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WorkSafe Opens Probe Into Fatal Gold Mine Collapse
WorkSafe is conducting a thorough investigation into a mine collapse that occurred near Ballarat on Wednesday. The regulator confirmed the fatality happened during hand-mining operations at a gold mine, resulting in the death of one worker and serious injuries to another.
This news follows a…
Two workers suffer burns in Sydney factory fire that broke out at a manufacturing site in the city's west on Wednesday morning, according to the latest safety news from Fire and Rescue NSW.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene at Yennora shortly before 11.55am after reports of flames breaking out inside the facility.
What Happened at the Yennora Facto…
Man Dies After Becoming Stuck in Cement Crushing Machinery in Central Queensland
A 68-year-old man has died after becoming trapped in cement crushing machinery in central Queensland, in a tragedy that highlights ongoing plant safety concerns across the construction and manufacturing sectors.
Emergency services were dispatched to Knight St in Rockhamp…
Vic Parliament Set to Approve WorkCover Legislation
The Victorian Government confirms it will continue modernising the state's workers' compensation scheme, WorkCover, reassuring both workers and businesses that depend on it while ensuring long-term sustainability for the system.
The Victorian Parliament has now passed reforms designed to strengthen…
New Online Course Aims to Protect the Public from Asbestos Exposure
A new free online course helps the public recognise and manage asbestos risks before they cause harm. SafeWork NSW, Building Commission NSW, and TAFE NSW have partnered to offer this free online asbestos awareness course, titled "Asbestos Awareness and Safety," to raise public underst…
Significant Findings Emerge from a Comprehensive Study on the Mental Health of WA Mine Workers
Significant findings from The Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Program Landmark Study show incidents of sexual coercion and unwelcome sexual advances in Western Australia's mining industry are on the decline. Nevertheless, this landmark study high…
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) reminds workers in the building, renovation, fabrication, and construction sectors to take note of the forthcoming nationwide prohibition on the use, distribution, production, and installation of engineered stone, set to be enforced in Queensland starting from 1 July 2024.
Queensland must cease all enginee…
SafeWork SA is urging employers to activate hot weather policies or implement necessary precautions to protect workers from heat-related risk. Extreme conditions pose a genuine safety concern for anyone rostered on during a heatwave, making early action essential.
Temperatures were expected to reach 37 degrees in several parts of South Australia over…
WorkSafe Victoria has laid a charge against the Department of Justice and Community Safety following an assault on a worker at a Melbourne Youth Justice centre in March 2023. This action highlights ongoing concerns around occupational health and safety in high-risk custodial settings, and it underscores why robust safety systems remain essential for pr…
The 2023 WorkSafe Awards served as a platform to showcase the incredible stories of resilience, innovation, and unwavering resolve from individuals and organisations across Victoria.
With an impressive turnout of over 350 attendees, last week's event celebrated outstanding achievements in workplace health and safety, as well as successful return-to-wo…
Person Sustains Critical Injuries in Marlborough Workplace Incident
A worker sustained critical injuries following an incident involving an electric company in Marlborough, with a rescue helicopter called to the scene to provide emergency assistance.
This latest workplace incident highlights ongoing hazards faced by employees working near electrical…
Teenage Boy Hospitalised After Quad Bike Rollover
A teenage boy has been airlifted to hospital after a quad bike rollover on a private property northwest of Gympie, Australia. The RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter crew responded to the quad bike crash, which occurred when the vehicle rolled off a trail and tumbled down a ten-metre slope.
This inciden…
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