Injuries at WorkInjuries in the workplace are a leading cause of fatalities and injury in Australia. While workplace accidents can happen in any industry, specific sectors are reported to have more casualties than others. According to Safe Work Australia's data, the transport, postal, and warehousing industries had the highest fatalities, with 47…
Organisations in high-risk sectors such as oil, construction, and manufacturing or within global supply chains are under growing pressure to prioritise occupational health and safety. ISO 45001 certification provides a framework for organisations to implement an effective safety management system (SMS) from legal adherence to cultivating a culture of o…
Nothing beats the reliability of a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) when ensuring workplace safety during high-risk work activities. It outlines the risks associated with a specific task and provides steps to carry out the work safely. It also serves as a record of workers' consultation and helps identify potential hazards in advance.However, creating…
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 pose considerable safety risks to themselves and their colleagues.…
Workers in the manufacturing industry are exposed to hazards such as body stress, falls, slips, trips, manual handling, musculoskeletal disorders, and working with dangerous machinery and equipment. Fatalities in the manufacturing sector are often caused by vehicle incidents, being hit by moving objects, and long-term contact with chemicals. To address…
Australia has banned the use, supply, and manufacture of engineered stone due to the release of fine silica dust that can cause deadly diseases and cancers when cut. State and federal workplace ministers have decided, upon a recommendation from Australia's workplace safety watchdog, Safe Work Australia, to ban the use of all engineered stone. This…
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are valuable tools for monitoring various metrics, from marketing and account management to employee health and safety. They provide insights, enhance decision-making, and facilitate effective performance evaluation across multiple domains. Organisations are responsible for ensuring their employees' and stakeholders' h…
As the world grapples with environmental challenges, industries increasingly recognise the need to further integrate sustainability and eco-conscious practices into all facets of operations. This is why sustainable work practices have been recognised in Australia for several decades. The minerals industry, for example, developed its first Code of…
A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is a step-by-step way to look at job tasks to find dangers and figure out the best ways to do the jobs safely. It's a big part of keeping a workplace safe and involves everyone - from the people doing the jobs, the bosses watching over them, to the safety experts helping out.Think of JSA as a safety check before anything goe…
One of the foundational tools for keeping safety in the workplace is the Safety Management Plan (SMP). It is a comprehensive document outlining an organisation's approach to identifying, preventing, and managing potential safety incidents and hazards. Here's a beginner's overview of the basics of a SMP and why it's a great addition for businesses of…
Health and safety professionals include various experts, from occupational health and safety representatives, officers, and managers to consultants, coordinators, and advisors. Regardless of their specific role or industry, one thing remains constant: the need for effective tools and technologies to support their work.Sure, many tools and technologies…
Every year, more than 4 million Australians encounter mental health challenges and require treatment and recent data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics indicates Australia's suicide rate stands at 12.7 deaths per 100,000 individuals. According to the Productivity Commission, Australia's existing mental health system is inadequate in its…