One Injured in Dunedin Scaffolding Fall
One person has been transported to hospital after reportedly falling from scaffolding in Dunedin, according to local news reports. Emergency crews responded promptly to the incident, which occurred on Friday morning.
It is understood the person fell 4 metres from a mobile scaffold structure. The individual was…
Brisbane set to host this year's Work Well Conference, bringing together several high-profile speakers including a digital futurist, human communications expert and the Royal Australian Navy's first female pilot. Scheduled for October, this one-day industry gathering forms a centrepiece of National Safe Work Month.
Brisbane's Work Well Conference take…
Forklift Operator Charged Over Worker Death
A Victorian forklift operator has been charged following a 2021 fatal workplace incident, WorkSafe has confirmed.
WorkSafe said the man operated a forklift with an unsecured load when that load fell and fatally struck another worker.
Charges Laid Under Victoria's OHS Act
The 52-year-old faces two charges…
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Truckie Flown to Hospital After Early Morning Rollover Crash
A truckie sustained serious injuries after his truck rolled on a dirt road in South East Queensland. This incident highlights the risks heavy vehicle operators face on rural routes, particularly during low-light hours when fatigue and reduced visibility increase crash likelihood.
Li…
Cross-Border Blitz Focused on Protecting Workers
Safe Work NSW and WorkSafe Victoria are joining forces for a cross-border blitz focused on protecting workers, targeting falls and silica dust hazards during a week-long safety inspection operation in Yarrawonga-Mulwala.
Inspectors will enlighten employers about their health and safety duties, identify…
Report on Engineered Stone Ban Presented to WHS Ministers
Safe Work Australia has delivered a formal report on an engineered stone ban to federal, state and territory WHS ministers, following months of consultation with industry, medical professionals and worker representatives.
Earlier this year, WHS ministers requested further analysis and discussi…
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Comments Sought on New Electricity Code of Practice for WA Workplaces
Western Australia's Work Health and Safety Commission has opened public consultation on a proposed new code of practice for managing electrical risks in WA workplaces. Employers, workers and safety professionals now have opportunity to provide feedback before finalisation.…
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WorkSafe Urges 'Workplace Pranksters' to Prioritise Safety After Auckland Gas Explosion
A WorkSafe investigation has revealed that an explosion which injured five workers in central Auckland last year stemmed from a "workplace prank gone wrong." This latest safety news highlights how quickly a moment of poor judgement can turn into a serious i…
SafeWork NSW Targets Manufacturing Sector in Sydney Inspection Blitz
SafeWork NSW inspectors are visiting businesses across metropolitan Sydney to make sure manufacturers are managing risks associated with moving plant and machinery. This safety inspection blitz forms part of a broader compliance push targeting workplaces where machine-related hazards…
Workplace Incident Sends New Zealand Worker to Hospital
A worker is receiving treatment for a serious hand injury after a workplace incident in Dunedin on Monday afternoon. Emergency services responded quickly, and WorkSafe has confirmed it has been notified of the matter.
Paramedics were called to the scene at Mosgiel just after 2.15pm. Emergency se…
Alice Springs Arborist Facing Charges After Wood Chipper Injures Worker
An Alice Springs arborist has been charged after a worker was seriously injured by a wood chipper in November 2022. The incident has prompted renewed scrutiny of safety practices among arborist safety procedures across the Northern Territory.
According to NT WorkSafe, workers wer…
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Bull Injures Man in Central Queensland
A man was airlifted to hospital after a bull attack on a rural property in central Queensland. Emergency crews responded quickly, ensuring the injured man received prompt medical care before transport.
What Happened
The 60-year-old was crushed by the animal on a rural property in central Queensland on T…
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