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How to Manage Heat Stress in the Workplace

As summer begins and temperatures start to rise, it's important for business owners to know how to manage heat stress in the workplace. Heat stress can lead to a range of symptoms, including heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and even death. By implementing some simple policies and procedures, businesses can protect employees from the dangers of working in…

Kicking 2023 off with Safety at the Forefront

Kicking 2023 Off with Safety at the Forefront A new year has just passed in, bringing a fresh chance for organisations to reset priorities. For business owners, that means taking a hard look at company safety protocols and ensuring they're up to date. Here at SafetyDocs, we're excited to be back and have new products coming soon that will excite and d…

Electrical Safety Tips for the Holiday Season

The holiday season is a beautiful time of year, but it also brings a genuine risk of electrical incidents caused by faulty or non-compliant equipment, including Christmas lights and decorations. This guide covers the essential electrical safety tips every business owner and safety professional should follow before decorating for Christmas. Business ow…

Managing Employee Conduct at Christmas Functions

Managing Employee Conduct at Christmas Functions With Christmas just around the corner, many businesses will be hosting their annual Christmas functions. While these functions are a great opportunity for staff to let their hair down and celebrate the year that was, ensuring proper management of the event matters for keeping the occasion safe and respo…

10 Mobile Plant Safety Tips - Minimise the Risk of Injury

10 Mobile Plant Safety Tips - Minimise the Risk of Injury Mobile plant equipment presents serious hazards for workers across construction, manufacturing and other high-risk industries. Recognising these dangers and applying practical control measures helps minimise the risk of injury on any site. Below, we outline the top ten dangers to watch for when…

Managing Safe Asbestos Removal

What is Asbestos Removal? Asbestos removal, also called asbestos abatement, is the carefully controlled process of removing asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) from a building or structure. ACM is any material containing more than one percent asbestos, and it's linked to many diseases, including mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer. Only licens…

National Asbestos Week 21-27 November 2022

National Asbestos Week, held 21-27 November 2022, is an annual event that aims to raise awareness of asbestos exposure dangers and promote safe work practices. The week falls in November each year, coinciding with World Asbestos Day on November 25. This year's National Asbestos Awareness Week campaign asks Australians to Think Twice About Asbestos. Or…

Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Australia: What You Need To Know

Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Australia: What You Need To Know Mosquito-borne diseases pose a growing public health risk across Australia, driven by extreme wet weather and warmer conditions that extend breeding seasons. Japanese encephalitis virus, Ross River virus, Barmah Forest virus, Murray Valley encephalitis, Kunjin virus/West Nile virus and dengue…

Getting Ahead with Electrical Safety in the Workplace

What is Electrical Safety? Electrical safety is a set of practices that protect people and equipment from electrical hazards, including the prevention of shock, fire, and explosion. Getting ahead with electrical safety in the workplace starts with understanding these fundamentals before risks escalate into incidents. Many potential dangers exist when…

Summer and the increase of Mosquito-Borne diseases

Summer brings a sharp rise in mosquito-borne diseases, and business owners need to understand this risk before the warmer months arrive. Companies located in areas with dense mosquito populations face particular exposure, making preparation essential. Several practical steps can reduce risk, and having a documented safety plan remains critical for any…

Warehouse Safety Management: Guide to Getting Started

```html Warehouse Safety Management: Guide to Getting Started Warehouse safety management is the coordinated approach to protecting workers, visitors, and equipment across warehouse operations. Effective safety management relies on proper planning, training, and consistent implementation of safety protocols throughout daily operations. Key elements o…

Who Is Responsible For Workplace Safety and Health?

Who Is Responsible For Workplace Safety and Health? Responsibility for workplace safety and health sits with several parties working together — the Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU), officers, workers, and dedicated WHS professionals. Under the model WHS laws, each holds distinct duties that combine to keep workplaces safe. OHS Profe…

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