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Hazard reporting: Health and safety of the workplace
Hazard reporting: Health and safety of the workplace
Workplace health and safety is a critical concern for all Australian employers and employees. A key aspect of maintaining a safe and healthy workplace is hazard and incident reporting, which involves identifying and reporting potential hazards in the workplace that could cause harm to workers or visitors. Hazard reporting is an essential part of WHS, a…
The Dangers of Working at Heights: A Guide to Workplace Safety
The Dangers of Working at Heights: A Guide to Workplace Safety
Working at heights presents numerous hazards that can lead to severe injuries or even fatalities if not properly addressed. These risks are not limited to construction sites; they can be found in a wide variety of workplaces, from warehouses to factories, agricultural settings, and even during the maintenance and repair of machinery. In these situation…
Keeping Your Business Flowing with a Disaster Recovery Plan
Keeping Your Business Flowing with a Disaster Recovery Plan
Business continuity plans ensure that Australian businesses can keep their operations running while managing the impacts of various external events. Natural disasters, pandemics, economic crises, and more can seriously affect businesses if they are not adequately prepared.A comprehensive disaster recovery plan is essential for any business that wants t…
Implementing an Emergency Response Plan in the Workplace
Implementing an Emergency Response Plan in the Workplace
In emergencies, the response's speed and accuracy depend highly on the actions taken in the first moments. To minimise harm, employers must warn employees to evacuate, take shelter or go into lockdown immediately. An emergency response plan (ERP) is essential to any business, helping managers and employers take the proper steps in times of crisis.Wh…
OHS Management System for Business Services in Australia
OHS Management System for Business Services in Australia
Being a business owner or manager is no small responsibility. Collaboration between key stakeholders is essential for developing an effective policy that ensures your staff remains safe. Such policies should be regularly monitored and reviewed to maintain compliance with laws on employee protection. With the right approach, you can create an e…
Earthmoving Safety: Working Around Heavy Equipment
Earthmoving Safety: Working Around Heavy Equipment
Earthmoving safety is critical for any excavation, mining, or construction business. Heavy earthmoving equipment presents numerous worker risks that companies must identify and manage to protect their personnel. From excavators to bulldozers, these pieces of machinery can cause serious injury or even death if not handled properly. Employers and employe…
Protecting Your Ears During Hearing Awareness Week
Protecting Your Ears During Hearing Awareness Week
With Hearing Awareness Week taking place from March 1st to 7th and World Hearing Day observed on the 3rd of March, it is an important time to focus on hearing safety in the workplace.Hearing loss is a common workplace injury that can significantly impact quality of life but is often preventable.Steps to protect your employees from hearing damageImpleme…
Safety in High-Risk Construction Work in Australia
Safety in High-Risk Construction Work in Australia
Many people who work in construction lose their lives or are wounded on the job each year. According to Key Work Health and Safety Statistics for Australia in 2022, there were 24 fatalities in the construction industry, with a rate of 2.1 deaths per 100,000 workers. This makes the industry one of the most dangerous in Australia.Safety in the Construct…
3 Types of Environmental Hazards in the Workplace
3 Types of Environmental Hazards in the Workplace
Every day, we are exposed to a variety of environmental hazards. Some of these hazards are present in our homes, while others are found in our workplaces. It is important to be aware of the environmental hazards that may be present in your workplace so that you can take steps to protect yourself and your employees.There are three main types of environm…
10 WHS Policies and Procedures Every Workplace Should Have
10 WHS Policies and Procedures Every Workplace Should Have
Getting a handle on workplace safety, standards, and regulations is one of the essential parts of running a business. Having well-defined WHS policies and procedures can help ensure everyone knows their rights, work health and safety responsibilities, and protocols.What is WHS? WHS, or Work Health and Safety, is the Australian government's regulat…
Benefits of ISO Certification for Your Workplace
Benefits of ISO Certification for Your Workplace
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards are an internationally recognized standard that helps businesses ensure consistent quality, health and safety, and environmental performance. In Australia and New Zealand, ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards are adopted and modified to meet the specific needs of t…