A VIC worker found guilty following forklift fatality has been sentenced to a six month good behaviour bond, after a co-worker was killed by a forklift load in a warehouse north-east of Geelong in October 2021.
The 53-year-old man received his sentence in the Geelong County Court following his guilty plea to a charge of neglecting his duty as an emplo…
Traffic Controller Dies After Being Struck by Truck on VIC Highway
A traffic controller sustained fatal injuries after being struck by a truck near Nhill in western Victoria, according to recent news reports covering the workplace incident.
This latest tragedy adds to a troubling pattern of roadworker fatalities making headlines in safety industry ne…
NSW Resources Regulator Releases Annual Report Concerning Fires on Mobile Plant
The NSW Resources Regulator has released the 'Fires on mobile plant annual report FY24,' which provides comprehensive data on reported incidents involving fires associated with mobile plant equipment (FOMP). The report offers valuable insight for safety professionals acros…
WorkSafe ACT Probing Violations of Asbestos Laws on Demolition Sites
Summary: WorkSafe ACT is currently investigating eight PCBUs (Persons Conducting a Business or Undertaking) over suspected breaches of Work Health and Safety (WHS) law linked to poor asbestos management on demolition and renovation sites. The probe centres on failures to properly ide…
NHVR Warns Truckies Navigating Steep Declines Following Multiple Fatal Incidents and Near Misses
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) issues urgent warning to heavy vehicle operators, urging utmost caution when descending steep slopes. This follows several dangerous incidents on Bulli Pass and Mount Ousley in New South Wales, where multiple tru…
Safe Work Australia Unveils Innovative Tools for Reporting WHS Data
Safe Work Australia has introduced new tools for reporting Work Health and Safety (WHS) data, giving employers and safety professionals a more accurate picture of workplace risks across the country.
The updated WHS data reporting tools replace outdated calculators with a dashboard bu…
A man in his 50s was airlifted to hospital by the LifeFlight rescue helicopter after falling from a horse north of Brisbane.
The incident happened on Tuesday morning in the Gympie region, a rural area within reach of the south burnett region that regularly relies on aeromedical support for property-based injuries.
What happened during the horse ridin…
WA Workplaces Encouraged to Establish Contingency Plans in Preparation for Cyclones
WorkSafe Commissioner Sally North says it is essential for all individuals, whether at sea or on land, to implement and maintain safe work systems in preparation for an approaching cyclone. Robust contingency plans and clear safety procedures give employers and workers…
Fatal Firework Blast Prompts Safety Alert From WorkSafe
WorkSafe wishes to remind the public that use and possession of fireworks in Victoria remains strictly limited to qualified and licenced pyrotechnicians. Victorians are being urged to stay safe and avoid handling any unlicensed pyrotechnic devices, given the serious risks involved.
This safety a…
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Rising ATV Fatalities Prompt SafeWork SA Warning
SafeWork SA is warning about the hazards posed by all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), including quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles, following a significant increase in the number of fatalities reported over the last twelve months. This warning highlights a growing risk for farmers, contractors and an…
WorkSafe Advises Employers to Protect Workers From Lead Exposure
WorkSafe Victoria reminds workplaces to manage the risk linked to removal of lead-based paint, urging both employers and employees to follow proper safety procedures during demolition or renovation work.
"Lead-based paint, commonly used on many pre-1970s buildings and structures, can co…
NSW Resources Regulator has published a fact sheet focused on safeguarding workers from respirable crystalline silica exposure, giving quarry operators clear guidance on managing this serious occupational hazard.
According to Resources Regulator, amendments to Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 have been implemented to further mitigate, as much as…
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