Safety blitz targets SA aged care homes
SafeWork SA is conducting audits on residential aged care facilities across South Australia to mitigate potential risks of injury to residents and workers. This safety blitz targets aged care homes in both metropolitan and regional SA, with a clear focus on reducing hazardous manual handling incidents throughout…
A man's life hangs in the balance following an incident involving a scissor lift in Melbourne's southwest.
Emergency services were sent to Altona North at around 8pm on Wednesday.
The man in his 40s was in a critical condition when he was transported to the Royal Melbourne Hospital following an upper body injury.
WorkSafe has been notified about thi…
NHVR's Code of Practice Aims to Improve Safety in the Waste and Recycling Industry
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has approved the Waste and Recycling Industry Code of Practice to enhance safety standards within the waste and recycling sector, as well as for companies that use these services. This code of practice sets out clear complianc…
Man Flown to Hospital After Being Partially Impaled by a Star Picket in Southern Queensland
A man was flown to hospital following an accident involving a quad bike and a metal star picket in southern Queensland. The incident occurred in the Toowoomba region on Thursday morning, prompting an emergency helicopter response.
LifeFlight reported that the…
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SafeWork SA has launched an awareness campaign in response to a concerning increase in severe injuries resulting from falls from height, in order to protect workers on site. This SafeWork SA compliance campaign targets construction falls across multiple sectors where fall hazards remain hazardous to daily operations.
The occupational health an…
An investigation has been launched by the NSW Resources Regulator following a serious incident at a quarry in southwestern New South Wales, raising fresh concerns about safety management on site.
The incident happened on 13th May 2024 around 11:50 am, resulting in burn injuries for two workers as a result of cleaning fluid igniting with a cordless han…
Vic Farmer Dies After Being Crushed by Rotating Rock-Picker
Farmers are being reminded by WorkSafe to effectively control the risk of fatalities or severe injuries resulting from tractor attachments. This safety news comes after a Victoria farmer died following a crush incident involving a rock picker still connected to a running tractor.
WorkSafe is…
Farmer Hospitalised After Being Crushed by Gate
A central Queensland farmer was flown to hospital by the LifeFlight SGAS helicopter after being crushed by a gate on Wednesday morning. This incident is another reminder of the safety risks farmers face when working with livestock in yards and paddocks across Australia.
According to reports, the man in…
The Queensland Government provides funding for research on occupational dust lung diseases, granting the University of Queensland $600,000 to support medical research aimed at enhancing the health and wellness of workers with occupational dust lung disease, including silicosis and coal workers' pneumoconiosis.
This research grant forms part of a broad…
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) urges truckies to make their health a top priority during Men's Health Week, reminding truck drivers across the transport industry to prioritise their mental wellbeing and physical condition alongside their daily safety obligations.
Men's Health Week is observed internationally from June 10th to June 16th, o…
WorkCover Queensland Welcomes New CEO
Queensland Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace has disclosed that Michael Pennisi will be taking on the role of chief executive officer at WorkCover Queensland. Our team brings you this news as part of ongoing coverage of leadership changes across Australia's workplace safety sector.
Who Is the New Chief Ex…
Tasmania's government has moved to strengthen protections for frontline workers, with new laws set to introduce tougher penalties for those who cause serious harm on the job.
What the New Laws Mean for Frontline Workers
The Tasmanian Government plans to implement new laws in Parliament this week to provide increased protection for frontline workers.…
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