SafeWork initiative focuses on enhancing safety at construction sites

Throughout this week, SafeWork NSW inspectors will be on-site in the Newcastle, Maitland, and Lake Macquarie regions, performing inspections at construction sites to ensure adherence to workplace safety regulations and compliance requirements.

According to SafeWork, the construction industry is classified as one of the most hazardous sectors in New South Wales. Falls from heights continue to be the primary cause of fatalities, and inspectors will focus on ensuring compliance in this area.

SafeWork says ensuring safety while operating near mobile equipment on a construction site is of utmost importance and inspectors will be monitoring to ensure workers and machinery, including forklifts and vehicles, are kept apart whenever feasible.

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