafe Victoria to issue an urgent call for employers to review their fall prevention measures.
According to the safety regulator, a recent series of serious incid…
Two workers have died in separate incidents that occurred within hours of each other in Western Australia, prompting WorkSafe to launch investigations into how each work-related death happened. WorkSafe is investigating the circumstances surrounding both incidents to determine what hazards contributed to these tragic outcomes.
The first incident occur…
Elderly Man Dies After Quad Bike Crash in South Australia
A 92-year-old man died after crashing his quad bike on private property in South Australia on Friday evening, highlighting ongoing quad bike safety concerns for older riders across rural properties.
What Happened
Police and emergency services responded to a serious crash in Adelaide Hills aro…
Safe Work Australia invites applications for their 2025 Graduate Program, opening doors for graduates keen to build a career in workplace health and safety at national level.
"Our highly regarded 12-month program offers graduates the chance to undertake unique and interesting work across different sections of the Agency whilst completing a comprehensi…
Melbourne Construction Worker Dies in Hospital After Fall
A construction worker has been killed following a fall at a Melbourne building site last Tuesday, with the man later succumbing to severe head injuries in hospital.
This tragic incident adds to a growing list of workplace fatalities reported across construction sites in recent news, raising fr…
Video Focuses on Vehicle-Related Incidents at NSW Mine Sites
The NSW Resources Regulator has launched a video campaign designed to prevent vehicle interactions, incidents and near misses at mine sites across the state. This news comes as part of a broader push to strengthen safety outcomes for workers operating heavy equipment on site.
The video high…
Man Sustains Injuries at NSW Workplace After Getting Stuck Under Machinery
A worker sustained injuries after becoming trapped under machinery at a Somersby workplace on the NSW Central Coast. Emergency responders transported him to hospital, where he remains in stable condition. SafeWork NSW has launched an investigation into the incident.
What Happe…
New Regulations Set to Bolster Workplace Safety Standards in Queensland
Queensland parliament has recently passed new laws to enhance worker protection and advocacy, further strengthening its commitment to ensuring workers' safety across every workplace, regardless of scale or sector.
According to the State Government, this recent legislation impleme…
Results of Queensland's Mining Industry Safety Reporting Culture Survey Released
The Queensland Government has recently published a comprehensive survey that examines the safety reporting culture in the state's mining industry. This industry-wide survey, the first of its kind, involved participation from over 7500 miners across sites throughout the st…
Fatigue Management: Causes, Impact and Management of Fatigue at Work
Fatigued employees in the workplace are more than just a productivity concern; they represent a significant financial burden. In the United States alone, the estimated cost of fatigue-related issues surpasses $18 billion annually. Beyond the financial impact, exhausted workers also p…
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NHVR Urges Truckies to Plan Their Journeys and Prioritise Safety During the Easter Season
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has issued a timely reminder for heavy vehicle drivers and transport operators to plan their journeys carefully and prioritise safety while travelling on national roads this Easter.
With increased traffic expec…
Rider Hospitalised After Crashing Quad Bike in the South Burnett Region
A rider was flown to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital following a quad bike crash at Blackbutt South on Sunday morning in the South Burnett region.
A spokesperson for QAS confirmed the rider sustained serious injuries to their leg after the incident occurred.
Emergency se…
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