WorkSafe WA issues reminder on mobile plant safety following two fatal incidents after tragic incidents in WA workplaces last week, prompting the regulator to urge employers to carefully assess their safety procedures regarding mobile plant.
In summary, two fatal incidents occurred last week involving mobile plant, and WorkSafe is now investigating bo…
Joint Safety Blitz Targets Falls and Workplace Psychosocial Hazards
WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW have joined forces to support the construction industry in Albury and Wodonga in efforts to minimise workplace hazards. Together, both regulators are rolling out a joint safety blitz targeting falls and workplace psychosocial hazards across border co…
Man Killed by Bull in NSW
A man has died following injuries sustained from a bull attack on a rural property in NSW. This tragic incident highlights the serious risks associated with livestock handling on farms across Australia.
The incident happened on a rural property in Barrengarry, NSW, shortly before 1.45pm on Tuesday.
What Happened
Police res…
New Campaign Urges SA Farmers to Exercise Caution Around Powerlines
South Australia's electricity provider SA Power Networks has recently rolled out a new campaign that seeks to minimise the potential dangers posed by powerlines on farms. The initiative targets farm vehicle operators during high-risk planting periods, when contact with overhead infras…
Man Flown to Hospital After Ride-On Lawn Mower Rollover in Queensland
A man in his 40s suffered multiple injuries after being pinned under a ride-on lawn mower in southeast Queensland, according to news reports covering the incident.
Ambulance paramedics rushed to the Ridgewood property just before 10am on Wednesday following reports of a lawn mower…
Worker Killed on the Job in Athenree
One person has died following a fatal workplace incident at Athenree on Tuesday morning. This tragic news highlights ongoing safety concerns for workers across New Zealand industries.
Emergency services were called to a private property on Athenree Road at about 11.50am. Despite efforts from responders, the worker…
Quad Bike Rider Killed in SA Crash
A 45-year-old man has died in a quad bike crash near Port Lincoln, marking the second quad bike-related fatality in South Australia within a span of two days. This tragic news highlights the ongoing risks associated with quad bike operation across rural properties.
At about 6pm on Sunday, police were called to a pri…
WorkSafe Victoria Files Charges Following Death of Student on a School Excursion
Summary: WorkSafe Victoria has charged a Melbourne school and an adventure travel company over safety failures linked to a student's death during a 2019 trip to Vietnam. Both parties face charges under the Occupational Health and Safety Act for failing to protect non-empl…
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Regulator Raises Alarm Over Rising Number of Bulldozer Incidents Across NSW Mines
The NSW Resources Regulator has issued a safety bulletin following an increase in bulldozer related incidents across the state's mine sites.
Since January 2022, the Regulator has received reports of sixty-six bulldozer-related incidents, with 10 of them being fl…
Construction Falls Prompt WorkSafe Victoria Warning
Falls from height remain a leading cause of workplace harm on construction sites, and a recent spike in serious incidents has prompted WorkSafe Victoria to issue an urgent call for employers to review their fall prevention measures.
According to the safety regulator, a recent series of serious incid…
Two workers have died in separate incidents that occurred within hours of each other in Western Australia, prompting WorkSafe to launch investigations into how each work-related death happened. WorkSafe is investigating the circumstances surrounding both incidents to determine what hazards contributed to these tragic outcomes.
The first incident occur…
Elderly Man Dies After Quad Bike Crash in South Australia
A 92-year-old man died after crashing his quad bike on private property in South Australia on Friday evening, highlighting ongoing quad bike safety concerns for older riders across rural properties.
What Happened
Police and emergency services responded to a serious crash in Adelaide Hills aro…
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