A man was flown to hospital by the RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter after rolling his quad bike off an embankment on Tuesday afternoon. Reports indicated the man was sitting on the quad bike when a sand bank collapsed and the vehicle rolled over.The man suffered head and chest injuries during the incident.The rescue chopper was called to the Fraser Co…
Safe Work NSW is conducting a safety blitz in the state’s oyster farms in an effort to prevent work-related injuries. The safety watchdog says its inspectors will ensure farm machinery and equipment are well maintained and are safe to use.Director WHS Services Regional Tony Williams said, “Farmers continue to be overly represented in serious workplace…
Two workers were rushed to hospital with burn injuries following a chemical spill at a mining refinery in Pinjarra.The incident happened on Tuesday afternoon.Three other workers were treated at the scene.WorkSafe will investigate the incident.Full details here.…
A farmer has died after a tractor incident in Northern Victoria.WorkSafe said the man, 65, was working in Lockington when he was run over by his tractor on Sunday morning.“The man was working to attach an implement behind the idling tractor when the tractor suddenly reversed,” WorkSafe Victoria said.The safety watchdog confirmed it has opened an invest…
Safe Work Australia data shows as of 9 November 2023, eleven people have been killed in quad bike related incidents in Australia.Quad bikes are the number one cause of fatal injuries on Australian farms. The figures show in the thirteen-year period from 2011-2023, 191 Australians have died in quad bike incidents.The highest number of deaths (23) occurr…
Safe Work Australia has announced a new campaign to raise awareness about the risks of occupational lung diseases.The ‘Clean Air. Clear Lungs’ campaign aims to help employers and employees understand the risks of silica dust exposure and their WHS duties in managing these risks. “This includes how to identify hazards and eliminate or minimise the risk…
Emergency crews were called to a Gold Coast brewery following reports of chemical fumes on Thursday morning.The incident forced the evacuation of more than 100 workers.Two workers were taken to hospital following the 7am incident.A company spokesperson said workers complained of ‘stinging eyes and an odour.’First published here.…
SafeWork SA calls on tradies and home renovators to beware of asbestos this month.Asbestos was banned in Australia two decades ago. Australia will mark the 20th anniversary of the ban during National Asbestos Awareness Week 2023 from 20-26 November.This year’s campaign is themed “Think Twice About Asbestos”.Statistics indicate every year around 4…
Nine individuals and organisations have been recognised for their efforts in improving workplace health and safety in Tasmania.The nine winners of the 2023 WorkSafe Tasmania Awards were announced at a recent gala dinner in Hobart.The biennial awards are funded by WorkCover Tasmania Board.See the full list of winners here.…
A nationwide program to help injured workers return to work is among this year’s winners of the Comcare National Work Health and Safety Awards.The three winners across three categories were announced at a ceremony in Canberra on Thursday.Comcare Chief Executive Officer Greg Vines congratulated the winners.“Congratulations to the winners and finalists,…
SafeWork NSW inspectors are visiting construction sites in the Illawarra region to ensure workers are adhering to safety rules.During the three-day safety blitz, inspectors will focus on ‘electrical safety, falls from heights, moving plant, structural safety and dust diseases.’SafeWork NSW Regional Director Construction Services Lau…
One worker was taken to hospital following reports of a chemical smell at a Tauranga port on Tuesday morning.Emergency crews were called to the scene at about 5.40am.Three staff members reported feeling unwell and adjacent areas were evacuated.Read the original article here.…