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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Implementing an Emergency Response Plan in the Workplace
Implementing an Emergency Response Plan in the Workplace
In emergencies, the response's speed and accuracy depend highly on the actions taken in the first moments. To minimise harm, employers must warn employees to evacuate, take shelter or go into lockdown immediately. An emergency response plan (ERP) is essential to any business, helping managers and employers take the proper steps in times of crisis.Wh…
Deadline nears for submissions on planned engineered stone ban
The deadline for making submissions on the proposed engineered stone ban is approaching, and Safe Work Australia encourages stakeholders to send their feedback through Safe Work Australia’s Engage website.Exposure to respirable crystalline silica dust causes silicosis.Safe Work Australia said, ‘Workers, persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCB…
Person dies at New Zealand workplace
A worker has died after an incident in Manawatu-Whanganui District on Monday afternoon.Emergency services attended the incident at Mangamahu just before midday.WorkSafe is aware of the fatal incident. Read the original article here.…
Horse rider flown to hospital with head injuries
A man has been flown to hospital by the RACQ LifeFlight Rescue chopper after falling from a horse in the North Burnett region.The rescue helicopter was called to a property, northeast of Monto, after the incident to treat the injured rider.The rider, in his 40s, sustained head injuries during the fall on Friday morning.He was transported to Bundaberg H…
Man flown to hospital after falling from ladder
A man has been injured after falling off a ladder in the South Burnett Region on Thursday morning.Ambulance paramedics treated the man in his 50s after the incident in Runnymede, just before 11.40 am.He was flown to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital with serious head injuries.Read the original article here. …
Victorian farm worker killed in conveyor belt incident
A man has been killed in a conveyor belt incident north-west of Geelong.WorkSafe said the 34-year-old suffered fatal injuries after being trapped in a machine conveyor belt.The safety watchdog confirmed it has opened an investigation into the Tuesday morning incident.Source: WorkSafe Victoria website.…
Safe Work Australia launches beta data website
Safe Work Australia has developed a beta data website.The website will display data on occupational deaths, injuries and diseases.Safe Work Australia said the new website aims to deliver “national work health and safety and workers’ compensation data in an intuitive, user-friendly way.”“Releasing a beta or prototype of the website allows us to test and…
Farmer dies after suffering severe burns on NSW property
A farmer has died in hospital after suffering serious burns during a hazard reduction burn in New South Wales.The incident happened on Saturday morning.The 75-year-old man was trapped on his tractor after strong winds blew the fire towards him.He was airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital, but died later the same day.Source: Nine News…