WorkSafe NZ Publishes Annual Report on Electrical and Gas Incidents in 2023
WorkSafe NZ has released its 2023 electrical and gas incidents annual report, offering a clear picture of how energy-related risks affected businesses across New Zealand throughout the year.
New Zealand's safety regulatory authority indicates that this report examines trends…
Finalists for the Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards 2024 Revealed
Finalists for the WorkSafe WA Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards 2024 have been determined, with winners announced at Optus Stadium on October 31.
The judging committee has selected a total of 41 finalists across five award categories, spanning organisations of varying siz…
NSW Resources Regulator Implementing Measures to Tackle Psychosocial Risks Within the Mining Sector
NSW Resources Regulator has launched a new landing page dedicated to psychosocial hazards, giving mine operators and workers a central resource for understanding risks, seeking advice, reporting concerns, and accessing guidance materials. The initiative…
SafeWork symposium to address critical issues in the construction industry
SafeWork NSW has recently launched its second biennial Building and Construction Symposium in Parramatta, setting the stage for seven regional roadshow events planned for September and October.
The symposium unites industry and government officials to work together on key heal…
VIC Companies Facing Charges Following Skid Steer Loader Fatality
WorkSafe Victoria has brought charges against two related construction companies after a worker died from an incident at a Bangholme depot two years ago. This is the latest news involving a fatal workplace incident linked to mobile plant equipment in Victoria.
The worker was struck by…
Safe Work Australia releases its latest quarterly news update, covering agency activities for August and offering fresh insight into national workplace safety and health developments.
This edition features the activities of Safe Work Australia and includes analyses from the Agency's knowledgeable professionals, giving readers a clear view of current p…
NHVR Draws Attention to the Dangers of Fatigue During Queensland Road Safety Week
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator reminds all road users to confirm their rest and safety levels before driving, given that fatigue continues to be a significant contributor to road fatalities throughout the country. Queensland Road Safety Week runs this week from Aug…
Man in Critical Condition Following a Kick From a Bull at Ipswich
A man has sustained serious chest injuries after being kicked by a bull in South East Queensland, according to news reports from the region.
What Happened at the Riverview Cattle Yard
The incident happened at a Riverview cattle yard on Monday afternoon, leaving the victim in a critica…
WorkSafe New Zealand has published new guidance aimed at facilitating safe management and handling of asbestos, giving the asbestos industry clearer direction on managing this hazardous material.
The workplace safety watchdog says asbestos continues to be the leading cause of work-related fatalities in New Zealand, with around 240 people succumbing an…
Firefighters Sustain Injuries While Battling Blaze in South Burnett
Two rural firefighters suffered burns while combating a grassfire in the South Burnett Region on Thursday afternoon, according to breaking news from emergency services.
A LifeFlight rescue helicopter transported a woman in her 60s to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital due to sev…
Queensland's mine safety regulator has halted heavy vehicle operations at a Bowen Basin coal mine following a fatal accident that claimed the life of a worker.
Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) received notification on Thursday, August 22, of an incident involving two vehicles that led to death of a male employee at the central Queensland…
WorkSafe Urges Employers to Implement Safety Measures at Worksites Ahead of Strong Winds
Employers across Victoria are being urged to secure worksites and reassess outdoor work activities, with the state bracing for strong winds over the next two days. Proper management of site hazards during severe weather conditions can prevent injuries and costly d…
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