WorkSafe Confirms Probe Into Fatal Workplace Incident at Jandakot
Western Australia's workplace health and safety regulator has confirmed launching an investigation into a worker's death at a steel company in Jandakot. WorkSafe is investigating after a man was fatally struck by a steel beam on Wednesday morning at the Jandakot worksite.
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Queensland School Children Get Electrical Safety Lessons
Queensland school children get electrical safety lessons this year as Ergon Energy and Energex Network staff visited schools across the state during Electrical Safety Week (4-8 September), delivering the 2023 Safety Heroes program to young students.
Staff from both energy providers work…
SafeWork SA Warns of Vehicle Roll-Away Risks in Workplaces
Three fatal incidents in South Australia over the past three years have prompted a safety warning from SafeWork SA about the risks posed by uncontrolled movement of vehicles in workplaces. Nine incidents involving roll-away vehicles have caused deaths, injuries and property damage across South…
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WorkSafe ACT reveals theme for 2023 Safe Work Month, giving Canberra businesses a clear direction for October's safety campaign. The regulator has released the theme and campaign kit for this year's Safe Work Month promotion. This year's theme is "Safe Work Month: it's everyone's Territory".
Why WorkSafe ACT Chose a Local Theme
WorkSafe ACT sa…
Man Seriously Injured in Chainsaw Incident at Kenthurst
An elderly man has been hospitalised following a chainsaw incident at a Kenthurst property in Sydney. The man suffered "heavy lacerations" to his arms during the incident on Tuesday, prompting an urgent emergency response.
This news highlights ongoing safety concerns around chainsaw use, particu…
WA Sole Trader Fined Over Skylight Fall
A Western Australian sole trader was recently issued a $47,250 fine after a worker sustained multiple fractures when he fell through a skylight three years ago, highlighting the ongoing risk roofing tasks pose without proper safety management.
The man fell more than four metres while working on a workshop roof…
Tasmania to expand presumptive cancers list for firefighters through new legislation that adds nine additional conditions to the state's compensation framework. The Tasmanian government has introduced this legislation to broaden the list of presumptive cancers recognised for fire-fighters, strengthening support for emergency workers across the communit…
Perth Worker Killed by Steel Beam in Jandakot Workplace Incident
A Perth worker has been killed after being struck by a falling steel beam at a business in Jandakot. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday morning, has prompted an official investigation into workplace safety practices at the site.
What Happened in the Jandakot Incident
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NSW Resources Regulator closes comment period for Vehicle Interaction Controls Discussion Paper, marking the end of a six-week window for industry input on mine site collision risks.
The six-week feedback period for the NSW Resources Regulator's Vehicle Interaction Controls Discussion Paper has now ended.
New South Wales stakeholders submitte…
WorkSafe Victoria to Visit Workplaces During National Safe Work Month
WorkSafe Victoria will tour workplaces across the State throughout National Safe Work Month to raise awareness of workplace health and safety. October is National Safe Work Month, and this year's campaign puts a strong focus on practical guidance for employers and workers alike.
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Former Rugby League Player Joins Heavy Vehicle Safety Campaign
Former NRL player Sam Thaiday has joined the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator's road safety campaign, "We All Need Space." NHVR launched this initiative to remind drivers to share roads responsibly with heavy vehicles, reinforcing safe distance management practices across our national tran…
New Regulations to Help Prevent Work-Related Psychological Injuries in South Australia
New regulations to help prevent work-related psychological injuries in South Australia will take effect at end of this year, giving employers a clearer framework for managing mental health risks on site. Businesses across construction, manufacturing, and healthcare…
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