The Department of Defence is facing charges after two soldiers were injured in a crocodile attack two years ago.
Two Darwin-based soldiers were injured while swimming at Portland Roads in far north Queensland on 6 August 2021, when a 2.5 metre saltwater crocodile attacked them. Multiple injuries required hospital treatment for both soldiers.
Comcare,…
Worker Crushed to Death at Melbourne Construction Site
A 25-year-old man has been killed in a workplace incident at a Melbourne construction site, prompting an urgent WorkSafe investigation into how the tragedy occurred.
WorkSafe Victoria said the man was crushed between a steel roof beam and an elevating work platform on Thursday morning. He died in…
Man Receives Fatal Electric Shock After Crane Touches Powerlines at Auckland Worksite
WorkSafe has opened an investigation after a man suffered fatal electrocution at an Auckland worksite on August 5. Emergency crews confirmed the man died after a raised crane touched powerlines at a residential site in an Auckland suburb.
Summary: A worker died from…
Safe Work Australia Develops WHS Consultation Checklist
Safe Work Australia has developed a WHS consultation checklist to help employers meet their consultation duties under model WHS legislation. The updated resource gives persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) practical guidance on managing consultation obligations.
"If you're a PCBU,…
New Programs Launched to Promote Workplace Safety in WA Resources Sector
Western Australia's Government has launched two programs designed to boost workplace safety and drive cultural change across the state's resources sector. The initiatives target harassment, bullying and women's safety concerns that have long affected mining operations and related…
Firefighters Injured While Clearing Melbourne Crash Site
Two firefighters sustained injuries while clearing a crash scene on a Melbourne freeway on Thursday night. Emergency crews responded after a truck rollover blocked lanes, prompting a rapid response from local fire stations.
According to the latest news reports, the firefighters were called to t…
NSW Mine Operators Urged to Submit Annual WHS Reports
The NSW Resources Regulator reminds mine operators to submit their annual work health and safety reports before the deadline. These submissions form a critical part of ongoing mine safety management across New South Wales.
According to the regulator, "The annual work health and safety reports for…
Tree Lopper Injured After Being Struck by Power Pole
A man suffered serious injuries following a tree lopping incident on the Gold Coast on Monday morning. This case highlights ongoing safety concerns for arborists working near electrical infrastructure across Australia.
The 48-year-old man was clearing trees in Broadbeach when a power pole fell on h…
Forklift Driver Sentenced for Workers Compensation Fraud
A Victorian forklift operator has been sentenced for working while receiving workers compensation benefits, adding to a growing list of fraud cases making headlines across the safety industry.
The 35-year-old man pleaded guilty in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court to one count of workers compens…
South Australia to Ban Uncontrolled Cutting of Engineered Stone
South Australia plans to ban uncontrolled processing of engineered stone products, protecting workers from dust related diseases including silicosis. The new regulations will make it an offence for any employer to allow or direct workers to cut engineered stone without implementing dust c…
Teenage Girls Hospitalised After Horse Riding Incident
Two teenage girls are recovering in hospital after a horse riding incident on a rural Queensland property. Both riders were reportedly thrown from their horses while riding on a Deep Creek property on Saturday morning, prompting an emergency response from local paramedics.
Workers at the property…
Australian music star joins road safety campaign
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has teamed up with Australian country music singer James Blundell to spread word about road safety, joining a growing list of musicians who have lent their voice to community transport initiatives.
“After touring for the past 35 years, I’ve clocked thousands…
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